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Civil War to Civil Rights 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.)

This 90-minute tour offered by the Oberlin Heritage Center highlights historic events that reveal both Oberlin's progress and setbacks in race relations. Learn how Oberlin was a leader in abolition, participating heavily in events such as the Oberlin-Wellington Rescue, the Raid on Harpers Ferry, and the American Civil War, but also struggled with its own issues of equality and racism during these early years and later through Reconstruction, Jim Crow, Civil Rights, and today.

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

Date: 11/9/2024
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: 20
Openings: 20