Examining a map made by natives of the Carolina backcountry in 1721 reveals efforts to understand and adapt to colonial trade and settlement.
Programs and Events
The Newberry offers programming in the humanities for scholars, teachers, and the general public. Unless otherwise noted, events are free, and no reservations are required. Many of our programs are recorded, and you can listen to them on our website.
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Saturday, April 27, 2019
Colonial History Lecture Series: Alan Shaw Taylor
Free and open to the public; free tickets required.
Thursday, May 2, 2019
Native American women from the American Southwest have always used basket weaving to maintain relationships with nature, their spirituality, tribal histories, sovereignty, and their ancestors.
Saturday, May 11, 2019
Free to attend with advance registration
Urban Rez, Directed by Larry Pourier (Kiowa)