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The Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Visitor Center and Byway offer a powerful journey through the life, legacy, and courageous work of Harriet Tubman, one of America's most revered freedom fighters. Located on Maryland's Eastern Shore, where Tubman was born and spent her early years in bondage, the experience provides visitors with a deeper understanding of her remarkable contributions to the Underground Railroad and the pursuit of freedom.
The Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Visitor Center, located in Church Creek, Maryland, serves as the gateway to Tubman's world. Through engaging exhibits, multimedia presentations, artifacts, and an introductory film, visitors learn about Tubman's childhood, her faith, her family, her escape from slavery, and her many daring missions to guide others to freedom. The center is situated amid landscapes that remain remarkably similar to those Tubman knew during her lifetime, helping visitors connect with the environment that shaped her extraordinary courage and determination.
Extending beyond the Visitor Center is the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Byway, a nationally designated All-American Road that winds through approximately 125 miles of Maryland's Eastern Shore. The scenic route links dozens of historic sites associated with Tubman's life, the Underground Railroad, and the broader story of slavery and freedom in America. Travelers encounter historic communities, waterways, marshlands, churches, museums, and significant landmarks that illuminate the challenges faced by those seeking liberty and the resilience of those who helped them achieve it.
Together, the Visitor Center and Byway provide an inspiring and educational experience that honors Harriet Tubman's enduring legacy of courage, leadership, and unwavering commitment to freedom and justice.
The Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Visitor Center and Byway
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WHO WE ARE
Located in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley, Virginia’s premiere classical theatre is at once intimate in scale and epic in imagination—creating vital, sophisticated, and accessible seasons built around a company of versatile actors performing in repertory all year round. We are a center for shared discovery by audiences, scholars, and artists of Shakespeare, his contemporaries, and classics old and new.
MISSION
American Shakespeare Center illuminates the plays of Shakespeare and his contemporaries, classic and new, refreshing the individual, fostering civil discourse, and creating community in the Blackfriars Playhouse and beyond.
VISION
The American Shakespeare Center is Shakespeare’s American Home – a beacon for all to feel more alive through the experience of Shakespeare, changing lives one encounter at a time.
BLACKFRIARS PLAYHOUSE
Our home base is the world’s only re-creation of Shakespeare’s indoor theatre. Since opening in 2001, the Playhouse has welcomed nearly one million guests to over 6,000 performances. We produce year round with 3 repertory seasons and complete the year with a production of A Christmas Carol. Most shows are performed in repertory with troupe members playing multiple roles in each show.
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Nestled along the shores of the Chesapeake Bay, Annapolis, Maryland, is a charming waterfront city renowned for its rich history, maritime heritage, and vibrant downtown district. As Maryland's capital and one of the nation's oldest cities, Annapolis offers visitors a unique blend of colonial architecture, scenic beauty, cultural attractions, and distinctive shopping experiences.
Often referred to as "America's Sailing Capital," Annapolis is home to picturesque harbors, historic streets, and landmarks that tell the story of the nation's early years. Visitors can explore the Maryland State House—the oldest state capitol in continuous legislative use in the United States—stroll through the historic district, visit the United States Naval Academy, or enjoy the many museums and waterfront attractions that showcase the city's fascinating past.
Downtown Annapolis is also a shopper's delight. Along Main Street, Maryland Avenue, and the surrounding historic streets, visitors will discover an eclectic collection of locally owned boutiques, specialty gift shops, art galleries, bookstores, nautical stores, jewelry shops, and gourmet food retailers. Whether searching for unique Chesapeake Bay-inspired gifts, handcrafted artwork, fashionable apparel, or specialty foods, shoppers will find an inviting and walkable retail experience unlike that of a typical shopping mall.
The city's waterfront location further enhances its appeal, with numerous restaurants, cafés, and pubs offering fresh seafood, regional cuisine, and outdoor dining with scenic harbor views. Seasonal festivals, outdoor concerts, sailing events, and cultural celebrations add to the city's lively atmosphere throughout the year.
Combining colonial history, maritime tradition, exceptional shopping, and waterfront charm, Annapolis offers visitors a memorable destination where there is always something to discover, explore, and enjoy. Whether spending a day or a weekend, guests will find Annapolis to be one of the Mid-Atlantic's most inviting and rewarding destinations.
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