Philadelphia Sues Over Removal of Slavery Exhibit at Independence Park
Following President Trump’s executive order, an exhibit on slavery at Philadelphia’s Independence National Historical Park was removed, sparking outrage from critics who accused the administration of “whitewashing history.” The exhibit, which detailed the lives of enslaved individuals at the President’s House site, was taken down despite a cooperative agreement between the city and the federal government requiring consultation before changes. Philadelphia has since filed a lawsuit against the Interior Department, arguing that the exhibit is crucial to the site’s story. The Interior Department claimed the exhibit’s removal was to ensure “accuracy” and align with national values.
John Q. Hosedrinker