Annapolis Maritime Museum Winter Lecture Series
Ben Ross’ Homeplace, Harriet Tubman Birthplace Archeology
Join archaeologist Dr. Julie Schablitsky as she presents the discovery of Harriet Tubman’s father’s home and a neighboring enslaved quarter in Maryland’s Eastern Shore wetlands. Drawing on artifacts and historical documents, she reconstructs the lives of Ben Ross, his family,
and their community, showing how they endured and resisted the brutal realities of slavery.
Presenter: Julie B. Schablitsky, PhD, Chief Archaeologist and Director,
Office of Cultural Resources, Maryland Department of Transportation
How to Join Us!
• Lectures are held in person at AMM’s Museum, with live and virtual options.
• Pre-registration is required for members and non-members—spaces are first come, first served.
• Lectures are $10 or FREE for First Mate members and above.
To become a member, visit amaritime.org/membership
• For more information, visit amaritime.org/events/wls. Registration opens December 18.