Amanda Irvin, program coordinator at Historic Edenton State Historic Site, will tell the tragic and inspiring tale of Harriet Jacobs, a woman forced to work in the household of an abusive enslaver. After years of threats to herself and her children, Jacobs self-emancipated and hid in the roof space of her grandmother's house for nearly seven years before her chance to escape via the Maritime Underground Railroad. Discover the story of a woman determined to fight for herself, her children, and later, for others.
History for Lunch is available in person and virtually through Zoom. No registration is required if attending in person.