Christened Martha Jane on the day of her birth in 1819/1820 on the Carter Plantation in Virginia. Little is known of her life until she left Richmond, Virginia in 1839, bound for Florida with a shipload of slaves. She was a servant for the wealthy, nursed the sick, and was sold over and over, finally gaining her freedom.
Topics: History, Osceola County History, Martha Jane Jones, Black History Month
The Osceola County Historical Society is focused on preserving Osceola County’s rich, cultural history while sharing it with others. This blog is perfect for just that.
Remember, here you can find information on:
Osceola County Historical Society
4155 W. Vine Street · Kissimmee, FL 34746
Pioneer Village
2491 Babb Rd. · Kissimmee Fl 34746
Osceola County Welcome Center and History Museum
4155 W. Vine Street · Kissimmee, FL 34746
Research Center
750 N Bass Rd · Kissimmee, FL 34746
