Legacy of the Underground Railroad - National Museum of Railroad History & Innovation
Signs from the Underground Railroad Exhibition. There are 5 in total with different historical figures on them.

Legacy of the Underground Railroad

“Legacy of the Underground Railroad” is an Interactive Learning Platform created to supplement and enhance the experience of our Underground Railroad exhibit at the National Museum of Railroad History & Innovation.

Through numerous activities, students will be citing evidence, determining central ideas, and analyzing primary sources such as maps, photos, news articles and lyrics from the original song titled “Network to Freedom” composed by the lyricist Wordsmith.

Educators can also download our resources for a more engaging classroom experience.

Wordsmith with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
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This learning platform is best viewed on a desktop computer.

This project was made possible through the support of the National Park Service and in partnership with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and Wordsmith.

This material is based upon work assisted by a grant from the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH). Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASALH or the Department of the Interior.

Logo for the Underground Railroad exhibit. Subtext says: Freedom Seekers on the B&O Railroad. Next to the words Underground Railroad, there is a hand holding a light by the handle.

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