From Biscuits to Freedom Cake: The Culinary Journey of Henry “Box” Brown | B&O Railroad Museum

As part of monthly programming for our new exhibition, The Underground Railroad: Freedom Seekers on the B&O Railroad, 19th Century food and beverage historian, Nancy Siegel, will be leading a discussion and food tasting centered on the food that Henry “Box” Brown ate prior to, during, and after his journey on the Underground Railroad. Join us at the B&O Railroad Museum for this culinary experience on Saturday, October 22, from 1–3 PM.

More Upcoming Underground Railroad Events

The B&O Railroad Museum is proud to host events and activities related to our exhibit, The Underground Railroad: Freedom Seekers on the B&O Railroad throughout 2023 — with live performances, lectures, and more.

Upcoming Events at the B&O

The Polar Express™ Train Ride

Tickets on sale now!

2025-2026

When school is out, fun is in session at the B&O!

The American Freedom Train. A head-on shot of a black train with a red and gold sign that reads "The American Freedom Train"

Restoration Shop Tour: AFT No. 1

October 18

Restoration Shop Tour

October 19

Tails on the rails

October 26 @ 2-5 pm

Halloween Toddler Time

October 30 @ 10 am

Climb aboard the B&O No. C-1775 Caboose!

November 20, 22 & 23

Breakfast with Santa

November 30 @ 9 am

New Year’s Tea

December 28 @ 12:15 pm

WITH GENEROUS SUPPORT FROM:

Geoffrey Morrison
December 2022

The B&O Railroad Museum is easily one of the best railroad museums in the country, if not the world.

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