A historic burial ground in Elmhurst, Queens, serving as the final resting place for free Black residents before emancipation, is now at risk of foreclosure. The site, which holds deep cultural and historical significance, could be lost unless legal action is taken. New York Attorney General Letitia James has stepped in to intervene, aiming to protect the land and its heritage. The move comes as advocates push to preserve the site’s legacy amid mounting financial pressures.
Elmhurst, Queens, burial ground for free Black residents faces foreclosure; AG Letitia James moves to intervene ABC7 New York
