Prior to the Civil War, as many has 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 decision 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.
Cost: $10/adult; $5/college student; free for children under 18. Advance registration is required, and space is limited to 50 participants. Tour is weather dependent and may be cancelled by the Oberlin Heritage Center. Registrants may request a refund or transfer to another history walk offering if the tour is canceled. Call 440-774-1700 or visit www.oberlinheritagecenter.org to register.
Open to all members of the public
