Dred Scott Commemoration 2007
A Legacy of Courage - 150 Years
Dred and Harriet Scott bravely petitioned for their freedom at St Louis' Old Courthouse in 1846. They had no idea that thier case would drag on for eleven years, through four court jurisdictions, and eventually reach the U.S. Supreme Court. Although they eventually lost their case because of an infamous Supreme Court decision, transfer of their ownership to the Blow family of St. Louis led to their freedom from slavery in 1857.
The year 2007 marks the 150th anniversary of the Supreme Court Decision and their freedom, and Jefferson National Expansion Memorial will mark the occasion with special events at the Old Courthouse.
2007 Calendar of Commemorative Activities at Jefferson National Expansion Memorial
Now BACK IN PRINT at our locations is Walter Ehrlich's They Have No Rights: Dred Scott's Struggle for Freedom. This is one of the most comprehensive titles on this influential case. We encourage you to explore this book as well as our other Dred Scott Commemorative Products.
Freedom Event - May 26 celebrate the 150th anniversary of Dred and his wife Harriet being given their freedom by the Blow family at the Old Courthouse in St Louis. Activities include a performance by the Carr-Lane students.
Commemorative Weekend at the Old Courthouse - March, 3, 4 and 6, 2007
Legacy of Courage Exhibit opening March 3, 2007
National Park Service - Dred Scott Sesquicentennial Information
