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The story behind Philadelphia's slavery exhibit

Jul 4

Relatives of slave who built White House speak out

Jul 4

Slavery panels replaced at PA site amid months-long battle with Trump admin.

The change happened overnight into Wednesday.

Jul 15

AP Photo/Joe Lamberti, File

Court clears way for replacement of slavery exhibit in Philadelphia

Jul 3

Trump admin can replace Philadelphia slavery exhibit: Court

Jun 18

Pope Leo XIV apologizes for Vatican's role in legitimizing slavery

May 26

Slavery displays are being restored at President's House site

Feb 19

Trump admin. erasing history and science at national parks: lawsuit

Feb 17

Judge orders government to restore slavery exhibit

Feb 17

Latest Videos

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Lost no more: Saga of former enslaved man's quest for freedom, long new life on the Hudson

Jun 17, 2025

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The incredible life of David Carll and his five generations who've raised families on his property

Dec 1, 2022

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Madera Unified students write book on farmer who escaped slavery

Nov 3, 2020

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Meet 'Washboard XT' musician plays washboard in honor of enslaved grandfather

Feb 25, 2020

Latest Stories

Part of Underground Railroad found in closet of New York City museum

The Underground Railroad was a secret pathway to freedom for enslaved people escaping north, through woods, tunnels, private homes, under floorboards, inside churches and even hidden beneath wagons.

Feb 15

AP Photo/Bob Leverone

What is Black History Month, and why is it important?

February is Black History Month, a time the country highlights and celebrates the accomplishments of Black Americans. And the fact that Black history is part of America's history is important for all Americans to know, learn about, and understand.

Feb 4

Trump: Smithsonian should portray nation's 'Brightness,' not 'how bad Slavery was'

President Trump confirmed the White House is doing a review Smithsonian museums, where he complained "everything discussed is how horrible our Country is."