Event Description

New Jersey was a vital corridor for the Underground Railroad, allowing enslaved people to escape to safer localities in the North.

New Jersey was also the last northern state to abolish slavery in 1866.

Join author and historian Rick Geffken as he discusses this important topic and his book "Stories of Slavery in New Jersey."

NJ Proudly Celebrates
Black History Month

Black History Month is an annual observance in February that celebrates the achievements and contributions of African Americans to American history, culture, and society. Established in 1926 by historian Carter G. Woodson; Black History Month reflects on the struggles, highlights the triumphs, and provides inspiration to future generations.