While most Americans may recognize Wedgwood jasperware by sight, few know that its creator Josiah Wedgwood ardently opposed slavery. Wedgwood,… Read More

While most Americans may recognize Wedgwood jasperware by sight, few know that its creator Josiah Wedgwood ardently opposed slavery. Wedgwood,… Read More
By Suzanne Clary When we invited Joseph McGill, Jr., founder of the Slave Dwelling Project, to speak at the Jay… Read More
The Jay Heritage Center (JHC) is pleased to announce the generous gift of an original manumission document for its African-American… Read More
The Jay Heritage Center (JHC) drew a standing room only crowd of over 100 people on October 21, 2012. They… Read More
This landmark exhibit will examine the prevalence of slavery in New York and the role of John Jay and his… Read More