"The Underground Railroad: Freedom Seekers on the B&O" Public Tour | B&O Railroad Museum

Public Tour

On this tour we will explore the history of the Underground Railroad using experiences of 27 documented freedom seekers who have interacted with the B&O Railroad on their journey to freedom along with pieces in our collection related to their journey.

Admission:

$10 Museum Admission. B&O Members FREE.

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WITH GENEROUS SUPPORT FROM:

Jeffery O.

December 2024

Wonderful rail museum with many historic engines, passenger cars, mail car, troop transport, and more. Several models layouts including the Smithsonian collection of models which was amazing. Wonderful presentation on the underground railroad. We will visit again.