TEACHING FREEDOM: The Education of Black Philadelphia, 1840 – 1976

Posted by The Center for Black Educator Development on October 6, 2026

The Philadelphia Dreamkeepers Archival Project is a collaborative initiative among the Center and The Philadelphia Department of Records. Don’t miss the companion symposium and exhibit at the Department of Records.

Come hear educators and activists talk about the history of Black educators and the education of Black Philadelphians from before the Civil War through desegregation.

Public Exhibit
Philadelphia Department of Records
548 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA
November 1 – January 15, 2027 (Mon-Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM)

Community Exhibit Symposium
Philadelphia Department of Record
November 5, 6:00-8:00 PM
First 50 to register receive a gift bag. Walk-ins are also welcome.

Learn more and register.


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