New Bedford Guide Your Guide to New Bedford and South Coast, MA
On Saturday, March 3, beginning at 10:00 AM, the Friends of the New Bedford Public Library, the New Bedford Historical Society and the New Bedford Civil War Roundtable, in partnership with New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park, present an author talk and family-friendly programming about New Bedford’s role in the Underground Railroad. The day will be filled with talks, hands-on activities, videos, and music exploring the many connections between New Bedford and the Underground Railroad. The activities take place at New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park, located at 33 William Street in downtown New Bedford.
The day starts at 10:00 a.m. with Thomas B. Allen, acclaimed author of “Harriet Tubman: Secret Agent” giving a talk geared for children. At 11:00 am,find out how escaped slaves used stars to find their path to freedom with an activity that explores constellations and navigation. At 12:00 noon, view a video about Henry “Box” Brown and recreate his journey to freedom shipped in a box from Virginia to Philadelphia. At 1:00 pm, the program focuses on New Bedford hero, orator, and abolitionist, Frederick Douglass through music, videos, and a talk about the life and legacy of Frederick Douglass in New Bedford. Events are free, fun and open to all.
