An Exclusive Evening at the Nobel Peace Center – “From King to Obama”
You are cordially invited to an exclusive Evening at “From King to Obama” – Nobel Peace Center!
Democrats Abroad Norway (DAN) will celebrate DA International’s 45th anniversary with a special member event.
DAN has obtained exclusive access to the Nobel Peace Center’s newly opened exhibition “From King to Obama”. Historic photographs, film, texts and sound recordings will take you to the heart of the American Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s – the effort that paved the way for Barack Obama’s historic election.
Date: Tuesday, October 6 from 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Location: Nobel Peace Center, Rådhusplassen, Oslo
The program:
18:40 Welcome by Director of Nobel Peace center, Bente Erichsen & Chair of Democrats Abroad Norway, Lisa Cooper
18:50 “What Norway can learn from American ideas of nationhood, a personal angle”, John Erik Riley, Publisher and writer, Cappelen Damm
19:05 Democrats Abroad, Lisa Cooper:
• 45th Anniversary – background, meaning and road ahead
• Organizing for America and launch in Norway
• Democrats Abroad Norway – Intro new Board, Issue update, Vote on revised by-laws
19:30 Mingling
Space is limited, so register soon!
Members are welcome to bring a guest. NOK 150 fee per person to be paid at the door (CASH only!).
The NOK 150 fee per person includes entry to the exhibit, canapés and one beverage, and a “complimentary ticket” for a return visit.
