Free Webinar

Finding Enslaved African American Ancestors in New England

Thursday, February 1, 3:00-4:00 p.m. ET

Presented by Danielle Rose

Slavery in New England played a significant role in the region's early history. Cities like Boston and Newport were important ports for the transatlantic slave trade, with ships bringing enslaved Africans to be sold throughout the colonies. And while slavery had largely disappeared in New England by the early 19th century, the legacy of this institution had a lasting impact on the region's economic and social development. Join 10 Million Names Volunteer Coordinator Danielle Rose to learn more about the history of slavery and emancipation in New England, what records exist that detail the names and stories of these enslaved Africans, and strategies to help work through common research hurdles will also be discussed.

Danielle Rose holds a B.A. in History from the University of Florida and M.A. in Public History from Northeastern University. While at Northeastern, she specialized in digital humanities, oral history, and community engagement. As a public historian, Danielle’s work focuses on bringing to light the stories of lesser-known individuals and historical events. Prior to joining American Ancestors/NEHGS, she worked as a digital history intern at the National Parks of Boston, where she researched the lives of Black Patriots of the Revolutionary War, specifically those who served during the Siege of Boston. She also previously worked as a museum educator in Miami, FL.