Frederick Douglass Historic Site: What to a Slave is the Fourth of July?

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July 4, 2024 @ 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM EDT

Reflect this Independence Day on America’s complex journey towards its ideals at the Frederick Douglass National Historic Site in our nation's capital. Programming will include a live reading of Douglass’ “What to a Slave is the Fourth of July?” followed by tours of the site and musical performances. Learn more. 

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