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April, 2025

Tuesday
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National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Tuesday
1
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Wednesday
2
National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Wednesday
2
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Wednesday
2
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1995 film directed by Ken Loach narrates the story of David Carr, an unemployed worker and member of the Communist Party of Great Britain, who decides to fight in the Spanish Civil War to defend the duly elected Republican government against the nationalist coup d‘état.
Thursday
3
National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Thursday
3
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Thursday
3
WPFW 89.3 FM or listen online: https://www.wpfwfm.org/radio/
1:00 PM
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A weekly radio show celebrating the cultural heritage of the American worker. Hosted by Chris Garlock and Elise Bryant and produced by the Labor Heritage Foundation; broadcast on WPFW 89.3FM Podcast version available at 2p: https://yourrightsatwork.podbean.com/
Thursday
3
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Art, documentary video, and labor politics will all be featured at a reception at the UC Berkeley Labor Center.
Thursday
3
R.E. Olds Transportation Museum
6:00 PM
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Oakland University historian Dan Clark takes a look back at autoworkers in the 1950s
Friday
4
National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Friday
4
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Saturday
5
National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Saturday
5
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Sunday
6
National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Sunday
6
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Sunday
6
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Songs by Pete Seeger, Janis Ian, John Prine, Malvina Reynolds, Paul Simon, Utah Phillips and many more.
Monday
7
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Monday
7
National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Tuesday
8
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Tuesday
8
National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Tuesday
8
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Monthly meeting of unions representing workers in the broadcast and performing arts
Wednesday
9
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Wednesday
9
National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Thursday
10
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Thursday
10
National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Thursday
10
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A weekly radio show celebrating the cultural heritage of the American worker; WPFW 89.3 FM or listen online
Friday
11
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Friday
11
National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Saturday
12
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Saturday
12
National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Sunday
13
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Sunday
13
National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Monday
14
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Monday
14
National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Tuesday
15
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Tuesday
15
National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Wednesday
16
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Wednesday
16
National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Wednesday
16
UC Denver Student Commons Building on Auraria campus, room 1600 (ACAD 1600)
6:00 PM
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Panel discussion centering on the lives and dignity of immigrant workers in early Colorado.
Wednesday
16
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A deep dive into the fascinating journey of Harry Bridges, from humble beginnings as a wharf rat to becoming a legendary figure
Thursday
17
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Thursday
17
National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Thursday
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Pullman set the standard for luxury in the rail industry, and his custom cars reflected that excellence. But how did he adapt to the shift to metal construction? Join rail expert David Duncan as he explores how Pullman’s elite railcars evolved in the metal age. Don’t miss this fascinating discussion!

Free. No Reservation Required

https://zoom.us/j/92422038830
Thursday
17
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A weekly radio show celebrating the cultural heritage of the American worker; WPFW 89.3 FM or listen online
Friday
18
National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Friday
18
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Saturday
19
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Saturday
19
National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Saturday
19
SpringHill Suites Conference Room
7:30 PM
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Second showcase of Stephen A. Schrum’s play.
Sunday
20
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Sunday
20
National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Monday
21
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Monday
21
National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Monday
21
MSU Library, Green Room, 4th floor
12:00 PM
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"‘We are already organized‘: The Dunes Hotel, the Showgirls of “Casino de Paris” and the Struggle for Unionization in Las Vegas, 1970-1980"
Tuesday
22
National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Tuesday
22
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Tuesday
22
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Free talk by sociologist Allison Pugh on the future of work
Tuesday
22
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Compilation of 22 short videos give voice to Gazan filmmakers to share untold stories of the current war on film.
Wednesday
23
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Wednesday
23
National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Wednesday
23
NPS Visitor Center
5:30 PM
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Film screening from the Illinois Labor History Society in Chicago.
Wednesday
23
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Compilation of 22 short videos give voice to Gazan filmmakers to share untold stories of the current war on film.
Wednesday
23
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Justin Jackson moderates a discussion with authors about new books on labor and the East India Company and Syrian American textile workers.
Thursday
24
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Thursday
24
National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Thursday
24
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A weekly radio show celebrating the cultural heritage of the American worker; WPFW 89.3 FM or listen online
Thursday
24
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Casting Notice for a showcase performance of Love Songs from the Liberation Wars at NCMA Winston-Salem’s McChesney Scott Dunn Auditorium.
Thursday
24
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To inspire a new generation of activists to organize for systemic change, this documentary illustrates how collective action can combat racism, bigotry, and greed.
Friday
25
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Workers & Unions in a Hostile Political Environment!
What Can Labor History Teach Us?
April 25 & 26, 2025, Portland, Oregon
Friday
25
National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Friday
25
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Friday
25
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Casting Notice for a showcase performance of Love Songs from the Liberation Wars at NCMA Winston-Salem’s McChesney Scott Dunn Auditorium.
Friday
25
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An evening of connection and conversation about the labor jazz opera coming to Winston-Salem this Fall.
Friday
25
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Panel Discussion; part of the PNLHA Labor History Conference
Saturday
26
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Workers & Unions in a Hostile Political Environment!
What Can Labor History Teach Us?
April 25 & 26, 2025, Portland, Oregon
Saturday
26
National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Saturday
26
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Saturday
26
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Learn -- and be inspired by -- songs from the 2025 General Strike Song Contest!
Sunday
27
National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Sunday
27
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Sunday
27
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We’re coming together to make powerful art that speaks to the strength, struggle, and solidarity of workers everywhere. Help us create banners, posters, and other pieces for Workers’ Memorial Day and the Chicago May Day March.
Sunday
27
Seattle Labor Temple
3:00 PM
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A concert celebrating diversity, democracy, human rights, climate justice, and more.
Sunday
27
Irish American Heritage Center
3:00 PM
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Musical entertainment, performances, cake and cash bar.
Monday
28
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Monday
28
National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Tuesday
29
National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Tuesday
29
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Tuesday
29
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"Love Songs of W.E.B. DuBois" by Honoree Fanonne Jeffers https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83995339960?pwd=9xeR4QUaxyYCOzmsbatsi1zCEcUOAs.1 Hosted by the NoVA (Northern Virginia) Labor Council, AFL-CIO; all are welcome.
Wednesday
30
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Photos from the Irwin Nash Yakima Valley migrant labor collection portray everyone from famed labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
Wednesday
30
National Archives
10:00 AM
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Power & Light: Russell Lee‘s Coal Survey is an exhibition of photographs of coal communities by American documentary photographer Russell Lee. These images tell the story of laborers who helped build the nation, of a moment when the government took stock of their health and safety, and of a photographer who recognized their humanity.
Wednesday
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This is a free, participatory event to perform and learn about the role music has played in the labor movement.
Wednesday
30
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Set in the former frozen food capital of the world, this film is an intimate and unvarnished portrait of the 18-month cannery workers’ strike which virtually paralyzed this rural California town.
This short film features sisters Blanca and Wendy, and their mother Sylvia, a former cannery worker and veteran of the historic Watsonville Cannery Strike.

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