What a life he lived…We are saddening by the passing of Dr. Franklin.  DBP would not have been as informed, passionate or steadfast in the journey to discuss and learn more about Black History without pioneers such as Dr. Franklin.  Our prayers are with his son, John W. Franklin, and family.

To cleebrate his life,  plan to attend this event

16th Inauguration Tribute to

John Hope Franklin:
Voices and Images of Liberation

Division of Fine Arts Presentations

Keynote Address:
Dr. Lonnie G. Bunch, Director
National Museum of African-American History and Culture

Ira Aldridge Theatre
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.