Event
After Emancipation History Hike
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Fee:
Free.Location: LAT/LONG: 38.940550, -77.052198
Peirce Mill is located at 2401 Tilden Street, NW Washington DC, near the intersection of Tilden Street, Park Road and Beach Drive.
Dates & Times
Date:
Sunday, November 17, 2024
Time:
10:00 AM
Duration:
1 hour and 30 minutes
Type of Event
Hike
Other
Talk
Walk
Please meet outside of Peirce Mill at least 5 minutes before the walk time, bring plenty of water, dress for the weather, and be prepared for a fun and enjoyable outing.
Description
Meet with a park ranger by Peirce Mill and learn the stories of formerly enslaved individuals who lived in what would become Rock Creek Park. Who were they? What did they accomplish after emancipation? This hike will address enslavement, racism, social justice, and the previously untold stories of the park.
The hike will be 1.5 miles and last for 90 minutes.
Recommended for ages 12 and up.