The Underground Railroad and Abolition in Upstate New York | North to Freedom
6th Grade – 8th Grade
9th Grade – 12th Grade
English
Explore the Underground Railroad in upstate New York, focusing on the acts of courage, collaboration, and resistance that shaped its success. Examine the roles of freedom seekers, abolitionist networks, and the contributions of Black communities and white allies. Meet key figures like John W. Jones and organizations such as the AME Zion Church, and discover how geography and local networks played a pivotal role in the movement for freedom.
