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204th Anniversary – End of Slavery in Little Compton
Photo: Imagined portrait by Dora Atwater Millikin
Slavery and Freedom in Little Compton
Explore the history of northern slavery and emancipation through the personal stories of people enslaved in Little Compton and the surrounding communities. Special attention will be paid to the histories of enslaved women and girls.
August 5, 2020 is the 204th anniversary of the end of slavery in Little Compton. Learn about Indian and African slavery, forced indenture, emancipation, and the difficulties facing free people of color in Little Compton through their personal histories. Presented by LCHS Executive Director, Marjory O’Toole. Ample opportunities for questions will be provided.
This is a program of Stages of Freedom.
Register, here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYqc-2vrD4rHdRrK1kSUD7uQEUdUbiBSruy