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Lunchtime Local History: Garrett Morgan: Cleveland’s Civic Minded Inventor

Join us as we celebrate Black History Month by learning about Garrett Morgan, the son of former slaves, who moved north from the segregated south and went on to become a self-made businessman in Cleveland. Hear the story of how his inventions including the traffic light revolutionized public safety in the automobile age. The program is presented by the Western Reserve Historical Society. Light refreshments will be served. Preregistration required.

Date:
Wed., February 28, 2018
noon - 1:30 p.m.
Location:
Main Library - Room A - 2nd Floor
351 W. Sixth Street
Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 244-1192
Openings:
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