In the Footsteps of Douglass... A Day in New Bedford
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In the Footsteps of Douglass... A Day in New Bedford

By Mass Humanities

As a part of International Symposium #DouglassWeek, explore New Bedford, MA, where Frederick Douglass lived as a newly free man.

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New Bedford Historical Society

21 7th Street #3 New Bedford, MA 02740

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  • 8 hours
  • In person

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Community • Historic

Explore the place where Frederick Douglass lived for five years, where his first three children were born, and where he earned his first paid wages as a free man.

This full-day experience will begin with a bus pick-up from Boston to New Bedford. The New Bedford Historical Society and partners will provide guided tours and experiences to the Nathan and Mary Johnson House, the first home of Anna and Frederick Douglass; Abolition Row, murals, museums, and more.

Lunch will include a presentation from author and historian Tim Walker, and afternoon snacks will be provided.

The bus departs from Boston College at 9:00 am and leaves New Bedford for return at 3:00 pm. You are also welcome to meet us in New Bedford on your own

Spaces are limited for this curated event. Registration is required.

This is a walking tour; we recommend layers and comfortable shoes.

See the complete list of places you will visit here.

Learn more about #DouglassWeek

Learn more about Mass Humanities' Reading Frederick Douglass Together

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Oct 2 · 9:00 AM EDT