Bayard Rustin's Local Roots

The Chester County Historical Society will debut a new exhibit, Bayard Rustin's Local Roots, this Saturday March 3. Bayard Rustin, whose 100^th birthday would have been March 2012, was an American leader in social movements for civil rights, socialism, pacifism and non-violence, and gay rights.  He was also a West Chester native who was active here and across the nation in the struggle for human rights and economic justice for over 50 years. This exhibit will open with a reception, lunch and special events from noon to 2:30

12:45- West Chester University Gospel Choir

1:15- Rev. Anderson Porter, Keynote Speaker

For more information please call us at 610-692-4800 or visit us at www.chestercohistorical.org

Adults $6. Children (6-17) $3.50 Children under 6 are Free and CCHS members are Free.