# Event Details - **Event Name**: "To Be Sold" Exhibition Enslaved Labor and Slave Trading in the Antebellum - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 15 Dec, 2025 at 12:00 pm – Sat, 27 Dec, 2025 at 05:00 pm - **Event Description**: This poignant exhibition delves into the harrowing realities of the domestic slave trade in the American SouthAbout this EventThrough a compelling blend of historical documents and visual art, the exhibition sheds light on the human stories behind the commodification of enslaved individuals, offering a profound exploration of a painful chapter in South Carolina and American history.This exhibition is presented in collaboration with the Partners in Racial Justice and the Gullah Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor.Central to the exhibition are authentic 19th-century slave advertisements, meticulously researched by Seidler, a Charleston native who bravely confronts her family's legacy of three generations of enslavers. These historical artifacts are brought to life through the vivid paintings of John W. Jones, who reimagines the lives and identities of those enslaved. Jones's artwork, known for its historical accuracy and emotional depth, serves as a powerful counter-narrative to the sanitized depictions of slavery, emphasizing the resilience and humanity of the enslaved.The exhibit, "To Be Sold: Enslaved Labor and Slave Trading in the Antebellum South," allows visitors to have a transformative experience of the past in deeply moving and educational way while fostering a space for reflection and dialogue.** Please email: aarlcc-tours@broward.org to schedule group tours** - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fort-lauderdale/to-be-sold-exhibition-enslaved-labor-and-slave-trading-in-the-antebellum/100001632595981529 - **Event Categories**: exhibitions, business, art, fine-arts - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Fort Lauderdale - **state**: FL - **country**: United States - **location**: African-American Research Library and Cultural Center - **lat**: 26.1284278 - **long**: -80.17748019999999 - **full address**: African-American Research Library and Cultural Center, 2650 Sistrunk Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: "To Be Sold" Exhibition Enslaved Labor and Slave Trading in the Antebellum - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/78d243f93b3db457364afa9199e45b955591d7e79ed0c440505d50e9020b7579-rimg-w300-h225-dcf8d574-gmir.jpg?v=1757254751 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is "To Be Sold" Exhibition Enslaved Labor and Slave Trading in the Antebellum being held? - **A:** "To Be Sold" Exhibition Enslaved Labor and Slave Trading in the Antebellum takes place on Mon, 15 Dec, 2025 at 12:00 pm to Sat, 27 Dec, 2025 at 05:00 pm at African-American Research Library and Cultural Center, 2650 Sistrunk Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing "To Be Sold" Exhibition Enslaved Labor and Slave Trading in the Antebellum? - **A:** "To Be Sold" Exhibition Enslaved Labor and Slave Trading in the Antebellum is organized by South Florida Book Festival. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** "To Be Sold" Exhibition Enslaved Labor and Slave Trading in the Antebellum is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Fort Lauderdale, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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