Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2014
6 p.m. at the Casino Theater
530 Beachview Drive, St. Simons Island, Ga.
Lecture: "Bilali Muhammad and Sapelo Island" by Dr. Joseph Beatty
This event is sponsored by the St. Simons African American Heritage Coalition.
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Film: Prince Among Slaves
Saturday, June 1, 2013, 10 a.m. and 8 p.m.
In 1788, Abdul Rahman, an African prince and a Muslim, was captured in West Africa, transported across the Atlantic ocean and sold to a farmer in Natchez, Mississippi. For the next 40 years, he fought for his freedom and the freedom of his family. This PBS documentary tells the story of his remarkable life and his ultimate return to Africa.
Digging Up Sapelo's Past with Archaeologist Dr. Nicholas Honerkamp
Saturday, July 20, 2013, 10 a.m.
Dr. Nick talks about the artifacts he and his students have found during their digs on Sapelo Island and nearby areas.
Film: Will to Survive (2005 documentary)
Thursday, July 25, 2013, 12 noon
Learn about the people, the culture and Bilali the slave. (Lunch 'n' Learn Series -- bring your bag lunch and drink.)
Film: Prince Among Slaves
Thursday, August 2, 2013, 12 noon
In 1788, Abdul Rahman, an African prince and a Muslim, was captured in West Africa, transported across the Atlantic ocean and sold to a farmer in Natchez, Mississippi. For the next 40 years, he fought for his freedom and the freedom of his family. This PBS documentary tells the story of his remarkable life and his ultimate return to Africa.
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