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Poquessing Trail of History Robert Purvis & Anniversary of the Fugitive Slave Act

March 5, 2026 Ken Johnston

Last fall, I participated in an event in Byberry to commemorate the area’s Underground Railroad history through a historical reenactment…

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Following the Spirits Call

January 14, 2026 Ken Johnston

On my recent walk from Detroit to Dresden, I mentioned to a few people how surprised I was the spirits…

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People Welcoming Walk to Freedom – Niagara Falls to Owen Sound

September 11, 2025 Ken Johnston

During our recent Walk to Freedom, Cindy, Annie, and I, met so many wonderful people along the 266 kilometer trail…

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“I’m A Great-Grandson of A Slave”

April 10, 2025 Ken Johnston

Dr. Ramero Ramirez and family greet Southern Roads to Freedom walkers to the Jackson Church Ranch, in Hidalgo County, Texas,…

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The Mother Church of Texas

June 16, 2024 Ken Johnston

Reedy Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church (AMEC) has been a history maker in many ways. Her origins date back to…

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Juneteenth Schedule of Activities in Galveston

June 7, 2024 Ken Johnston

I’d like to thank historian Sam Collins, of Galveston, for sharing the Reedy Chapel AME Church itinerary for the celebration…

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Juneteenth: A visual essay along the proposed Emancipation National Historic Trail

June 1, 2024 Ken Johnston

Here’s a wonderful visual essay of the proposed 51-mile Emancipation National Historic Trail that Frank Thompson and I will be…

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Juneteenth Lantern Making Fun

May 12, 2024 Ken Johnston

Juneteenth Lantern Making Workshop, Kennett Library, 320 East State Street, Kennett Square, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Free In 1913 Chester…

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Germantown Black History Walking Tour

February 18, 2024 Ken Johnston

Register on Eventbright for the upcoming Germantown Black History Walking Tour on Saturday February 24, 9 a.m., Fair Hill Burial…

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Park Ranger Melinda Day Talks About Storer College As A Destination

May 27, 2023 Ken Johnston

In this audio clip, Park Ranger Melinda Day discusses her research on the stories of people who lived in and…

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