Historic House's Underground Railroad Passage Threatened by Development
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A historic townhouse in New York Citys NoHo neighborhood, the Merchants House Museum, faces demolition threats due to a proposed commercial building. The museum, with ties to American history from slavery to civil rights, has been confirmed as part of the Underground Railroad, revealing a hidden passageway. Supporters, including Reverend Al Sharpton and a city councilmember, urge the Landmarks Preservation Commission to reject the plan, fearing construction could damage the fragile structure and potentially uncover buried artifacts or graves. The commission will discuss the matter Tuesday, with museum staff warning of a potential shutdown.
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