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Uncovering the hidden history of 'Black Dolls' at the New York historical society

NPR
Published May 4, 2022 at 1:25 PM EDT
Dolls made by Harriet Jacobs in the 1850s to 1860s. (Glen Castellano)
Dolls made by Harriet Jacobs in the 1850s to 1860s. (Glen Castellano)

Host Jane Clayson speaks with Dominque Jean-Louis, co-curator of the exhibit “Black Dolls” at the New York Historical Society in New York City.

This article was originally published on WBUR.org.

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