Underground railroad Travel Kit

Underground Railroad Travel Kit:
Exploring local connections to slavery and the Underground Railroad

Cost: $125 (includes shipping)

Cost for Title 1 Schools: $60 (includes shipping)
Limited funding is available to offset the cost for Title 1 schools and is allocated on a first come, first serve basis.

Grade levels: 4th – 8th

Length: 3 weeks

Kentuckiana has strong connections to the Underground Railroad and served as a major passageway for those fleeing their enslavers in the Commonwealth. Using objects, drama, and stories - students will explore three sets of figures tied to this local history including Thornton and Lucie Blackburn, The McCoy family, and James Brooks. Students will gain a better understanding of 19th century American history, migration and settlement, the impact of state and federal laws, and inspirational figures from our area.

The kit includes three lessons with materials and an overview binder for the educator leading the sessions. The audio components of the lessons will be emailed to you once the kit is mailed. A pre-paid mailing label will be included for educators to return the kit.

Add a video performance: Educators booking the travel kit have the option to add a video performance for $25.00. Options include recordings of “The Runaway” or “Thornton Blackburn”.

Book a travel kit: To request an Underground Railroad Travel Kit CLICK HERE

Any questions may be directed to education@fraziermuseum.org