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Sojourner Truth and Her Neighbors: The African-American Community of Florence, 1845-1860

Sunday, 07 November 2004
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Organizer: Sojourner Truth Memorial Statue Committee, Steve Strimer

Historical Walking Tour of sites related to the antebellum African-American Community of Florence during the time that Sojourner Truth was a resident. In addition to Truth, prominent Underground Railroad agent David Ruggles, fugitive lecturer Thomas H. Jones, long-time residents and former slaves Basil Dorsey and Henry Anthony made their homes in Florence. Frederick Douglass was a frequent visitor. Join us to explore these remarkably architecturally in tact neighborhoods.

Location:
Meet at the Sojourner Truth Memorial Statue. Corner of Park and Pine Street, Florence

Cost: Sliding scale of $0-$10 to benefit the STMS Scholarship fune