Enslavement in Colonial New York: Jupiter Hammon’s Story | Treasures of New York

Discover the life and works of the first published African American poet, Jupiter Hammon, in this video from Treasures of New York: “Joseph Lloyd Manor & the Jupiter Hammon Project.” This video tells Hammon’s story as an enslaved man who was deeply religious and became famous for his poems and essays. Through video, teaching tips, primary source activities, and discussion questions, students will explore Hammon’s life and works , which reflect a historical perspective on liberty and slavery that is not often uncovered or recorded.

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