John Law: An Asian American Unitarian in the 1820s
Learn the amazing story of John Law, one of founders and original donors at All Souls Church Unitarian in DC. Born in India of Indian and British heritage, John Law was among the first Asian Americans to settle in the nation’s new capital. He became a Harvard-educated attorney, the highest elected legislator in DC, and a defender of enslaved Black people seeking freedom through the courts. Professor Rosemarie Zagarri, a distinguished scholar and professor of history at George Mason University will be in conversation with Shige Sakurai, All Souls Church member and diversity expert. Join us as we celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and the 200 Year Anniversary of All Souls Church with this fascinating historical conversation.