Opening Up
As time has gone on, and all this new evidence has been collected, the narration on tours has changed to provide a more comprehensive account of the history of the plantation. Details including the harsh work slaves had to perform are now included.
Opening Up
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‘No Such Thing as a Good Slave Owner’
With the history of the Hemings’ coming to the forefront of historical discussions, it is raising the debate about Jefferson and his principles. How could a man who wrote “all men are created equal” participate in a system that is by definition unequal. Many tourists question Jefferson’s ethics and are interested in the harsh work slaves did on the fields under his ownership.
‘No Such Thing As A Good Slave Owner’
