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Alice Hooe Foster: Shaping Montclair

  • Montclair Public Library 50 South Fullerton Avenue Montclair, NJ, 07042 United States (map)

Alice Hooe Foster, the first African American woman to graduate from Montclair High School, contributed greatly to Montclair’s social justice initiatives in the early 20th century, including the founding of a YWCA for African American women and girls. Montclair resident, former teacher, and historian Betty Holloway will share her extensive research on Foster’s family, life, and contributions to the community at this evening presentation. Free admission. This program is held at in Montclair Public Library Auditorium at 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, NJ.

Earlier Event: February 18
The Black YMCA and YWCA