Photos from the Opening Reception for Black History Month
January 31, 2006

The opening reception for Black History Month took place on January 31, 2006 at 6:00pm in Centennial Hall. The keynote speaker was Hugh Price, the former president and chief executive officer of the National Urban League, and a leader and pioneer of the African-American community.

From left, Mayor Sharpe James, Library Director Wilma Grey, and keynote speaker Hugh Price

The opening reception in Centennial Hall

From left, Library Director Wilma Grey, and keynote speaker Hugh Price

From left, Essex County College President Dr. A. Zachary Yamba, Library Director Wilma Grey, Bloomfield College President Richard A. Levao, and Rutgers - Newark Provost Steve Diner.