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Guide to the New-York African Free-School Records
1817-1832
MS 747
Descriptive Summary
| Title: |
New-York African Free-School Records |
| Dates [inclusive]: |
1817-1832 |
| Abstract:
|
This collection covers the latter portion of the existence of the African Free-Schools,
founded by the New-York Manumission Society, to help prepare black children for lives
as free men and women. The records end two years before oversight of the schools was
transferred to the Public School Society. They relate to classroom observation, student
performance, behavior and promotions, as well as examples of lessons and student work.
Note that the African Free School Records have been digitized and can be found
here. |
| Quantity: |
0.5 Linear feet 4 volumes on 2 microfilm reels |
| Call Phrase: |
MS 747 |
