Burritt on the Mountain to host “Underground Railroad: Journey to Freedom” this Saturday
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 By  John Few Published 
8:42 am Wednesday, February 15, 2023

Burritt on the Mountain to host “Underground Railroad: Journey to Freedom” this Saturday

Burritt on the Mountain is hosting a special informative program this Saturday. The historical park will present “Underground Railroad: Journey to Freedom” to commemorate the Underground Railroad and celebrate the resistance against slavery.

Learn the history of the Underground Railroad, immerse yourself in the stories of some of the secret journeys, and hear how the stories themselves were passed on. Experience an interactive trip through the historic park when you put yourself in the shoes of one of the brave individuals who resisted slavery. Learn about the history of African American education and how communities persevered to learn and grow, while you explore the park’s Rosenwald School. Kids can enjoy crafts inspired by the incredible journeys and folk arts of Black Alabamians.

Burritt on the Mountain is located at 3101 Burritt Drive in Huntsville. For more information, go to burrittonthemountain.com.

Underground Railroad:  Journey to Freedom
Saturday, February 18th
10:30 am – 3:30 pm

10:00 – Underground Railroad History and Stories

11:00 – Interactive Underground Railroad Tour

12:30 – Black Education and the Rosenwald Schools

1:30 – Underground Railroad History and Stories

2:30 – Interactive Underground Railroad Tour

Crafts ongoing throughout the day.

Activities are included in general admission.

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