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Painting of Paul Laurence Dunbar

Paul Laurence Dunbar: 150 years

February 3, 2022

Paul Laurence Dunbar was one of the first African American literary figures to gain national critical acclaim. On May 2, 1992, Wright State University’s main library was renamed in recognition of Dunbar's significant literary contributions, importance to Dayton, and friendship with Wilbur and Orville Wright for whom the University is named.

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Speaker standing by screen showing film Dunbar Beyond the Mask

Paul Laurence Dunbar: Beyond the Mask Screening and Discussion with Filmmaker Frederick Lewis, February 17, 2022 at 3:00 p.m.

January 26, 2022

In recognition of Black History Month and as part of the University Libraries' 150th Paul Laurence Dunbar Birthday Celebration Series, the Libraries will present, Paul Laurence Dunbar: Beyond the Mask, a documentary on the life and legacy of the first African American to achieve national fame as a writer.

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