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Episode 66: Harriet Tubman Museum and Education Center
Manage episode 453545275 series 2819014
What was the Underground Railroad, really? Beyond the imagery of secret routes and hidden safe houses, it was a complex network of people, places, and powerful codes—codes in words, songs, and even the stars. Join us in today's episode at the Harriet Tubman Museum and Education Center in Cambridge, MD.
🌊 Moses of Her People 💪🏾
In this episode, we delve into the stories of Harriet Tubman, known as the Moses of her people, and explore how faith, resilience, and ingenuity helped guide countless individuals to freedom. We'll uncover the meaning behind songs like "Go Down Moses" and "Follow the Drinking Gourd", the significance of safe house signals, and the inspiring legacy of a woman whose courage knew no bounds.
🔗 Episode Links:
Harriet Tubman Museum and Education Center:
www.harriettubmanmuseumcenter.org
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Curator's Choice - A podcast for history nerds and museum lovers
Chapters
1. The Underground Railroad and Harriet Tubman (00:00:00)
2. Harriet Tubman's Remarkable Journey (00:13:26)
3. Exploring Harriet Tubman's Legacy (00:26:41)
75 episodes
Manage episode 453545275 series 2819014
What was the Underground Railroad, really? Beyond the imagery of secret routes and hidden safe houses, it was a complex network of people, places, and powerful codes—codes in words, songs, and even the stars. Join us in today's episode at the Harriet Tubman Museum and Education Center in Cambridge, MD.
🌊 Moses of Her People 💪🏾
In this episode, we delve into the stories of Harriet Tubman, known as the Moses of her people, and explore how faith, resilience, and ingenuity helped guide countless individuals to freedom. We'll uncover the meaning behind songs like "Go Down Moses" and "Follow the Drinking Gourd", the significance of safe house signals, and the inspiring legacy of a woman whose courage knew no bounds.
🔗 Episode Links:
Harriet Tubman Museum and Education Center:
www.harriettubmanmuseumcenter.org
Send us a text
Curator's Choice - A podcast for history nerds and museum lovers
Chapters
1. The Underground Railroad and Harriet Tubman (00:00:00)
2. Harriet Tubman's Remarkable Journey (00:13:26)
3. Exploring Harriet Tubman's Legacy (00:26:41)
75 episodes
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