An in-depth look at the Peter Mott House, a monument of African American accomplishments

It is now set up as a museum to educate visitors about the history of the Underground Railroad.

ByTodd Haas WPVI logo
Friday, April 28, 2023
In-depth look at the Peter Mott House, a monument of accomplishments
In-depth look at the Peter Mott House, a monument of accomplishments

LAWNSIDE, New Jersey (WPVI) -- The Peter Mott house in Lawnside, New Jersey, has been standing since 1845. The house is a monument and a symbol of the accomplishments of African American people.

Reverend Peter Mott used his home as a safe place for people escaping slavery along the Underground Railroad. It was a place where they could be free and live their lives.

It is now set up as a museum to educate visitors about the history of the Underground Railroad and what took place in the area of Lawnside.

The museum welcomes both individual and group tours, more information can be found here: https://www.petermotthouse.org/

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