A historic event dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of the Underground Railroad in Ohio.
Join public historians, preservationists and storytellers for a two-day event to discuss and learn about Ohio’s significant role in the Underground Railroad while exploring ways to share these important stories.
September 21 – 22, 2025
50 East Freedom Way
Cincinnati OH, 45202
The event is free and open to the public. However, reservations are required.
The Underground Railroad Gathering will focus on three key areas
- Living History Interpretation
- Teaching Hard Histories
- Bridging Journeys: Freedom Seekers & Modern-Day Immigrants
Registration includes
- Sunday evening Keynote Dinner
- Monday Conference
- Monday Lunch
- Registration to Freedom Center and AM-Ohio newsletters
The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center is hosting a Fifth Third Community Day on Sunday, September 21, 2025 to highlight International Underground Railroad Month. Please join us during Museum hours for the activities!
Schedule
Get your Fifth Third Community Day ticket
10 a.m. Welcome and Opening Remarks
Harriet Tubman Theater
10:15 a.m. Opening Ceremony
Harriet Tubman Theater
10:35 a.m. Interpreter Performances
Harriet Tubman Theater
11:05 a.m. Student Poster Presentations
1 p.m. Screening of A Higher Law and discussion with filmmakers
Harriet Tubman Theater
2 p.m. Student Poster Presentations
3 p.m. Interpreter Performances
6 p.m. Dinner and Keynote with Dr. David Childs*
*Conference Registration required
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Focused sessions with breakout workshops and panel discussions
Light breakfast and lunch provided
Proudly Sponsored by:
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center | America 250-Ohio | National Park Service | Ohio History Connection |
National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom | Wilson Bruce Evans Home Historical Society | National Afro-American Museum and Cultural Center