United for Libraries and Empire State Center for the Book designated Joseph Lloyd Manor as a national Literary Landmark in honor of Jupiter Hammon.
The Literary Landmark™ bronze plaque was unveiled at Joseph Lloyd Manor on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2020 which recognized Jupiter Hammon’s 309th birthday as well as Black Poetry Day. Hammon’s literary achievements were celebrated during the first ever Literary Landmark dedication to be livestreamed.
The designation ceremony featured live speeches by Irene Moore (Chair) and Melisa Emeghebo Rousseau (Member) from the Town of Huntington African American Historic Designation Council and US Congressman Thomas Suozzi. Virtual presentations included a poetry reading by actor/writer Malik Work and presentation by the winners of the Jupiter Hammon Writing Contest. Closing remarks were delivered virtually by Joye Brown, Newsday Columnist and Associate Editor.
Click HERE for the Literary Landmark official press release. Click HERE for the official event program.
Preservation Long Island thanks the following sponsors for the Jupiter Hammon Literary Landmark Plaque:
Town of Huntington African American Historic Designation Council
NAACP Huntington Branch
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.-Sigma Psi Omega Chapter
Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated, Suffolk County Chapter
The Links, Incorporated, Long Island (NY) Chapter
Lloyd Harbor Historical Society
