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Freedom's Friends: Abolition & the Underground Railroad History Walk
This tour is being offered as part of the Oberlin College Parents and Family Weekend activities, but is open to the public!

MEET ON THE FRONT STEPS OF FIRST CHURCH (106 N. MAIN ST.)

Prior to the Civil War, as many as 3,000 African Americans passed through or lived in Oberlin after escaping from slavery. The town was said to be second only to Canada as an asylum for freedom seekers. Guests on this guided history walk offered by the Oberlin Heritage Center will hear about the historic decisions that shaped Oberlin’s growth as a station on the Underground Railroad and stories of the individuals and events that marked Oberlin as one of the most active abolitionist communities in Ohio.

Advance registration required. Questions? Call 440-774-1700.

Date: 11/10/2024
Time: 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Category: History Walk
Adult Price: $10.00
Member Price: $0.00
College Student Price: $5.00
College Student Member Price: $0.00
Child Price: $0.00
Child Member Price: $0.00
Note About Pricing: OHC is part of the Museums for All and the Blue Star Museums programs. Admission is $0 for eligible participants (M4A: SNAP, EBT, or WIC card; Blue Star: active service member or veteran and their families).

Online registration for Museums for All and Blue Star Museums admissions is not available at this time. If you would like to make an advance registration, please call 440-774-1700 or email tourinfo@oberlinheritage.org.

Capacity: 40
Openings: 38