Homes of the Underground Railroad

The Underground Railroad was a loose collection of individuals united in the belief that slavery was wrong. A few of these brave souls opened their homes to fugitive slaves on the run. They hid the escapees in attics, secret rooms and other hiding places. At stake were the lives of the escapees and the homes of those who had the courage to help them. In Homes of the Underground Railroad, viewers will be transported to a world where bravery and risk were part of everyday life. The homes in this program provided more than just shelter--they were beacons of freedom during a dark time in our country.