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Purchased & Possessed: Slavery in the John Marshall House Virtual Program
50-minute virtual program exploring the lives and labors of those enslaved at the 1790 John Marshall House
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Tuesday, March 21 · 4 - 5pm PDT
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Online
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- 1 hour
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Richmond's historic John Marshall House--the 1790 home of the 4th Supreme Court Chief Justice--existed as an urban site of forced labor for over 65 enslaved men, women, and children between 1790 and 1835. Join our Museum Educators in this virtual program that explores the lives and labors of those the Chief Justice enslaved at 9th and E. Marshall Street in downtown Richmond, including Henry, Robin, Israel, Celia, Hannah, and many others. Admission is free, though a $10 suggested donation is appreciated; please register in advance.
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Preservation Virginia makes Virginia's communities and historic places of memory stronger, more vital and economically sustainable through preservation, education and advocacy.