Join local historians and neighborhood experts for enlightening strolls through the downtown area. This month…
Underground Railroad: Springfield’s Contributions to Emancipation
Visit locations and meet people that salute the perseverance, ingenuity, and resilience of some of Springfield’s unsung early residents.
Immerse yourself in the history of Springfield by visiting locations and meeting people who embody the perseverance, ingenuity, and resilience of some of the city’s early residents. The Underground Railroad, a network of many people and places, played a significant role in Springfield’s history, making it a destination for freedom seekers and activists like Frederick Douglass, Sojourner Truth, and John Brown.
The tour will begin at Tower Square.
Second Saturday Walking Tours are co-presented by Springfield Preservation Trust and generously sponsored by Springfield Cultural Council and Mass Cultural Council.
