Chaplin, was involved in the failed escape of 77 people from Washington, D.C. was captured on August 8, 1850 during a shoot out with slave catchers on Georgia Avenue. A National Park Service National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom site.
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The farm, now part of Monocacy National Battlefield, was once part of a 748-acre plantation known as L'Hermitage. Established by the Vincendieres, a family of French planters from the Caribbean, 50 to 90 enslaved African-Americans worked this plantation in the 18th and 19th centuries. At least two of those slaves fled for freedom. The Best family began farming the property in the 1830s.A National Park Service National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom site.
Enslaved people who were caught fleeing their enslavers were held in this historic county jail. Others who were charged with encouraging them to run away were jailed here too. An interpretive exhibit describes these cases.
This is where Underground Railroad operatives and enslaved people fleeing their bonds were jailed. This site is on the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Byway. A National Park Service Network to Freedom site.
Born into slavery, Frederick Douglass escaped to became a leading abolitionist. A self-guided driving tour gives visitors an overview of Douglass’s early life at 14 sites. His speeches inspired many to work on the Underground Railroad. Information and tour brochure available from the Talbot County Visitors Center. A National Park Service Network to Freedom site.
The home was a major stop along the Underground Railroad and is now a private home. The home is on the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Byway audio tour. A National Park Service Network to Freedom site.
This former Union encampment was established in 1863 for the recruitment and training of black soldiers, some whom had recently escaped enslavement. Paddle an African-American heritage water trail along the Patuxent River to the site. A National Park Service Network to Freedom site.
Fresh and authentic Mexican food made from scratch. A great place to have dinner with all your family and friends. On our patio, you will have the best experience.
Tilt Studio is a Family Fun Center for all ages. We offer 300+ games and attractions to bring the kid out in all of us. We also feature birthday parties, a concessions area and limited bar for the adults looking to relax and have fun. Bring your family and friends to Tilt Studio where it's always "Fun at Full Blast".
This tour provides glimpses of more than two centuries of African-American heritage and presents a new opportunity to experience the past. Pick up brochure at Visitor Center.