Event
Emancipation in Maryland: From Enslaved to Emancipated
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Fee:
Free.Location:
Best Farm (Tour Stop #1)Dates & Times
Date:
Saturday, October 22, 2022
Time:
1:00 PM
Duration:
1 hour and 30 minutes
Type of Event
Talk
Walk
Description
Slavery was legal in Maryland until November 1, 1864, when voters passed a new Maryland Constitution. Walk through history and learn about the enslaved people who lived and worked on the six historic properties that make up Monocacy National Battlefield, as well as the U.S. Colored Troops who enlisted at Monocacy Junction.