OHA Contributes to National Geographic Article on the Underground Railroad
Syracuse’s central location in New York, and proximity to Canada, played an important role in the Underground Railroad. “Syracuse had long been a hub of anti-slavery activity. Even before the…
Today in History: Reverend Jermain Loguen Passes Away in Syracuse
…the Underground Railroad” and “prince of the Underground Railroad.” Frederick Douglass, a frequent visitor to this house, described the Loguens’ welcome of nine people who arrived here from slavery: “The…
Onondaga Historical Museum Tours
…a half-hour Underground Railroad presentation with a costumed abolitionist character Reverend Samuel May for $50 for one performance, and $25 for each additional performance. Freedom Bound: Syracuse & the Underground…
Self-Guided Walking Tours
…of the Underground Railroad. For more information, visit the Preservation Association website at: www.pacny.net/freedom_trail/. View the map below to see sign locations. Underground Railroad Downtown Walking Tour Underground Railroad Guided…
Documenting the Struggle
…amazing Freedom Bound: Syracuse & The Underground Railroad exhibit dedicated to the history of anti-slavery and the Underground Railroad activity in Onondaga County. OHA commissioned play, “Possessing Harriet” by award…
Today in History: New York Central Station Closes
…the new elevated New York Central Railroad tracks. Eventually, a new station opened on Manlius Center Road in East Syracuse. Initially the abandoned railroad station became a foreign automobile dealership….
OHA in the News – 2011
…What museums can be found in the Finger Lakes? 2011-02-28 NCC News, Syracuse’s Link to Underground Railroad 2011-02-26 YNN, Your Hometown: Uncovering and preserving secrets of the Underground Railroad in…
Today in History: The U.S. Senate Passes the 19th Amendment Granting Women the Right to Vote
…was a station on the Underground Railroad. Matilda and her husband, Henry Hill Gage, settled in Fayetteville, New York. “Their home became a station on the Underground Railroad and although…
Today in History: Locomotive Sets Land Speed Record
…and again from 1948-49 for the Chicago Railroad Fair. Eventually, technological innovation in the railroad industry limited the 999’s use. In May of 1952, following a reenactment of its record-breaking…