On September 6, 1848, the National Black Convention was held in Cleveland, Ohio. This gathering was an important event in the history of the abolitionist and civil rights movements in the United States. The convention brought together prominent African American leaders, activists, and abolitionists to discuss the rights and conditions of African Americans, particularly regarding slavery, civil rights, and education.

One of the key outcomes of the convention was the formal declaration of rights for African Americans, which emphasized the need for political, civil, and social equality. The attendees also advocated for increased education, the right to vote, and the abolition of slavery. The convention marked a significant step in the fight for civil rights and social justice for African Americans.

Key figures who attended included Frederick Douglass, who was a prominent abolitionist and former enslaved person, and other notable activists like James McCune Smith, a physician and abolitionist.