The Underground Railroad Today Festival

Equal Rights Heritage Center | 25 South St, Auburn, NY 13021, USA

How do communities lift each other up? By building paths to freedom. 🕊️✨

On September 12th, come celebrate the vibrant cultures of the Finger Lakes at the NYS Equal Rights Heritage Center! We are looking back at 250 years of community support and local resilience through the vital history of the Underground Railroad.

Here is what you can look forward to:

🎤 Inspiring keynote speakers

🗺️ Local history booths and presentations

🍲 Delicious multicultural food samples

🎵 Vibrant live music and performancesBring your family, explore the exhibits, and connect with our shared heritage.

See you in History's Hometown!

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