Jane Williamson traces Jesse's life from enslavement in North Carolina to freedom in Vermont. His story is told through letters in the collection at Rokeby Museum and documents at the North Carolina State Archives. The illustrated talk brings the narrative of one slave out of anonymity and explores his life and pursuit of freedom.

Free, accessible to people with disabilities, and open to the public. For more information, contact Elizabeth Morrison at chelsealibraryvt@gmail.com or (802) 685-2188.

This is a Vermont Humanities Council Speakers Bureau event, hosted by the Chelsea Public Library. Saturday, November 9th at 3 PM in the Chelsea Town Hall.