Clearing the Sky: 165th Anniversary of John Brown’s Raid and the Trial that Split the Nation
Schedule
Mon Dec 02 2024 at 11:00 am to 02:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
The Green in Harpers Ferry National Historical Park | Harpers Ferry, WV
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"When John Brown stretched forth his arm the sky was cleared. The time for compromises was gone…” Frederick Douglass
Join a Ranger for a special 2-part program marking the 165th Anniversary of John Brown's Raid. Part 1 will begin at 11:00AM on the Green in the Historic Harpers Ferry Lower Town. The history leading up to John Brown's Raid and the events of the Raid will be the focus of this 1-hour segment, which will conclude at 12:00PM. 12:00PM - 1:30 will be a break for lunch and travel to Charles Town. Part 2 will begin at 1:30PM at the Jefferson County Courthouse in Charles Town, site of John Brown's trial. It will include a walk to the site of John Brown’s execution and conclude with special access to the Jefferson County Museum, which contains many significant artifacts related to the events.
This 2-part guided program will include a total of 1 mile of walking on mostly flat ground. We recommend comfortable walking shoes. There are restaurants in very close walking distance in the historic Harpers Ferry Lower Town and in downtown Charles Town where visitors can get lunch during the break. Parking in Charles Town may be found behind the Jefferson County Museum at 200 E Washington St, or at the municipal lot beside 114 W Liberty Street, both in Charles Town, WV 25414.
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Where is it happening?
The Green in Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, 723 Shenandoah St, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425-7186, United States,Harpers Ferry, West VirginiaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
