The Slocum and Hannah Howland House is located at 1781 Sherwood Road in the hamlet of

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. It was one of the most active

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stations in New York.

History

Slocum Howland (1791-1881) was a Quaker, a notable abolitionist, a businessman, and owner of the Howland Cobblestone Store, also in Sherwood, New York. an
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/ref> Slocum was married to Hannah Tallcott (1796-1867) and had three children together: William Howland, a member of the 106th New York State Legislature;

Emily Howland Emily Howland (November 20, 1827 – June 29, 1929) was a philanthropist and educator. Especially known for her activities and interest in the education of African-Americans, she was also a strong supporter of women's rights and the temperan ...

, a

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known for her work as a

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and educator; and Benjamin. As a station on the underground railroad, Howland helped at least four African American families settle in the area and help many more escape to

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. He worked closely with

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and the

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and established schools for African Americans. The house was added to the

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in 2006. In 2016, the home collapsed due to neglect.

References

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History

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