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We are excited to introduce you to our latest exhibit Free, As One: Black Worldmaking in the Pennsylvania Abolition Society Papers Opening February 6, 2025 at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania. This exhibit challenges long-held myths and offers a fresh perspective on the global anti-slavery movement, highlighting the central role of Black leadership in shaping the fight for freedom.Discover the Global Movement for EmancipationA persistent myth in the history of the abolition of slavery is
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IntroductionIn the 1820s, racism barred Black audiences from the cultural venues that showcased the arts on a grand scale, even though Black artists were sought after by White audiences for their talent. I have discovered that these artists responded by creating a cultural shift in Black communities. They were not just entertainers—they were activist architects of a cultural revolution, building societies that brought the Arts to their communities. This is the story of how the African Harmonic
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Julian Abele (1881–1950) stands as one of the most celebrated Black architects in American history. He is most well known for his work as lead designer of the Pennsylvania Museum of Art. But he also designed The Free Library building, Duke university's quadrangle and hundreds of other buildings. We encourage you to read his full history here. But our contention is that much of Philadelphia - itss buildings, all its people, all its history - is greatly influenced by the history of Black peop
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Use our visual timelines to learn about the history of the free Black population of Philadephia in Antebellum 1838.
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Interactive maps show you the social, political, economic and religious instiutions created the free Black population of Philadelphia in 1838.
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A framework for understanding the different types of Black led organizations in pre Civil War Philadelphia.
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Lesson Plans about the free Black popuation of Philadelphia in 1838.
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High school students have been inspired by this history to create imaginative plays, short fiction and presentations.
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Explore the inspiring work of Michiko Quinones and Morgan Lloyd, co-founders of "1838 Black Metropolis," a nonprofit uncovering 19th-century African American...
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