The story behind the Freedom Schooner Amistad

"This exhibit tells the true story of a group of Africans who were captured in their homeland—and fought against enslavement. They revolted, seized their ship, and eventually won their freedom. The Freedom Schooner Amistad commemorates their struggle."

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These are the educational display panels that travel with the vessel. Find out background information leading up to the Amistad Incident of 1839, more of the fascinating history surrounding this infamous story and Amistad’s relevance then, now and leading into the future.

A more detailed history of the Amistad Incident is also available.