Recovering the Life and Career of Virginie Gireaudeau, free Black actress from New Orleans

Learn about the storied life of Virginie Gireaudeau, a free woman of color from New Orleans who was one of the first African American actresses to appear in a prominent American theater, from Auburn University literature professor Juliane Braun at Gallier Historic House. 6 pm–7:30 pm. Free or $15 donation. eventbrite.com.