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  “Biblical Origins of Plantations in the Colony of Rhode Island“

As part of Linden Place’s bicentennial celebration and in recognition of Black History Month, Linden Place Museum will host Keith Stokes, the executive director of the Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation, for a lecture in the historic Linden Place ballroom titled “What in a Name: Biblical Origins of Plantations in Colony of Rhode Island” on Sunday, February 7^th at 2 PM.

Mr. Stokes is a frequent national, state and local lecturer in community & regional planning, historic preservation and interpretation with an expertise in early African and Jewish American history.

Admission to this event is free and open to the public.  In conjunction with this lecture and the celebration of the mansion’s 200th birthday, the Linden Place Museum will be open for free guided tours from 12pm – 2pm.