Harriet Tubman
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Inside Kennett Square’s Long History with the Underground Railroad
As Juneteenth approaches, the Kennett Underground Railroad Center seeks to educate the community on Kennett’s history with the abolitionist movement,…
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An Underground Railroad Marker Unveiled in Drexel Hill
There’s a marker now in the 400 block of Shadeland Avenue letting people know it is the site of the…
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Actress to Portray Egyptian Queen at Neumann University Event
Dr. Daisy Century will present an Egyptian queen at Neumann Univesity as she brings Egyptian Queen Hatshepsut to life in…
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Philadelphia Chooses Winning Design for New Harriet Tubman Statue
The city of Philadelphia has selected the winning artist behind the design for the new Harriet Tubman statue outside City…
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Temple University to Honor Life of Norristown Native Charles L. Blockson
Temple University is holding a special memorial service on Tuesday to honor the life and legacy of prominent historian and…
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Norristown Native Charles L. Blockson, Prominent Historian and Scholar, Remembered
Norristown native Charles L. Blockson, a prominent historian who was the architect behind some of the nation’s most prestigious collections…
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Where to Celebrate Juneteenth in Montgomery County
Montgomery County proudly honors and celebrates Juneteenth, a national holiday celebrating the emancipation of those who had been enslaved in…
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Holy Family University Speaker Series to Feature Author Andrew Diemer
Holy Family University and Glen Foerd on the Delaware will co-host a speaker series event featuring Andrew Diemer, associate professor of history…
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After Being Disrespected by His Teacher, Norristown Native Passed on Pro Sports Career to Become Historian
As a child, Norristown native Charles Blockson was told by a teacher that his heritage had no history worth learning,…
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Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Byway Created in Chester County
Governor Tom Wolf, along with the Brandywine Valley Scenic Byway Commission and members of the Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus, announced…
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Norristown SEPTA Station Honors Neighborhood Black Icon
Most SEPTA’s passenger waiting areas — including Norristown’s Elm Street Station — aren’t exactly known for being educationally engaging. Until…
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Harriet Tubman Often Found Refuge with Montgomery County Quakers While Helping Escaped Slaves Reach Safety
Harriet Tubman, the prominent abolitionist and political activist, often found refuge at the home of a Montgomery County Quaker family…
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