The Pan-African Congress, Slavery, and Thomas Clarkson Tour
The Pan-African Congress, Slavery, and Thomas Clarkson Tour
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Discover Manchester’s complex history with slavery and abolition on a Jonathan Schofield walking tour. Despite being a hub for anti-slavery movements, the city’s cotton industry relied on slave labor. This tour delves into these contradictions, exploring the Pan-African Congress, slavery, and abolitionist Thomas Clarkson.
Meeting Point: Former Chorlton-on-Medlock Town Hall, Cavendish Street, All Saints, Manchester Metropolitan University, M15 6BD.
Finish Point: The Edwardian Hotel, Peter Street. M2 5GP
Manchester was at the heart of the anti-slavery movements in the UK and the Empire, and yet its mainstay product, cotton, was largely slave-picked. Explore this epic history of contradictions on a Jonathan Schofield walking tour about the Pan-African Congress, slavery, and abolitionist Thomas Clarkson.
The tour will take place come rain or shine but please dress accordingly. Umbrellas will not be provided. While fully accessible this walking tour could include uneven surfaces. Comfortable footwear is advised.
- Learn about the Manchester’s complicated history with regards to slavery
- Visit a number of significant sites that speak to this history
- Hear stories about key figures including abolitionist Thomas Clarkson
- Learn about the landmark moment of the Pan-African Congress
- A walking tour of Manchester, led by a knowledgeable and experienced tour guide
- Food and drink
- Transportation to and from the walking tour
- Umbrellas
You may cancel or modify your booking up to 24 hours before the event start time for a full refund.