FROM BONDAGE TO LEGACY
Interactive Paths to Reclaiming Our Heritage
in the Age of Erasure
JUNE 6-7, 2025
Why We Gather
We come together to honor the members of our community who uplift our ancestors — through genealogical research, storytelling, and simply speaking their names. On our opening day, we celebrate these tradition bearers who ensure our lineage is remembered and revered.
On the second day, we host our 9th Annual Genealogy and Community Learning Conference, inviting experienced genealogists, historians, researchers, and cultural scholars to lead immersive, hands-on workshops. This year’s theme centers on empowering attendees to connect with their enslaved ancestors, offering practical tools, shared knowledge, and a space to uncover the stories that history tried to erase.
Together, we reclaim our past to strengthen our future — honoring those who came before us, and guiding those who will follow.
Event Highlights
WORKSHOPS
Hands-on sessions to help you trace your roots and reconnect with enslaved ancestors.
SPEAKERS
Experts and storytellers share tools and truths to keep our ancestors’ names alive.
HEALING SPACES
Gather for spiritual, emotional, and ancestral reflection.
ABOUT US
Sons & Daughters of the United States Middle Passage
Sons & Daughters of the United States Middle Passage (SDUSMP) is a lineage society for descendants of individuals enslaved in English colonial America and the United States of America from 1619-1865. It is dedicated to preserving the memory of our freed and enslaved ancestors. The organization was started in 2011 and incorporated in Washington, D.C. SDUSMP is a non-profit, charitable 501(c)3 organization.
QUESTIONS?
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Whether you’re new to genealogy, need help registering, or just want to learn more, feel free to reach out