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Slavery Exhibits Removed Amid Controversy and Lawsuit

1/23/2026

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On January 22, 2026, workers dismantled slavery exhibits at the President’s House after a review ordered by U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle L. Parker filed a lawsuit alleging the action violated a 2006 cooperative agreement.
Critics condemned the removal as erasing history.
Michael Coard described the act as an abomination.
The displays, including "Life Under Slavery," were taken down amid public outcry ahead of the U.S. 250th anniversary.

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On January 22, 2026, workers dismantled slavery exhibits at the President’s House after a review ordered by U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle L. Parker filed a lawsuit alleging the action violated a 2006 cooperative agreement.
Critics condemned the removal as erasing history.
Michael Coard described the act as an abomination.
The displays, including "Life Under Slavery," were taken down amid public outcry ahead of the U.S. 250th anniversary.