Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025

Location: Reading Public Library & Royall House and Slave Quarters, Medford, MA

Join CATO and the Reading Public Library for a powerful day of history, reflection, and community building.

The program includes a private tour of the Royall House and Slave Quarters in Medford, followed by conversation and a light lunch with CATO Director Philmore Phillip II and CATO members at the Reading Public Library.

This event is designed to allow participants to connect the lessons of history to our shared hopes for ourselves, our neighbors, and our community today.

Schedule

• 9:20 am - Bus departs from Reading Public Library (Middlesec Ave entrance)

• 10:00 - 11:30 am - Guided private tour of the Royall House and Slave Quarters

• 12:00 - 1:00 pm - Light lunch & community conversation in the Library’s Community Room

Cost

• Tour fee: $20

• Bus contribution: An additional $20 per person is requested to help cover transportation costs, if you are able. This contribution is voluntary.

Registration

To reserve your spot, please email elietcp@gmail.com by August 22.