On July 30th, Canada will be celebrating Emancipation Day at the Uncle Tom’s Cabin Historic Site in Dresden, Ontario. This day is not only special for it’s annual celebration but on this day, a new name will be unveiled that reflects the true history of...
The 2022 Family Reunion is scheduled from THURSDAY, August 11th to SUNDAY, August 14th! In addition to food and fellowship, we’ll have games. Don’t miss out on the fun! Reunion location details will be in the annual newsletter. We have sent out the emails...
The Josiah Henson renaming ceremony took place today, March 4 at 9:00 am. The sign is UP! “We are proud to commemorate the Rev. Josiah Henson’s contributions to end slavery with this new street name,” said Montgomery Planning Director Gwen Wright. “We hope that...
The Montgomery County Planning Board, part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission approved a resolution to rename Montrose Parkway, located in North Bethesda, in honor of the Rev. Josiah Henson. Montrose Parkway runs behind the museum, but this...
Our cousin Mia was interviewed by NBC regarding the opening of the Josiah Henson Museum and Park. Mia posted on her Facebook page, “The Grounds and Landscaping look terrific! The displays are Dynamic and Awesome! Our Family Bench is just waiting for family...
Below are some updates and information from the last couple Josiah Henson Museum Advisory Committee meetings. Both the visitor center construction and historic house building renovations have been completed Installation has been completed for both interior &...
