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To mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Boston Public Library's Community History Department partnered with Revolutionary Spaces to offer a free and public program series called "Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness." Named for the unalienable rights identified in the Declaration—rights that inherently belong to all human beings, and that governments are created to protect—these programs brought people together to explore, question, and find inspiration in the Declaration of Independence. During two printmaking workshops--offered in partnership with the Arts Department and local artist Crystalle Lacouture —and four declaration writing workshops, library visitors reflected on the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution.
Displayed together, the art prints and writing pieces made by community members speak to the ongoing American struggle to create and sustain a free society. As a viewer of the exhibition, we invite you to consider: How do I identify with this nation's founding document? What do I celebrate?
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How do I use my voice in protest? About Community History The BPL Community History Department aims to democratize the expression of history by supporting people in their efforts to document the stories of themselves and their communities. We offer resources, programs, and support for local and community history work based on people’s lived experiences, knowledge, and expertise.
About Revolutionary Spaces Revolutionary Spaces stewards the historic Old South Meeting House and Old State House as landmarks, museums, and active civic spaces. Its mission is to bring people together to explore the American struggle to create and sustain a free society—using history as a powerful tool for civic engagement and public dialogue. For more information, visit RevolutionarySpaces.org or follow them on social media at @RevSpaces.
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