Cazenovia in Madison County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

The Cazenovia Fugitive Slave Law Convention

Photographed By Kevin W., May 15, 2024

1. The Cazenovia Fugitive Slave Law Convention Marker

Inscription. The Cazenovia Fugitive Slave Law Convention was held in Grace Wilson's orchard (this site) on August 21-22, 1850. It was attended by such notables as Frederick Douglass, Gerrit Smith, and Theodosia Gilbert.

Erected by Barry and Diana Goodsight.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Abolition & Underground RR • African Americans. A significant historical date for this entry is August 21, 1850.

Location. 42° 55.889′ N, 75° 51.32′ W. Marker is in Cazenovia, New York, in Madison County. Marker is on Sullivan Street just north of Seminary Road, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 9 Sullivan Street, Cazenovia NY 13035, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Cazenovia Fugitive Slave Law Convention of 1850 (here, next to this marker); First Madison County Court House (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); First County Seat (about 500 feet away); Cazenovia War Memorial (about 600 feet away); Cazenovia Revolutionary War Memorial (about 700 feet away); Parade Grounds (about 700 feet away); C&C Railroad (approx. 0.3 miles away); Cazenovia (approx. 0.9 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Cazenovia.

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and marker were placed several years before the nearby marker. Regrettably, the actual date is unknown at the time of publishing this marker page.

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Photographed By Kevin W., May 15, 2024

2. The Cazenovia Fugitive Slave Law Convention of 1850 Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on May 17, 2024. It was originally submitted on May 17, 2024, by Kevin W. of Stafford, Virginia. This page has been viewed 35 times since then. Photos: 1. submitted on May 17, 2024, by Kevin W. of Stafford, Virginia. 2. submitted on May 16, 2024, by Kevin W. of Stafford, Virginia.