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The Mason Dixon Line: An Enduring Boundary in American History

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Saturday, May 17, 2025
1:00 – 2:00 pm
White Clay Creek State Park, Chambers House Nature Center
New Castle County
Program: The Mason Dixon Line: An Enduring Boundary in American History

The park can provide parking vouchers for those who have pre-registered. Give your name at the nature center.

This program delves into the complex history of the Mason-Dixon Line, an indelible boundary etched into the American landscape and collective memory. We begin by considering its original purpose: a survey conducted to resolve a bitter territorial feud over royal land grants. From there, we consider how the meaning of the line evolved during pivotal moments in the nation’s history and its representation in popular culture was established as a dividing line for regional attitudes and customs.

This event is sponsored by Delaware Humanities. If you have any questions please contact the hosting location.

White Clay Creek State Park, Chambers House Nature Center
1475 Creek Road
Newark DE 19711
302-368-6560

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