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The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

History Book Club

Commemorate 250 years of American independence by delving into diverse narratives and experiences that shaped this country. Through fiction and nonfiction, we’ll examine our shared past and its impact on today.

Meetings will be held online and facilitated by staff from the Josiah Henson Museum and Park.

Initial book club schedule

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 | 6:30 to 8 p.m. “James” by Percival Everett
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 | 6:30 to 8 p.m. “All That She Carried” by Dr. Tiya Miles
Wednesday, March 11, 2026 | 6:30 to 8 p.m. “Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet” by Jamie Ford

Become a member of the History Book Club for additional details.

Time:
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
6:30PM - 8:00PM