Artist Talk: Linda Gail Sanders and Her Deep Rivers Mural

Mon, May 13, 2024 5:00 P.M.
Cost: FREE

Germantown artist Linda Gail Sanders discusses her mural, Deep Rivers, which tells the story of 19th century African American historical figures and their notable accomplishments. Sanders chose six figures to commemorate: composer and band leader Francis Johnson, physician Eliza Grier, businessman and caterer John Trower, architect Julian Abele, artist Henry Ossawa Tanner, and dressmaker Elizabeth Keckley.

Learn about her process, these important people, and their ties to Philadelphia.   

This program runs from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.

The views expressed by the authors and moderators are strictly their own and do not represent the opinions of the Free Library of Philadelphia or its employees.

Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
68 West Chelten Avenue (Greene St. & Chelten Ave.)
Philadelphia, PA 19144-2795
215-685-2150