A historic Underground Railroad stop in New York is facing a new challenge: real-estate development. The 19th-century home, which once provided refuge to enslaved individuals fleeing to freedom, is now in the crosshairs of a proposed construction project. The site, located in the heart of the city, has been recognized as a significant landmark in the fight against slavery and a testament to the bravery of those who risked their lives to aid in the escape of enslaved people. As developers eye the property for potential redevelopment, preservationists are sounding the alarm, warning that the destruction of the site would erase a vital piece of American history.
Underground Railroad stop in New York threatened by real-estate development The Art Newspaper
