The Lecompton Historical Society (LHS) is hosting a special panel discussion at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 11, at the Territorial Capital Museum, 640 E. Woodson Ave., Lecompton. Funded by a Natural and Cultural Heritage Grant, this free event will explore the history and legacy of the Lewis-Crowder Cemetery, an African American cemetery established in the 19th century.
The event will feature a distinguished panel of speakers, including:
- Ahnya Lewis, a descendant of Joshua and Mary Dent Lewis
- Paul Bahnmaier, president of the Lecompton Historical Society
- Megan Bruey, author of the National Register nomination at Hernly Associates for the cemetery
- Jan Shupert-Arick, former Douglas County Heritage Coordinator, served as researcher for the nomination
Panelists will share research, historical context, and personal connections related to the cemetery, offering insight into the lives of those buried there and the broader story of African American settlement in Kansas. A guided visit to Lewis-Crowder Cemetery will follow the panel discussion.
For more information visit http://lecomptonkansas.com
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