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Finding Freedom in New Hampshire: Teaching the Story of Ona Judge

An in-person educator workshop exploring inquiry-based approaches to teaching slavery and the founding era. Participants examine primary sources and digital archives on George Washington's evolving views on slavery, center the story of Ona Judge — who escaped enslavement and lived out her life in Portsmouth — and take a guided tour of Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire sites. Includes lesson ideas and classroom resources.

Date & time: Fri · Oct 2 · 8:00 AM–12:00 PM ET
Venue: Strawbery Banke Museum
Portsmouth, NH
Organizer: Strawbery Banke Museum
Strawbery Banke Museum
Price: Free

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