Exploring the Traditions and Features of Pennsylvania's Historic African American Burial Grounds
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Historic Rock Ford
Historic Rock Ford welcomes Dr. Steven Burg as he presents “Exploring the Traditions and Features of Pennsylvania’s Historic African American Burial Grounds” on Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 2 PM in the Langmuir Education Room located on the first floor of the Rock Ford Barn, 881 Rockford Road, Lancaster, PA.
Over the last two decades, Dr. Burg has had the opportunity to visit and study many of Pennsylvania's historic African American cemeteries and burial grounds. To date, over 150 burial grounds have been identified across the state that were created primarily by or for the burial of people of color. These sites represent unique spaces reflecting the culture, traditions, and histories of local African American communities. His presentation will explore these African American cemeteries and why it is so important that these places be documented, appreciated, and preserved.