Breaking Barriers: The Impact of Black Athletes in History

Black athletes have made their mark on sports globally since the 1936 Berlin Olympics and Jesse Owens’ performance against the backdrop of Adolf Hitler and the Nazis. Many Black athletes have more than just on-the-field accomplishments. Jackie Robinson, Elgin Baylor, the 22 American Football League All-Stars in 1965, Bill Russell, Muhammad Ali, Curt Flood, and many others took principal stands and helped change society.

Light refreshments will be served.

Cost

General Admission: $10
Adult Membership Pass holders: Free

About the Speaker

Evan Weiner is a speaker and author, with a background in radio and TV. His expertise and knowledge can be credited to his decades-long career in journalism. He has won two Associated Press Awards for radio news coverage.