Friends of Abolitionist Place

Friends of Abolitionist Place Contact information, map and directions, contact form, opening hours, services, ratings, photos, videos and announcements from Friends of Abolitionist Place, Nonprofit Organization, 227 Duffield St, New York, NY.

21 years of activism to save, protect and preserve 227 Abolitionist Place as a cultural heritage center
in honor of Thomas and Harriet Lee Truesdell, Brooklyn's abolitionist history & Mama Joy's legacy.

07/31/2026

Happy birthday Sarah Smith Garnet. This Brooklyn born educater and activist was New York City's first Black female public school principal and part of a Black Suffragist movement in Downtown Brooklyn. Learn more about her and other incredible people of color in Downtown Brooklyn at Mama Joy’s Abolitionist Walking Tour where you come curious and leave changed!






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07/29/2026

Sounds of Resistance and Joy is 3 days away! Come join the party, there's something for everyone, even the little ones.




Today we remember the Matriarch of our mission. Sunday we celebrate her life! Join us August 2nd at at 452 Flatbush Av...
07/28/2026

Today we remember the Matriarch of our mission. Sunday we celebrate her life! Join us August 2nd at at 452 Flatbush Ave from 2-7pm. All are welcome. Bring a blanket, your basket of goodies, and your dancing shoes! It's going to be a vibe!

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07/26/2026

Hey Social Media Fam,
💥FAB Place is on Ascending, Livestream hosted by April R Silver on the Marc Lamont Hill Network on Youtube. Watch it when you're able.

https://bit.ly/ascendingabolitionistplace

💥August 2nd will be our 4th Annual Sound of Resistance and Joy from 2-7 pm at Lefferts Historic House in Prospect Park sponsored by Prospect Park Alliance. We are celebrating the birthday of the Matriarch of our movement,  Mama Joy! Bring your blanket, your cooler, food and dancing shoes! It's an event for the entire family.
Sounds of Resistance and Joy— Celebrating the Legacy of Mama Joy Chatel

♦️Date: Sun, Aug 2, 2026
♦️2 -7 pm
♦️Location: Lefferts Historic House, 452 Flatbush Ave


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07/25/2026

https://bit.ly/ascendingabolitionistplace

Friends of Abolitionist Place is pleased to be featured this Saturday morning at 11 am Easter S Time on Ascending, the Live Stream on the Marc Lamont Hill Network on Youtube, hosted by April R. Silver. Come watch us Live or Watch Later. Be sure to click the link in the comment section. And while you're watching,
Like the video, leave a comment, spread the word, and help us expand the indie movement that Marc and April proudly represent. and remember, make sure you're watching live or later!



06/09/2026

welcomes guest organization Dads for All for a special Father's Day edition of Mama Joy's Walking led by our wonderful guides, Raul and Shawne. During our walk, we’ll have the pleasure of hearing from Justin Cohen, founder of Dads for All, as he shares their inspiring latest updates.
We’d love for you to join us on June 13 @ 1 pm! Tap here to register.

▶️Events — The Abolitionist Heritage Center https://share.google/WSqC7bFQoaa37owmZ

Or email [email protected] if you'd like to represent your own organization on a future tour.
We can’t wait to see you there!




04/30/2026

Friends of Abolitionist Place want to thank Brooklyn Org for giving us the opportunity to share and connect with the community for We had a great day at


It's always whenever cohorts link up!
04/16/2026

It's always whenever cohorts link up!

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227 Duffield St
New York, NY
11201

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