African Burial Ground Monument
Description:
The structure was built in 1991 in order to commemorate the sacrifices of the African American people who were brought to the new world as slaves. It was built by a community initiative.
LocationMem:
NYC, NY
Institution:
Community Group
Official/Unofficial:
official
Group Acknowledged:
Enslaved African Americans
Historical Subject:
Enslaved people in the United States
Physical Aspects:
It is a monumental structure that embodies signs of unity and coexistence.
Date of Dedication:
1991
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