Airbnb has apologized and removed the listings, but the incident has renewed preservationists’ concerns about the state of the country’s former slave dwellings.
The Airbnb listing was simple: a charming Mississippi cottage with old-fashioned decor and access to Wi-Fi and streaming platforms. Listings in Louisiana and Georgia had similar descriptions, portraying them as charming, rustic homes perfect for a cozy weekend getaway.
The now-removed listings had one major thing in common, though: They were once home to those enslaved.
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