Historic markers unveiled on Juneteenth in Canton at the newly discovered site of Frederick Douglass’ escape from slavery

Historic markers unveiled on Juneteenth in Canton at the newly discovered site of Frederick Douglass’ escape from slavery

On Saturday, June 19, 2021, the Canton Community Association, in partnership with the Baltimore National Heritage Area and the Friends of President Street Station, unveiled a set of historic panels commemorating Frederick Douglass’ escape from enslavement in 1838. Nearly 100 neighbors gathered outside at 2809 Boston Street in Canton, the site of the former depot where Frederick Bailey – later known as Frederick Douglass – boarded a train to freedom in the north.

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CCA Public Meeting Minutes 05 18 2021

The meeting started at 6:30PM – It was livestreamed on Facebook. Amanda opened the meeting welcoming people who joined. She said there will be news and presentations about the neighborhood and the City. The Canton Community Association (CCA) is an all-volunteer group. The Board meets monthly. If anyone wants to join, please go online or email us at info@cantoncommunity.org.

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Education Update June 2021

Education Update June 2021

As more and more families make Canton their home, education remains a vital part of our community. Parents can now look to the CCA to provide a quarterly update from schools in and surrounding our neighborhood. This month we have info from Archbishop Borders, Clay Hill Public Charter School, Commodore John Rodgers, Hampstead Hill Academy, Patterson Park Public Charter School, The New Century School, and St. Casimir Catholic School.

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