Legend of Freedom: Quilts & the Underground Railroad presented by Trish Chambers

This one hour presentation, performed in period costume, discusses the history, legends, and personal stories that make up the rich heritage associated with the Underground Railroad.  Explore how African traditions and the use of story cloths documents the history of the tribes and set the stage for the slaves to learn the lessons needed for survival during the arduous journey to freedom.  African slave songs and the lessons contained in them are also discussed.  Please register.