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The Library Company of Philadelphia Honors Former Program of African American History Director Deirdre Cooper Owens

Posted on March 20, 2026 by Parker, Heather A

Please join the Library Company of Philadelphia on April 17th for a conversation with Dr. Deirdre Cooper Owens and Dr. Kellie Carter Jackson, moderated by Dr. Jim Downs

Since its inauguration, the Program in African American History has expanded its efforts to collect, preserve, and interpret Black women’s experiences across centuries, continents, and legal statuses. This event honors the tremendous strides Deirdre Cooper Owens led on this journey, in her legacy as a former Director of the Program, and through her lasting impact in the field of Black women’s history.

The event will be held Friday, April 17th, 2026 at 5:30 PM at the Library Company in Philadelphia. For more information and to register for tickets, please visit The Library Company’s site.