Lewes Historical Society's Symposium, 'A long and lasting shame': Slavery in Delaware 1700-1865

Lewes Historical Society's Symposium - November 13, 2021
'A long and lasting shame': Slavery in Delaware 1700-1865

The Lewes Historical Society's November 13 Symposium will present research undertaken by academics, independent scholars, and graduate students in multiple disciplines on the theme of slavery in Delaware from late Colonial America to ratification of the 13th Amendment.

Topics include political, social, cultural, legal, literary, biographical, bibliographical, or economic approaches, as well as guides to notable special collections/archives.

The symposium will be held on Saturday, November 13, 2021, at the Hotel Rodney in Lewes, DE from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The cost to attend per person is $75 and includes lunch. Space is limited.

To register visit: https://www.historiclewes.org/programs/lhs-symposium.html