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Searching for Chester Arthur. Join author Harry Goldhagen

Join author Harry Goldhagen, Vermont based writer, editor, photographer, and filmmaker, as he talks about his new book that offers a fresh look at President Chester Arthur, an often-overlooked politician. Chester Arthur was considered the most corrupt party machine politician of his time. He was never elected President, but only assumed the role after President Garfield was assassinated. And yet, once there, he tried to fight patronage, racism, and xenophobia. Follow author Harry Goldhagen as he retraces the steps of this little remembered, most “elegant” man from his birth in rural Vermont to the highest office in the land. Thank you to the Prince George’s Historical Society for their support for this program. Virtual Presentation on Microsoft Teams. To register email stacey.hawkins@pgparks.com or register on Parks Direct. $5/person.

Earlier Event: January 12
Virtual Visit to Dr. King’s Memorial
Later Event: January 17
Martin Luther King, Jr., Day.