The Topeka & Shawnee Public County Libraries, held the opening of the exhibit “African American Builders of Topeka” on Jan 19 in the Alice C Sabatini Art Gallery.
The content of the exhibit was curated by Local History Librarian Donna Rae Pearson.
The exhibit highlights 16 living Topeka and Shawnee County residents who are still making significant history in their community.
“i wanted to marry great images with good stories,” said Pearson. “I think we got it done.”
As you walk through the exhibit you will learn about the featured individuals and see an“important” object or two from each of their lives.
The exhibit will be on display through March 11. On., Sat., Feb. 17, at 11 a.m., the Topeka Chapter of the Links will sponsor a special reception for the community to view the exhibit.