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History à la Carte: 1925 Coal Glen Mining Disaster

Location: NC Museum of History
Date: Wednesday May 13th, 2009
Time: 12 noon-1 pm

Visit: www.ncmuseumofhistory.org

In 1925 an explosion at the Coal Glen mine in Chatham County killed 53 men, making it the deadliest workplace accident in the state to date. Come and listen as Tyler Greene, 2009 Student Essay Contest Winner, examines the disaster and traces earlier mine accidents in that county. This program will be held at the N.C. Museum of History on May 13th from 12:10 – 1 pm. Bring your lunch; beverages are provided.

Cost: Free


Presented by: North Carolina Museum of History

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