Old Slave Mart Museum
The Old Slave Mart Museum is located in Charleston, South Carolina, and is housed in a historic building that once served as a slave auction house. Established in 1859, it played a significant role in the transatlantic slave trade, where enslaved Africans were sold to plantation owners. The museum aims to educate visitors about the history and impact of slavery in the United States.
Today, the museum features exhibits that highlight the experiences of enslaved people and the economic factors that fueled the slave trade. It serves as a memorial to those who suffered and a resource for understanding the legacy of slavery in American society.