Josiah Henson Museum and Park
Located on the old Isaac Riley Farm where Reverend Josiah Henson lived and worked as a slave from 1795 to 1830. His 1849 autobiography inspired Harriet Beecher Stowe's landmark novel, "Uncle Tom's Cabin." A National Park Service Network to Freedom site.
Hours
See website for hours.
Contact
Local Phone: 301-765-8790
July 06, 2024
SusanG476Unvarnished presentation of chattel slavery
An informative, chilling, uplifting presentation of the life of Josiah Henson, whose memoir was a rough basis for the highly influential book “Uncle Tom’s Cabin.” After visiting, you will have...
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John HEducation leaders moved by visit
I arranged for a group of K-12 educators and leaders to visit and learn. The museum staff were exceptionally supportive and helpful with arrangements and program planning. Special thanks to Jackie...
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