Academic Programs –> Frederick Douglass National Historic Site –> Ms. McMillan's Class, Aiton Elementary School
| Frederick Douglass National Historic Site |
| This program focuses on Douglass's pivotal role in 19th century US history, from his birth as a slave to his ultimate escape from slavery and emergence as a leader of the abolitionist cause and as a nationally and internationally recognized statesman. Students first examine slavery and the Civil War before focusing on Douglass's own writing and oratory as a means of understanding the man and his message. Students memorize one of Douglass's speeches, and some participate in the annual oratorical contest. |
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| Students discuss Frederick Douglass's house with a park ranger. (above) Ms. McMillan's class poses on Frederick Douglass's front porch. (top right) Students recite one of Frederick Douglass's speeches from his front porch. (right) Students pose in front of the "Growlery," where Frederick Douglass did his writing. (bottom right) Students reflect in the park next to the house. (below) |
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