It Took Courage with Author Christopher Lehman (October 23-25, 2025)

In 1860, Eliza Winston secured her freedom through a legal appeal after escaping enslavement in Minnesota. In It Took Courage, author Christopher P. Lehman sets the record straight, separating fact from fiction and showcasing Eliza Winston’s remarkable battle for freedom. Join your library to hear from the author about his process writing the book, methods of research and get an overview of the people and places involved in Eliza Winston’s enslavement.

Admission is free thanks in part to funding from the Minnesota Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.

Mahnomen Public Library
Thursday, October 23 at 6:30 p.m.

Fosston Public Library
Friday, October 24 at 1:30 p.m.

Bagley Public Library
Friday, October 24 at 6 p.m.

Moorhead Public Library
Saturday, October 25 at 11 a.m.