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Tibbets House

John H.Tibbets lived in Jefferson Co.,Indiana, and was a conductor on the Underground Railroad. John H. Tibbets worked with free African Americans in the Georgetown District of Madison, Indiana, to successfully move many freedom seekers crossing the Ohio River to reach Canada. Preservation of his home and his life story is our mission. John Henry Tibbets was a conductor on the UGRR and a leader and trustee of Eleutherian College in Lancaster, Indiana. John worked with George DeBaptiste, Elijah Anderson and many other known UGRR conductors in Indiana.

Visitor Information: Currently not open to public.

Location: 6810 N. Boyd Road, Madison, 47250

National Park Unit: Yes

Ownership: Lena McDole

Location Type: Site