Old Slave Mart Museum

Sandra

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September 01, 2024

This museum offers a profound and sobering exploration of America's history of slavery. On my way out, I’ve picked up an excellent book(Complicity: How the North Promoted, Prolonged, and Profited from Slavery) that reveals extensive involvement of northern states in this grim history. The banks, insurance agencies, and cotton mills in the North were complicit in the exploitation of enslaved individuals. While the experience at The Old Slave Mart Museum can be heavy and challenging, it is crucial for fostering a more comprehensive understanding of American history. The exhibits significantly deepened my understanding of ongoing impact of slavery on contemporary society and how institutions beyond the southern plantations were integral to the mechanics of slavery.

Cheryl Aversano

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July 28, 2024

History is very rarely just the roses, it’s the thorny stems also, and here is a testament to the thorny part of US history…slavery. Yes people were actually sold in this building. Their lives stolen from them, their families stolen from them…as you walk and read and see the inhuman treatment of fellow humans, depicted in this building,may it help you understand what truly happened and how to never repeat such atrocities again.

erika irvin

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July 10, 2024

If you think you know what slaves went through, you're probably wrong. But this place will open your eyes to what you didn't know. I recommend doing both museums ( slave mart and dungeon ). You won't regret it, if you like history.

DJ Pistol (Pete)

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September 01, 2024

A very historical place to learn about the slave trade and progression through time. Priced reasonable for how small the museum is. Would recommend if in the area and want to learn more about how slavery shaped the area and our country.

Han Ding

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July 27, 2024

glad I came! so important to learn the history while visiting the city as a student.learnt so much about Charleston and abolishment.