Abolitionism in Concord

This event features a roundtable discussion focused on enslavement in New England, including a conversation with historians who have completed recent research on slavery in Concord, Lincoln, Sudbury, and Wayland. Professor Robert A. Gross will provide introductory remarks about enslavement in New England. Following that, each panelist will present highlights from their research. After the presentations, the panelists will engage in a roundtable discussion and respond to questions from the audience.

A public ceremony will deservedly and respectfully honor Concord’s 19th Century Female Anti-Slavery Society with the dedication of our gifts of a flowering tree and raised brass plaque placed in the Cemetery. The Society, unique in its composition of Black and White members, was founded on October 18th, 1837.

Join the Wright Tavern and First Parish as they welcome a reenactor of Lafayette to Concord. There will be presentations by renowned author and expert on the American Revolution, Robert A. Gross, as well as the Executive Director of the Robbins House, Jen Turner, and Director of the Concord Prison Outreach Project, Sam Williams. Refreshments will be served in the Wright Tavern. (image: Lafayette Sulphide Paperweight, about 1820-1840.  Concord Museum Collection, Gift of Mrs. Louis A. Sohier; G299)