Independence Soiree
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It's free to watch, but donations are suggested and greatly appreciated.
Join the Independence Historical Trust and Independence Visitor Center Corporation for a virtual fundraising event.
NBC Philadelphia's Aunyea Lachelle hosts the spectacular online experience, and interviews guest of honor and 2020 Year of the Woman Award recipient, Billie Jean King. The theme commemorates the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment, in recognition of the suffragists who worked for equal rights in dedication to better the nation.
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Event Details:
Our Host:
NBC10 Philadelphia's Aunyea Lachelle will host the virtual Soiree and reprise her role interviewing honoree, Billie Jean King. Aunyea is a native Philadelphian and lifestyle and entertainment reporter for NBC10, who reports on Philly Live weekdays at 11:45 a.m.
Our Honoree:
For her lifetime contributions to equality for all, sports icon Billie Jean King will receive the 2020 Year of the Woman Award. This year's award will be presented by last year's honoree, Governor Tom Ridge.