From Chains to Freedom: Voyage of George Latimer [Virtual]
Description
Learn about the astonishing life of George Latimer, Lewis Latimer's father, who escaped from slavery and ignited an early abolitionist movement in Massachusetts. Students will learn about slavery, the Underground Railroad, abolitionism, and the Dred Scott decision.
This program meets the following New York City Social Studies curriculum standards: 1.7d, 1.8, 2.6, 2.7, 2.8, 3.3, 3.4, 3.8b, 4.5a, 5.6c, 7.8b
Offered At
Lewis Latimer House Museum
Lewis H. Latimer (1848-1928) was an African American inventor whose innovations in designing carbon filaments ushered in the age of electric light. Latimer was the son of fugitive slaves, a self-taught master draftsman, an expert on patent law, a poet, and painter--in short, a Renaissance man. The historic Victorian home of Lewis Latimer stands now as a testament to this talented and gracious man.
Details
Subjects
History, Civil War, Slavery, African American History, Social Justice
Capacity
50 students
Duration
45 min.
Activity
Virtual Field Trip
Grades
6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Price Options
$50.00 per Group for Non School Group
$50.00 per Group for School Group
$40.00 per Group for Title I School