Wenham Soldiers of Color in the Revolution
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| Dates: | Friday, February 6, 2026 - Friday, February 6, 2026 |
| Hours: | 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
| Ages: | Teens, Adults |
| In/Outdoor: | Indoor |
| Cost: | $ see below |
| Category: | Arts & Culture |
At the time of the Revolutionary War, Wenham had a population of about 700.
Two hundred twenty-two men and boys fought on behalf of the town.
Four of Wenham’s soldiers were men of color, three of whom were enslaved.
In recognition of Black History Month and the 250th anniversary of the Revolutionary War, it is time to celebrate the men who fought for this country’s independence.
Local historian Robert Corcoran will talk about Wenham’s history of slavery and will focus on the four Wenham men of color who fought in the Revolution.
About Robert Corcoran: Robert Corcoran is the author of several books on Wenham’s history.
He is clerk and co-historian at First Church in Wenham (Congregational) and a former vice-chair of the Wenham Historic District Commission.
His West Wenham house was the workplace-residence of an enslaved man named Pompey, as well as the residence of three Revolutionary War veterans.
Afternoon Enrichment Series • Included with general museum admission • Ages: Adults • Registration not required
| COST | ↑ top |
$15.00
| WEBSITE | ↑ top |
www.wenhammuseum.org/event/wenham-soldiers-of-color-in-the-revolution/
| LOCATION | ↑ top |
Wenham Museum, 132 Main Street, Wenham, MA, 01984 map
Phone: 9784682377
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