Newark ’74: From Rebellion to Excellence: Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of Newark’s Puerto Rican Rebellion - Newark Public Library

Newark ’74: From Rebellion to Excellence: Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of Newark’s Puerto Rican Rebellion

Newark ’74: From Rebellion to Excellence:
Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of Newark’s Puerto Rican Rebellion of 1974

 

Join La Casa de Don Pedro, The Newark Public Library, FOCUS, and ASPIRA as we remember Newark’s Puerto Rican Rebellion of 1974 with a series of events, panels, and more; taking you on our journey to excellence.

 

Panel Discussion at The Newark Public Library
Sep. 18 | 6 – 8pm
Hear local archivists discuss the difficulty in documenting the history of the Newark ’74 Puerto Rican Riots as eyewitnesses speak about the event and how it led to policy reform.
Newark ’74 Exhibit at The Newark Public Library
Sep. 18 – Jan 18
View the exhibition, Newark ’74: From Rebellion to Excellence, to learn about Newark’s Latinx community of 1974, why they rebelled, and how the community has excelled since.
Latinx Heritage Trail
Oct. 5 – Nov. 15
Take a walk along our guided trail to learn about the landmark locations and organizations that “paved the way” for Newark’s Latinx community.
Family Day at Branch Brook Park
Oct. 5 | 1pm – 4pm
Enjoy a day of live music and family fun featuring local vendors, resources, refreshments, and special guest appearances.

Learn more at www.tinyurl.com/RebellionToExcellence

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