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Join the Fairfield County Heritage Association for the unveiling of the Scipio Smith Statue in Downtown Lancaster on Scipio Smith Day!
The celebration will take place in the Park National Bank parking lot located between the Ohio Glass Museum and the Fairfield County Municipal Court building (The Columbian). After the celebration and speeches, the statue will be unveiled
Don’t miss this historic event!
[There will be limited seating for those unable to stand; the parking lot will be closed for the celebration]
Who was Scipio Smith?
Scipio was a former slave who was brought to Lancaster and received his freedom on May 29, 1821. In 1825, he founded the A.M.E. Church (present-day Allen Chapel) and placed a school inside so that black residents could have a place to worship and receive an education. In 1827, he opened his own tinsmith shop which made him the first black businessman in the city. Scipio overcame slavery, racism and disability (he lost a leg as a child) to beat the odds and open doors for many who came after him. His story is inspiring, powerful and something worth celebrating!
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