Tour: Freedom's Friends History Walk by the Oberlin Heritage Center

Prior to the Civil War, as many as 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. This guided history walk is provided by the Oberlin Heritage Center and presents the historic decisions that shaped Oberlin’s growth as a station on the Underground Railroad and the individuals and events that marked Oberlin as one of the most active stations. Hear stories about Oberlin’s most famous freedom seekers and people known to have helped them make their way to freedom on this 90-minute neighborhood walking tour.

$10/adult; $5/student; free for children under 18. Advance registration is required, and space is limited to 40 participants. Call 440-774-1700 or register online. In case of rain, the tour will be cancelled, and fees refunded.

Open to all members of the Oberlin campus community