Turning the Tides of Justice: The Amistad Trial at CT's Old State House
Schedule
Fri Sep 17 2021 at 04:00 pm to 06:00 pm
Location
Connecticut's Old State House | Hartford, CT
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In September of 1839, the Amistad captives appeared for the first time in a formal court during trials held at Connecticut’s Old State House. Finally, the Africans were able to have the platform to tell their story and defend their actions onboard the schooner Amistad. In the course of the trials held here, the piracy and murder charges against the Africans were dropped and the focus of the case became the status of the captured Africans’ freedom. Join us for a special commemoration of the Amistad trials and its importance. Enjoy a performance by renowned living history actress, Tammy Denease and a musical performance by the Voices of Hartford. This program is being held in conjunction with Discovering Amistad. Come early and take a tour of the Amistad, which is currently moored in Hartford.
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Where is it happening?
Connecticut's Old State House, 800 Main St, Hartford, CT 06103, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays: