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Card 549 of 9832026-09-12 issue

Observed arrival · 2026-09-12

New London’s Black Heritage, Mapped for Walking

newlondonblackheritagetrail.com Observed source
Editorial interest 86/100 Selection signal · not a rating of the site

A public history trail documenting more than 300 years of Black life in New London, Connecticut, through stories, photographs, markers, and walking and driving routes.

Landing page captured for the 2026-09-12 issue.

Field notes

The site supports both physical and remote exploration: route pages provide directions and expected walking times, while story pages can be searched by name, place, address, or theme. The page distinguishes 19 installed markers from 21 confirmed locations and 22 online stories, and notes four upcoming trail sites. Educator materials include lessons, standards, activities, and a crossword, extending the project beyond visitor navigation.

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NicheUnusually specific use
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