Director’s College Event: Adventures of Huckleberry Finn: An American Story

On Wednesday, February 26, the Farmington Libraries will host a lecture entitled, “Adventures of Huckleberry Finn: An American Story.” This event will take place at 7:00 p.m. at the Farmington Main Library at 6 Monteith Drive.

Craig Hotchkiss, Educational Program Manager at the Mark Twain House and Museum, will lecture and lead an in-depth discussion on "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn." This is not exactly a book talk—this presentation reaffirms the importance of Mark Twain’s masterpiece by placing it within the context of the larger history of race relations in America from slavery to the modern Civil Rights Movement. It also demonstrates how the book continues to be a catalyst for positive social change. This program is in celebration of Black History Month.

The Director’s College is an ongoing series at the Farmington Libraries, the aim of which is to present interesting and intellectual programs for our community. These events strive to cover a wide range of areas including, but not limited to, professorial lectures, performing arts events, travelogues, and music series.

These events are free and open to the public. Advanced registration is required for the Director’s College program. Please call 860-673-6791 for details or register using this link.

The Farmington Library is part of the Farmington Village Green and Library Association.  If you have special needs to attend library programs, contact the library in advance.