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Underground Railroad Museum at Belmont Mansion

Experience the Underground Railroad through a mansion that lived it at the Underground Railroad Museum at Belmont Mansion. Groups will learn about slavery in the 18th and 19th centuries, and the stories of those associated with Belmont Mansion in Fairmount Park. The Palladian style Belmont Mansion belonged to English lawyer and land management agent William Peters during the 18th century. During the American Revolution, historical figures such as George Washington and Thomas Jefferson stayed at the mansion. Groups will learn about slavery in the 18th and 19th centuries, and the stories of those associated with the mansion. Exhibits feature photos, reenactors, audio stations, and more to help your group understand the history of the Underground Railroad.

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Underground Railroad Museum at Belmont Mansion

Experience the Underground Railroad through a mansion that lived it at the Underground Railroad Museum at Belmont Mansion. Groups will learn about slavery in the 18th and 19th centuries, and the stories of those associated with Belmont Mansion in Fairmount Park. The Palladian style Belmont Mansion belonged to English lawyer and land management agent William Peters during the 18th century. During the American Revolution, historical figures such as George Washington and Thomas Jefferson stayed at the mansion. Groups will learn about slavery in the 18th and 19th centuries, and the stories of those associated with the mansion. Exhibits feature photos, reenactors, audio stations, and more to help your group understand the history of the Underground Railroad.

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Underground Railroad Museum at Belmont Mansion

Experience the Underground Railroad through a mansion that lived it at the Underground Railroad Museum at Belmont Mansion. Groups will learn about slavery in the 18th and 19th centuries, and the stories of those associated with Belmont Mansion in Fairmount Park. The Palladian style Belmont Mansion belonged to English lawyer and land management agent William Peters during the 18th century. During the American Revolution, historical figures such as George Washington and Thomas Jefferson stayed at the mansion. Groups will learn about slavery in the 18th and 19th centuries, and the stories of those associated with the mansion. Exhibits feature photos, reenactors, audio stations, and more to help your group understand the history of the Underground Railroad.

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Underground Railroad Museum at Belmont Mansion

Experience the Underground Railroad through a mansion that lived it at the Underground Railroad Museum at Belmont Mansion. Groups will learn about slavery in the 18th and 19th centuries, and the stories of those associated with Belmont Mansion in Fairmount Park. The Palladian style Belmont Mansion belonged to English lawyer and land management agent William Peters during the 18th century. During the American Revolution, historical figures such as George Washington and Thomas Jefferson stayed at the mansion. Groups will learn about slavery in the 18th and 19th centuries, and the stories of those associated with the mansion. Exhibits feature photos, reenactors, audio stations, and more to help your group understand the history of the Underground Railroad.

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