Two national historical parks are teaming up to present a week of special events commemorating the Underground Railroad.
Women’s Rights National Historical Park and Harriet Tubman National Historical Park will host the programs starting Wednesday. This month is also International Underground Railroad Month.
The Underground Railroad is one of the most remarkable stories of collective resistance in American history, where ordinary people came together, often at great personal risk, to assist formerly enslaved people on their journey to freedom. The week-long commemoration highlights the significance of the Underground Railroad and the roles that prominent women’s rights activists and abolitionists played in supporting it.
Both parks will feature special events, pop-up ranger programs, family friendly crafts, and educational displays throughout the week during regular park hours.
The schedule for additional featured speakers and community partnerships for the week includes:
- Wednesday, at the Cayuga Museum (203 Genesee St, Auburn, New York): “The Underground Railroad as Afrofuturism: Exploring New Galaxies in the Outer Spaces of Slavery” with author dann j. Broyld. Please note: this is an evening program with ASL interpretation thanks to a grant from the National Park Foundation. Dr. Broyld will appear virtually.
- Thursday, at Women’s Rights NHP: “The Life and Legacy of Harriet Tubman in Her Birth State of Maryland” with Joanna Trojanowski of the Maryland Park Service and Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad NHP (joining virtually)
- Friday, at Harriet Tubman NHP: “Forged in Freedom: The Sewards and the Underground Railroad” with Kate Grindstaff of the Seward House Museum
- Friday to Sept. 21 at Women’s Rights NHP: “Conscience Over Commerce: M’Clintock Family and the Free Produce Movement” with Ranger Josh Pelham.
- At Women’s Rights NHP in Seneca Falls, New York, visitors can also tour the historic M’Clintock House, which is only open for special events, and learn about the family’s abolitionist activities through their general store. Visitors can also attend regularly scheduled and pop-up ranger programs (various scheduled times); and make-and-take their own constellations, inspired by the same stars that offered direction and hope to freedom seekers along the Underground Railroad.
Harriet Tubman NHP in Auburn, New York, will offer ASL interpreted ranger talks on Friday; a special exhibit on archeological finds from the Parsonage rehabilitation project; make-and-take activities; and additional information about Network to Freedom sites throughout Cayuga County.
Women’s Rights National Historical Park is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday through Sunday.
Harriet Tubman National Historical Park is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
Visit the park events page for more information.
Story Categories:
A copy of National Parks Traveler's financial statements may be obtained by sending a stamped, self-addressed envelope to: National Parks Traveler, P.O. Box 980452, Park City, Utah 84098. National Parks Traveler was formed in the state of Utah for the purpose of informing and educating about national parks and protected areas.
Residents of the following states may obtain a copy of our financial and additional information as stated below:
- Florida: A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION FOR NATIONAL PARKS TRAVELER, (REGISTRATION NO. CH 51659), MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING 800-435-7352 OR VISITING THEIR WEBSITE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.
- Georgia: A full and fair description of the programs and financial statement summary of National Parks Traveler is available upon request at the office and phone number indicated above.
- Maryland: Documents and information submitted under the Maryland Solicitations Act are also available, for the cost of postage and copies, from the Secretary of State, State House, Annapolis, MD 21401 (410-974-5534).
- North Carolina: Financial information about this organization and a copy of its license are available from the State Solicitation Licensing Branch at 888-830-4989 or 919-807-2214. The license is not an endorsement by the State.
- Pennsylvania: The official registration and financial information of National Parks Traveler may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling 800-732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.
- Virginia: Financial statements are available from the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, 102 Governor Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219.
- Washington: National Parks Traveler is registered with Washington State’s Charities Program as required by law and additional information is available by calling 800-332-4483 or visiting www.sos.wa.gov/charities, or on file at Charities Division, Office of the Secretary of State, State of Washington, Olympia, WA 98504.
National parks and their natural resources belong to you. The National Parks Traveler works to ensure you know how these essential places are being cared for.
Sign Up For Our Weekly Newsletter
Unsubscribe at any time.
INN Member
The easiest way to explore RV-friendly National Park campgrounds.
Here’s the definitive guide to National Park System campgrounds where RVers can park their rigs.
Our app is packed with RVing- specific details on more than 250 campgrounds in more than 70 national parks.
You’ll also find stories about RVing in the parks, tips helpful if you’ve just recently become an RVer, and useful planning suggestions.
