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A Fugitive's Path—Escape on the Underground Railroad

"A Fugitive's Path-Escape on the Underground Railroad" is a 90-minute interactive program designed to give participants a first hand look many of the things runaway slaves encountered on their bid for freedom. Participants role play the part of a fugitive slave and during the program they meet slave hunters, Quakers, abolitionists, free blacks and others. The program gives participants insight into the issues surrounding slavery and the life of a fugitive slave in the year 1852.

Visitor Information: Currently open to public.

Location: Hale Farm and Village, 2686 Oak Hill Rd, P.O. Box 296, Bath, 44210

National Park Unit: Yes

Ownership: Hale Farm and Village

Location Type: Program