Picturing frederick douglass

Career development timeline of a public figure This chart illustrates the evolution of professional activity, public interest, and media attention across different stages of the individual’s career. Early years First steps Professional growth Public recognition Peak period Later years Public interest Professional activity Media attention
In this first major exhibition of Douglass photographs, we offer a visually stunning re-introduction to America's first black celebrity —immediately recognizable in his own lifetime by millions. Picturing Frederick Douglass promises to revolutionize our knowledge of race and photography in 19th century America.

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