MUSEUMS: Wadsworth opens exhibit on Frederick Douglass Film, never-before-seen daguerreotypes illustrate his vision for representation

Jun. 1—HARTFORD — Faces of the 19th century come to life in the Wadsworth Atheneum's new exhibit, "I am Seen ... Therefore, I Am: Isaac Julien and Frederick Douglass," running through Sept. 24.

The exhibition, in partnership with The Amistad Center for Art & Culture, which is housed at the Atheneum, is presented in two parts.

Part 1 is a presentation of the Sir Isaac Julien film "Lessons of the Hour," an immersive multi-screen film depicting Frederick Douglass, played by British actor Ray Fearon.

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