This database includes over 2,000 African American-related entries from the 18th century in Western Massachusetts. Emphasis is on Deerfield, Massachusetts where, by the mid-18th century, 38% of households included the enslaved. The earliest record dates to 1695. More..
Please be aware that information on this site may change or be updated as research is ongoing and the database is still under construction. We encourage you to email the Museum if you would like to share information or sources relating to African Americans "in the record" in early Deerfield and the surrounding area: Email us.