Program Description (1.5) – During the time of slavery, African Americans were stripped of their names, ancestral histories, and family connections. This program seeks to reclaim and honor the stories of the men, women, and children enslaved at Oatlands. Students will learn about the history of Oatlands and the people that labored to build and maintain it. Included are discussions about Africa before enslavement, acts of resistance and resilience during slavery, and community-building during slavery and after emancipation.
