Hampton Uncovered: A Story of Wealth, Labor, and Resistance

Hampton Uncovered: A Story of Wealth, Labor, and Resistance

Hampton National Historic Site may look like a grand estate frozen in time, but its history tells a far more complicated story—one of power, labor, and resistance. Built on the backs of enslaved workers, this once-mighty mansion now stands as a reminder of an America that profited from oppression. But with preservation funding under attack, how much longer will sites like this survive? Step inside Hampton’s layered history, see what’s being forgotten, and grab a shot list to document your own visit.

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A Doll-Sized Trip Through NYC’s Tenement Museum

A Doll-Sized Trip Through NYC’s Tenement Museum

The Tenement Museum, a National Historic Site, is a doorway to the past. From the lively gatherings at Schneider’s Saloon in the 1870s to the resilience of immigrant families during the Great Depression, the Tenement Museum brings history to life. With doll photography capturing the details of this iconic site, we explore the stories of those who built their lives on the Lower East Side.

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