This month we celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. His “I Have a Dream” speech during the 1963 March on Washington led to passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. But did you know that the famous speech almost didn’t happen?
Tri-Citian Art Broady says the “Dream” speech was not the one Dr. King had planned — and had begun to deliver — on that August day. In a presentation he has given several times to local and regional audiences, Broady explains how it came about. With gospel music by soloist Daphne Jackson, Broady will give his presentation on Jan. 18 at 1 and 5 p.m. in the Richland Players Theater.
In 1966, Broady became the first full-time African-American male student at Virginia’s Emory & Henry University. His education, professional work and community service have reflected Dr. King’s message of equal justice and brotherhood. Daphne Jackson is a local talent with an extensive musical repertoire who has won several singing competitions.
The event is sponsored by Tri-CU Credit Union and the African American Community Cultural & Educational Society (AACCES). Admission is free, but reservations are required. And you’ll be invited to make a donation to Mirror Ministries. To reserve your seat, visit richlandplayers.org or call (509) 943-1991.