Anytime of year is a great time to explore the Harriet Tubman Byway, but in February there are also some special happenings in honor of Black History Month.
Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Visitor Center: Every Saturday and Sunday in February from 12 to 3pm, the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park & Visitor Center offers a Black History Month celebration with traditional children’s games and crafts, like mandala, yarn dolls, and marbles. Plus their Junior Ranger program will be in full swing. Events are free for all ages; donations are welcome. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Questions? Call 410-221-2290. Address: 4068 Golden Hill Rd, Church Creek, MD 21622
Harriet Tubman Museum & Educational Center: In celebration of Black History Month, the Harriet Tubman Museum & Educational Center hosts “Songs of the Underground Railroad” Sunday, Feb. 27 from 3 to 5pm. Plus a visit from Harriet Tubman. Suggested donation $20. Ticket information at harriettubmanmusicianandeducationalcenter.com. Questions? Call the museum at 410-228-0401. Address: 424 Race St., Cambridge, MD
More Black History and Heritage: Our friends at Dorchester County Tourism have created a roundup of other ways you can explore local Black history and heritage along the Tubman Byway. See the story.