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Minneapolis – Juneteenth Brunch & Conversation with Sherrilyn Ifill

June 19 @ 9:15 am - 11:15 am CDT

$100

Sherrilyn Ifill is the current Vernon Jordan Professor of Law of Civil Rights at Howard University School of Law and was the former President and Director–Counsel of the NAACP Legal Defense and Education Fund, Inc. (LDF). Her book, On the Courthouse Lawn: Confronting the Legacy of Lynching in the 21st Century, is credited with laying the foundation for contemporary conversations about lynching and racial reconciliation. She is also a frequent commentator on affirmative action, policing, judicial nominees, and the United States Supreme Court.

Ifill recently launched the 14th Amendment Center for Law & Democracy at Howard University and is currently completing a new book about race and the current crisis in American democracy entitled, Is This America? Register now to fill your body and soul with a delicious breakfast while hearing from renowned civil rights lawyer and scholar Sherrilyn Ifill.

Two meal options will be available depending on dietary restrictions.

Brunch Brisket Quiche: Pastry crust with egg custard, barbecue beef brisket, peppers, and onions served with breakfast bean hash (seasoned baked beans, diced potatoes, tomatoes, onion, and jalapeno), and seasoned grilled watermelon.

Vegan Scramble (Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten and Dairy Free, No beef option): Vegan eggs with with spinach, onion, and mushroom served with breakfast bean hash (seasoned vegan baked beans, diced potatoes, tomatoes, onion, and jalapeno) and seasoned grilled watermelon.

American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation services will be available at this event.

Registration

Registration Questions: jessica@mnhum.org

Individual Tickets – $100

Individual Registration

Group Tickets

Full Table (10 Tickets) – $800
Half Table (5 Tickets) – $400

Group Registration

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Details

Date:
June 19
Time:
9:15 am - 11:15 am CDT
Cost:
$100
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Organizer

Jessica Rust
Phone
651-772-4249
Email
jessica@mnhum.org

Venue

Quincy Hall
1325 Quincy St NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413 United States
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Phone
612-400-1754
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