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Explore the rich history of Black baseball in Indianapolis and the accomplishments of Oscar Charleston, who many believe could be the greatest player of all time, with expert Dr. Geri Strecker.
Spend some time with this year's Adult Summer Reading Program theme during this program that explores Indianapolis baseball history.
Location: This program will be held in person in the Indianapolis Special Collections Room (ISCR) on the 6th floor of Central Library.
In the mood for more of our national pastime? Check out one of our many baseball-themed reading lists:
Made possible by The Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund through a grant to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation.
AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Summer Reading Program | Lecture/Panel Discussion | Indianapolis Special Collections Room |
TAGS: | Summer Reading | indianapolis special collections room | history programs | history |
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