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Villanova Theatre and History Departments Present “Last Seen: Voices from Slavery’s Lost Families,” Feb. 18

Villanova Theatre and History Departments Present “Last Seen: Voices from Slavery’s Lost Families,” Feb. 18

Villanova University’s Theatre and History Departments have come together to present a dramatic reading of 19th century newspaper ads written by emancipated slaves and family members in search of one another. Villanova History professor Dr. Judy Giesberg’s “Last Seen” project uncovered and digitized more than 3,000 “Information Wanted” newspaper ads. The Feb. 18 event, “Last Seen: Voices from Slavery’s Lost Families,” will take place at 8 p.m. at Villanova Theatre in Vasey Hall.

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