Join us for a commemorative walk from the Middle Passage Port Marker to The Embrace memorial, honoring those forcibly brought on slave ships through the horrific Middle Passage crossing. This walk celebrates the resilience of the enslaved and recognizes their brutal journey.
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Our mission to help African American families descended from slaves trace their ancestral roots and lineage through a comprehensive approach. By utilizing DNA testing, census records, plantation archives, and other historical research,
Join us for "Praise The Bridge" - a powerful walk retracing the steps of enslaved ancestors in Boston on June 9th. We'll journey down historic State Street, experiencing the walk they endured.
Register now for this transformative experience.
Kickoff Fundraiser Walk
Sunday, June 9, 2024
10:30 AM - Introductions and Check-In
11:00 AM - History Lesson through Music, Dance, and Storytelling
12:00 PM - Walk Begins at the Middle Passage Marker (198 Long Wharf)
Walk a mile in our ancestors' shoes as we make stops at:
12:15 PM Faneuil Hall (Peter Faneuil Statue)
12:30 PM 15 Devonshire St (Crispus Attucks Death Site)
12:45 PM 26 Beacon St (54th Regiment Memorial)
1:00 PM - Destination: The Embrace (139 Tremont St)
Community Celebration
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Your generous contributions will enable African American families to finally answer generational questions about their origins and ancestral identities lost to slavery. Together, we can uncover our rich histories, honor resilience, and promote healing.
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