WebHarriet Forten Purvis (1810 – June 11, 1875) was an African-American abolitionist and first generation suffragist. With her mother and sisters, she formed the first biracial women's abolitionist group, the Philadelphia … WebByberry Library Company was founded in 1794 and incorporated in 1799. Located in the Byberry section of Philadelphia, Pa., the Library was generally under Quaker management. The collection includes the minutes of the director's meetings; constitution and by-laws, financial and property records, and miscellaneous papers.

Byberry (Philadelphia State Hospital)

WebSep 30, 2011 · Byberry Hall, photo by Jack McCarthy Efforts are underway to save the home of noted nineteenth-century abolitionist Robert Purvis, located on Mount Vernon … WebThe Purvis house in Byberry, called Harmony Hall, was one of the principal stations on the Underground Railroad, with a specially constructed secret room reached by a trap door. The Purvises assisted about 9,000 … camping in abandoned buildings

Collection: Byberry Hall Association Records Archives

WebJul 24, 2014 · A state historical marker was unveiled on Saturday morning to honor Byberry Hall, situated on the grounds of Byberry Friends Meeting at Byberry and Thornton roads, which was built in 1846–1847 by noted … WebApr 9, 2015 · Meeting place built in 1846-47 adjacent to Byberry Friends Meeting by renowned African American abolitionist Robert Purvis and others to facilitate public discussion of slavery and other social issues. Many famous abolitionists such as James and Lucretia Mott and William Lloyd Garrison spoke here. WebJul 1, 2002 · Across the road from Byberry Meeting in the 19th century, on the northeast edge of Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, stood Harmony Hall, the estate of Robert … camping in a boot