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AADL Productions Podcast: Grace Shackman

AADL talks with local historian, author and teacher, Grace Shackman, about how Ann Arbor has changed over the years. Throughout the discussion, Grace looks back at articles she's written; how she got her start writing about Ann Arbor history; the importance of preserving local landmarks; and her memories of early Ann Arbor art fairs.

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VISUAL ART

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FILM & VIDEO

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THEATER & DANCE

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WRITTEN WORD

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