Explore the experience of African American soldiers during World War 1. A pre-talk tasting features teas from Shafa Blends.
Many African American men saw World War 1 as an opportunity to gain respect through military service. They volunteered and were drafted, but even in war segregation determined where and how they served. Military historian Lt. Col. Roger Cunningham (USA-ret) will explore the experience of African American soldiers in World War 1.
Tasting with Shafa Blends, a family-owned tea and spice shop in Gaithersburg at 3 p.m.; talk at 3:30 p.m.
Tickets are $10. Space is limited. The After Hours series is held in the museum's vintage RDC rail car.
Tickets are $10 through Eventbrite. Space is limited.
Phone: 3012586160
Email: museum@gaithersburgmd.gov
2019/02/10 - 2019/02/10
Additional time info:
Tasting is at 3:00
Talk is at 3:30
Gaithersburg Community Museum
9 S. Summit Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD 20877