Thursday, September 22, 2022 | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Carol Bacak-Egbo, Historian, Archeologist, Educator - Oakland County Historical Commission
Oakland County is said to have played a significant role in the Underground Railroad. But why is it so hard to document people and sites that were part of this network that helped freedom seekers get to Canada? Learn about the challenges involved in this research and some of the resources and methods used to meet those challenges. Let’s learn more about following the life, times and trails of those looking to escape captivity and the heroes that helped them.
Location:
Birmingham Next