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Digging the Moment: Unearthing New York City’s African American History

Since colonial times, African Americans have played a major role in the development of New York City—although their contributions have often gone unrecognized and unacknowledged. Today, archaeological investigations are one way that we can unearth and recapture these stories to not only develop a more accurate record of the past but also to contribute to the city’s cultural diversity. Join noted archaeologists, historians, and public officials for a conversation about the African Burial Ground, the Seneca Village Project, and the Harlem African Burial Ground excavations, which are focused on the city’s African-American ancestors, as well as present-day efforts to bring these untold stories to the public.

Chris Moore, Former Commissioner, New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC)
Diana Wall, Professor, The CUNY Graduate Center
Sharon Wilkins, Deputy Borough Historian of Manhattan
Amanda Sutphin, Director of Archaeology, New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC)











When: Wed., Jun. 8, 2016 at 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Where: Museum of the City of New York
1220 Fifth Ave.
212-534-1672
Price: $16
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Since colonial times, African Americans have played a major role in the development of New York City—although their contributions have often gone unrecognized and unacknowledged. Today, archaeological investigations are one way that we can unearth and recapture these stories to not only develop a more accurate record of the past but also to contribute to the city’s cultural diversity. Join noted archaeologists, historians, and public officials for a conversation about the African Burial Ground, the Seneca Village Project, and the Harlem African Burial Ground excavations, which are focused on the city’s African-American ancestors, as well as present-day efforts to bring these untold stories to the public.

Chris Moore, Former Commissioner, New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC)
Diana Wall, Professor, The CUNY Graduate Center
Sharon Wilkins, Deputy Borough Historian of Manhattan
Amanda Sutphin, Director of Archaeology, New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC)

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