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Black History Scavenger Hunt at Jefferson Branch in Detroit

February 10, 2024 - February 10, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Photo credit: iStock/BojanMirkovic

Location

Jefferson Branch, Detroit Public Library

12350 Outer Drive East

Detroit, MI 48224

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Description

Participants will be given a list of notable people in Black History to take part in a scavenger hunt at Jefferson Branch. Win prizes, too. RSVP required.

Event cost: Free

Event time: 10 a.m.-noon Feb. 10, 2024

Additional Information

Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/black-history-scavenger-hunt-tickets-758986197147?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: Wayne County

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