Please note: The Bexley Public Library will close today, April 2nd, at 3:30pm due to the impending inclement weather.
Black comic creators have historically used their work to shine a light on how everyday people can overcome injustice and become heroes. Join nationally renowned comic creators during this program.
Join Derek Pridemore, NAAMCC curatorial assistant with presenters: Charles Askew (a.k.a. Sean Smith), Author;
Victor Dandridge, Jr. President & Editor-in-Chief at Vantage: Inhouse Productions; Lisa Shepherd, Actress, artist, and writers as they discuss the history of Black Power as it intersects with comics.
Storytellers have always been at the forefront of political and social change. It’s no different for Black comic creators, who have historically used their work to shine a light on how everyday people can overcome injustice and become heroes.
Join us for a lively discussion with three nationally-known Black comic creators. This webinar will include an overview of the National Afro-American Museum and Cultural Center's Behind the Mask: Black Power in Comics exhibit, which is currently on display. The exhibit uncovers the influence of several generations of comic artists and illustrates how comics have changed as America has changed.
Link for registering for the zoom event: https://ohiohistory.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_VZC3kADcSqOUje9miwYVHw
Bexley Public Library was founded in 1924 and first housed in Bexley High School, now Montrose Elementary School. The present building opened in 1929 and was designed by architects O.C. Miller and R.R. Reeves who drew upon French and Italian architecture from the 17th century for the design.
The library is located at 2411 East Main Street, at the intersection of East Main Street and Cassady Avenue. Parking is available in our parking lot on Euclaire Avenue and in front of the library on Main Street. Main Street is a No Parking Tow Zone from 4:00-6:00 p.m. weekdays.