New Bedford in Bristol County, Massachusetts — The American Northeast (New England)
Nathan and Mary (Polly) Johnson House
21 Seventh Street
| | Has been designated a National Historic Landmark | |
Photographed by Tom Bosse, May 28, 2016
1. Nathan and Mary (Polly) Johnson House Marker
This building possesses national significance in commemorating the history of the United States of America.
Nathan and Polly Johnson, prominent African American abolitionists, sheltered escaped slaves in this underground railroad "station." It was here in September 1838 that Frederick (Bailey) Douglass found freedom, a new name, and with his wife Anna, his first home.
Erected 2000 by National Park Service - United States Department of the Interior.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Abolition & Underground RR • African Americans. In addition, it is included in the National Historic Landmarks series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1838.
Location. 41° 37.982′ N, 70° 55.709′ W. Marker is in New Bedford, Massachusetts, in Bristol County. It is on Seventh Street, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 21 Seventh Street, New Bedford MA 02740, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the South Coast. It is also in the American Northeast and in New England. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Captain Paul Cuffe's Atlantic World (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Rescue of Six Fenians (about 600 feet away); Admiral Forrest P. Sherman U.S.N. (about 700 feet away); Trading Places
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Also see . . . Nathan and Mary (Polly) Johnson properties. Wikipedia entry:
Links to National Register of Historic Places Nomination Form (Submitted on May 1, 2024, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
Photographed by Tom Bosse, May 28, 2016
2. Nathan and Mary (Polly) Johnson House Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on May 1, 2024. It was originally submitted on August 21, 2016, by Tom Bosse of Jefferson City, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 784 times since then and 20 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 21, 2016, by Tom Bosse of Jefferson City, Tennessee. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
