Free Before Freedom: Researching Free People of Color Before 1865

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Free Before Freedom: Researching Free People of Color Before 1865

Family, Youth & EducationAcademic Lectures & PanelsEducation & LearningFamily, Youth & Education / Academic Lectures & Panels
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Virtual/OnlineOutdoor activityHistoric VenueFamily-friendlyGeneral PublicWorkshop/ClassFree AdmissionPublic
When:
August 6, 2026 · 10:00 PM
Where:
Mountain Island, 4420 Hoyt Galvin Way, Charlotte, NC
Source:
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library – Events

This class focuses on tracing Free People of Color prior to Emancipation using key historical records. Learn how to analyze census records, free negro registries, court petitions, and manumission documents to uncover identities, family connections, and community ties before 1865. This program is offered both in-person and virtually - please use the Zoom link to register and receive the Zoom information. A valid Zoom account is require to attend online. Want to be notified about future events? Su

Virtual/OnlineOutdoor activityHistoric VenueFamily-friendlyGeneral PublicWorkshop/ClassFree AdmissionPublicCharlotteAdults

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    Charlotte, NC

  • Primary source

    Charlotte Mecklenburg Library – Events

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    Family, Youth & Education, Academic Lectures & Panels, Education & Learning

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    Virtual/Online, Outdoor activity, Historic Venue, Family-friendly