A new exhibit at the BPL encourages visitors to explore their heritage
WNYC News | Jan 30, 2025
A new exhibition at the Brooklyn Public Library's Center for Brooklyn History goes in depth on the impact of slavery on the borough's past and present.
The Chief Historian at the Center for Brooklyn History, Dominique Jean-Louis, joined WNYC host Michael Hill to discuss Traces: Family History Research and the Legacy of Slavery, which encourages visitors to explore their own history and identity The exhibit runs at the Center's Fransioli Gallery through August 30th. Admission is free.


