Free Lunchtime Talk: Frederick Douglass in Exeter

📍 Exeter Library
🗓 Thursday 9 October, 1 - 2.15pm

Join us for a fascinating and free lunchtime talk uncovering a powerful but little-known chapter of Exeter’s history.

In 1846, the renowned abolitionist and formerly enslaved Frederick Douglass visited Exeter, addressing huge gatherings during a period when the city was a centre of abolitionist thought. This talk explores the significance of his visit, its lasting relevance today, and the rediscovery of this story in the archives.

The talk accompanies a new exhibition created by Dr Richard Bradbury and Dave Samuels

Dr Richard Bradbury
Writer, academic, and trade unionist. Richard’s works include novels, plays, poetry, and non-fiction. His play Become a Man was the first to be performed in the new London City Hall during the bicentenary of the abolition of the transatlantic slave trade. He has taught for more than thirty years at the Universities of Warwick, Exeter, and the Open University. His novel Riversmeet explores Frederick Douglass’s time in Britain and Ireland.

Dave Samuels
Diversity consultant and Caribbean heritage champion in Exeter. Dave is a founder of Devon Diversity Consultants and UBUNTU, and has worked widely with local cultural and heritage organisations including the RAMM and Exeter Northcott Theatre.

DETAILS

This is a free event, but limited spaces so please do book in advance.

The talk will take place in the Rougemont Room, on the 3rd floor of the Library. Access via lift and stairs. The talk will be followed by a Q&A. The whole event will last around 75mins total

No refreshments provided, but you’re welcome to purchase from the downstairs cafe or bring your own!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Exeter Library, Castle Street, Exeter, United Kingdom