Management

Superintendent Deanna Mitchell

NPS

"Well, it’s been a little over six years since the Harriett Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park opened its doors to the public. Since then, we are so proud of the accomplishments we have made to provide the best possible visitor experience to the visiting public as well as our online presence through our website and social media platforms. We are also actively engaged with our onsite legislative partner Maryland State Parks and neighboring legislative partner Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge to further the legacy of Harriet Tubman and other freedom seekers, through the stories that connect the cultural resources and natural landscapes here on the Eastern Shores of Maryland. I wanted to take a moment along with the park staff to let you know that we are excited about the direction in which we are solidifying our framework and look forward to building upon our mandate of providing enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations."

 

Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park in Maryland was created by Congress in December 2014 and includes the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Monument authorized by the President of the United States in 2013. Both the national historical park and the national monument are administered as a single unit, Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park to recognize and interpret Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad. Congress created Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park in Maryland in December 2014 as part of the 2015 National Defense Authorization Act. P.L. 113-291. US Code: Title 16, Chapter 1, Subchapter LIX-RR § 410sss

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