A History of Black Bethlehem

Learn about the Moravian Founders, Slaves, and Free People who influenced the city's development from 1741-2018

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BETHLEHEM, PA (10/17/2018) Northampton Community College (NCC) will host a panel discussion on the history of the city of Bethlehem, PA, and the black people who influenced the city's development from 1741 through present day, including Moravian founders, slaves, and free people. The talk will take place on Thursday, October 25, from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., at the Bethlehem Campus's College Center, second floor, Room CC220, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township.

Speakers include Dr Brian Alnutt, historian and NCC associate professor of history, Ms. Rayah Levy, head of adult services at the Bethlehem Area Public Library, and Ms. Ester Lee, president of the Bethlehem NAACP.

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With an enduring commitment to the regional community it serves and a focus on student success, Northampton Community College has developed a reputation as an institution of extraordinary distinction, earning accolades at the state and national levels for innovative programs, outstanding faculty and impressive student achievements. It counts among its successful alumni a four-time Pulitzer Prize winner and an Academy Award winning director as well as a host of CEOs, presidents, and leaders of business and industry. Today, Northampton Community College has locations in Bethlehem, Southside Bethlehem, Easton, and Monroe County, serving 30,000 students each year from 53 counties, 42 countries and 25 states. For more information, or to apply, please visit www.northampton.edu.