Fredericksburg - Slave Auction Block

Visitors interested in the plight of the slave in the 17th and 18th Century will be fascinated by the history surrounding the Fredericksburg Slave Auction Block. The block is actually quite small measuring only 3 feet high and made from sandstone. Many historical sources claim it was on the top of this block where slaves stood when being auctioned off. The block is located at the corner of William and Charles streets.