Pyrrhus Concer & Captain George White: Two Friends Who Transformed Southampton |
DATE: Wednesday, January 27, 12:00PM
Between the years of 1875 and 1898, Southampton-born Captain George White and ex-slave Pyrrhus Concer made twelve voyages to the far east in search of whales. Based on ships’ logs and diaries, a fascinating story emerges about the rewards and perils of voyages at sea, and about an unlikely friendship forged between two men. Co-sponsored with the Rogers Memorial Library. Register at www.myrml.org or call 283-0774 ext. 523.
FEE: Free Admission, all are welcome
LOCATION: Rogers Memorial Library, 91 Coopers Farm Road