St. Mary's City in St. Mary's County, Maryland — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
St. Mary's College of Maryland Land Acknowledgement and Pledge
Photographed By Adam Margolis, December 18, 2021
1. St. Mary's College of Maryland Land Acknowledgement and Pledge Marker
We acknowledge that the land on which we are learning, working and gathering today is home of the Yacocomico and Piscataway People. We also acknowledge that St Mary's City was partially built and sustained by enslaved people of African decent. Through this acknowledgement, we recognize these communities and all those who have been displaced been displaced and enslaved through colonization.
Given the unique importance of the land on which we sit and given the unique educational mission of St. Mary's College of Maryland as The National Public Honors College, we pledge to continue to unearth and understand these historical realities so that they inform all of our work. We also pledge to work tirelessly in making our institution more accessible, inclusive and equitable, especially for those populations most affected by societal inequities. We do this with the understanding that by supporting and learning from all of our diverse communities, we build a more sustainable future for all.
Erected by St. Mary's College of Maryland.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Colonial Era • Education • Native Americans • Settlements & Settlers.
Location. 38°
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Saint Mary's Female Seminary (a few steps from this marker); After the Disastrous Fire (a few steps from this marker); The Gift of the Society of the Ark and the Dove (a few steps from this marker); Sharing Land and Legacy (within shouting distance of this marker); The St. Mary’s Chapel (within shouting distance of this marker); “…a convenient place for the administration of Justice.” (within shouting distance of this marker); Trinity Church, St. Mary’s Parish (within shouting distance of this marker); Leonard Calvert (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers in St. Mary's City.
Photographed By Adam Margolis, December 18, 2021
2. St. Mary's College of Maryland Land Acknowledgement and Pledge Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on December 19, 2021. It was originally submitted on December 18, 2021, by Adam Margolis of Mission Viejo, California. This page has been viewed 244 times since then and 44 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 18, 2021, by Adam Margolis of Mission Viejo, California. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
