Solomon Northup Scripter Award Presentation

In support of the “Black Experiences in Saratoga county, 1750-1950” exhibit at Brookside Museum, Melissa Howell, a Solomon Northup descendant, has loaned the Scripter Award, presented on behalf of Solomon Northup by the University of Southern California, to the Saratoga County History Center, along with other memorabilia to be displayed. The Award honors Northup and recognizes the work of screenwriter John Ridley who wrote the script for the 2013 movie 12 Years a Slave. Ms Howell will present the Award along with a talk entitled "Embracing the Legacy of Solomon Northup" at Brookside Museum