Celebrating Women's History Month
Start: Mar 21 2010 3:00 PM
End: Mar 21 2010 5:00 PM
Jackie Ormes: The First African American Woman Cartoonist, chronicles the life of a multi-talented woman who became a successful cartoonist. Ormes's cartoon characters-Torchy Brown, Candy, Patty-Jo, and Ginger-delighted readers of the African American newspapers such as the Chicago Defender and Pittsburgh Courier between 1937-56. This biographical presentation provides an invaluable glimpse into the history and culture of that era. As a member of Chicago's black elite. Ormes's social circle included leading political figures and entertainers of the day. Please RSVP by March 19th.
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