Louisville to Liberty: The Blackburns’ Journey
Wednesday, September 16, 2026•1:00 PM
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Sep 23·1:00 PM
The exhibit chronicles the story of Thornton and Lucie Blackburn, an enslaved couple who found freedom in Canada after a daring escape from Louisville and a jail break in Detroit. The special program features archaeologist Karolyn Smardz Frost and artist Hannah Drake, who will perform original poetry inspired by Lucie.
