Emancipation Oak
This historic Southern live oak on the campus of Hampton University is a living witness to significant Civil War and Civil Rights events, including an early reading of the Emancipation Proclamation.

šŸ“œ Historic Southern live oak on Hampton University campus.
šŸ” A lasting symbol of freedom and equality.

Why Go

šŸŒ³ Witness to significant Civil War and Civil Rights events
šŸ“š Site of early education for formerly enslaved people
šŸ“£ Believed to be the first public reading of the Emancipation Proclamation in the South
ā­ Named one of the "10 Great Trees of the World" by National Geographic Society

Why Avoid

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Tips

šŸ›”ļø Protected by a wrought iron fence
šŸŒ² Cared for by professional arborists

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