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"The Future of Exeter's Black History"

an online panel discussion

Pocket Park discussion Feb 19 2021
Pocket Park discussion Feb 19 2021 (RM Allen)

Hear about plans to create a Black Heritage pocket-park in downtown Exeter.

Five panelists from a committee of Exeter citizens will discuss a proposal. Attendee Q&A to follow, via Zoom chat. If you would like to participate in the Q&A, please email request for Zoom link RSVP to: GreenXNH@yahoo.com . Also can be viewed live on "Exeter TV" Facebook.

History: This park commemorates the community of Black citizens that lived in Exeter during the post-Revolutionary War era.
Future: This park welcomes current and future residents to consider what racial unity means to them.
Form: An intimate, landscaped area with benches, information, & art.

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Panelists: Daryl Browne – Select Board Rep, Lisa Carter – Drinkwater Marketing, Jennifer Martel – Landscape Architect, Barbara Rimkunas – Town Historian, David Short – Swasey Parkway Trustee. Moderator: RM Allen – Author.

Fri., February, 19th, 7- 8pm “Exeter TV” Livestream. Send request for Zoom link RSVP to: GreenXNH@yahoo.com

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