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The 1838 Black Metropolis 101 Walking Tour of Philadelphia

Independence Visitor Center 599 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This experience takes you to significant early 1800s civil rights sites, clandestine Underground RR locations, & Black built infrastructure.Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Philadelphia's rich history with our 1838 Black Metropolis Walking Tour, an exploration of the Free Black population before the 1860s. Delve into the narratives of real individuals unveiled through meticulous research into the Black lived experience in Philadelphia around the 1838 timeframe. and the data from the 1838 Pennsylvania Abolition Society Census.Starting with data from the 1838 Pennsylvania Abolition Society Census and expanding that data set from primary sources, this immersive experience takes