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Saturday, Feb 7, 2026, at 5 pm Presented by Arthur Broady - Descendant of John Broddy

Arthur Broady brings to life the story of his ancestor, John Broddy — an enslaved African American and patriot who served in the Revolutionary War. Mr. Broady was born and raised in southwest Virginia, a hotbed of American Revolution history. He graduated from Emory & Henry University and is recognized as the first African American man to enroll at the university in 1966 as a full-time student and athlete. He was inducted into the university’s Sports Hall of Fame in 2000. A resident of Tri-Cities for more than 40 years, Mr. Broady is an active volunteer in both his community and abroad.

For more information about the event presenter, Arthur Broady, use this link to his Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ArtBroady/.

Event Details
  • Date: Saturday, February 7, 2026
  • Time: 5:00 pm
  • Location: Shalom UCC, 505 McMurray Street, Richland
  • Reservations: RSVP at https://tithe.ly/event-registration/#/10713608
  • Admission price: Recommended $25, or donation of your choice

Once registered, the amount of your choice may be paid HERE, using Tithely and choosing ‘Fundraisers’ in the drop-down menu, or at the event by cash or check payable to Shalom UCC.

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Event Highlights
  • Arthur Broady is a highly regarded spokesperson on the American Revolutionary War and maintains active memberships with two Sons of The American Revolution organizations.
  • Arthur is the sixth-generation grandson and descendant of the slave John Broddy, a slave who earned his freedom in 1793, more than fifty years prior to our country’s Civil War.
  • Once Mr. Broady shares the story of his sixth-generation great grandfather, he will be available for 15 to 20 minutes of questions and answers.

Mark your calendars and don’t miss out! 

Safety Guidelines & Accommodations

Your safety is our priority. If you feel unwell, we kindly ask that you stay home and join us next time. If you need accommodations, please let us know by no later than Monday evening, February 1, 2026, by emailing Shalom@shalomunitedchurch.org.

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