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Special Event
Event
Slavery at White Haven
This event has already occurred. This page is provided for reference only.
Fee:
Free.Dates & Times
Date:
Sunday, June 26, 2022
Time:
3:30 PM
Duration:
1 hour
Type of Event
Guided Tour
Walk
This guided tour will last for 60 minutes.
Description
The institution of slavery was central to the operation of the White Haven estate. Every white family that lived at White Haven before the Civil War enslaved black laborers, including Ulysses S. Grant. Among other duties, the enslaved cooked, cleaned, grew crops, and tended to livestock. Visitors will learn about the deep history of slavery in this 60-minute guided tour of the White Haven estate.
Reservation or Registration: Yes
Reservations can be made by calling 314-842-1867.
Contact Information
Julie Northrip314-842-1867