Sojourner Truth, a former slave who lived in Florence, MA in the mid-1800′s, was a nationally known advocate for equality and justice.A group of citizens from many walks of life have come together to create a memorial statue and site honoring her life and work.This website describes the origin of the project, the memorial statue and site, the committee’s mission and current activities, Sojourner Truth bibliography, and archives.
10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE SOJOURNER TRUTH STATUE. 3 original members of the committee are compiling a book on the idea behind the development of the the statue, the process of garnering local support, funding and city site, and the dedication celebration. Check back for more details on a September 2012 Celebration!
Each year the committee presents “social justice” awards to high school students.
Find out about the creation of the Sojourner Truth memorial statue in Florence.
Interested in joining the committee and helping with our continuing projects?
News of forthcoming Events, Talks, Walking Tours and more.
