Harriet Tubman
Tales from the Cape
Wednesday, February 18
6:30pm - 7:30pm
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2026-02-18 18:30:00
2026-02-18 19:30:00
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Harriet Tubman
Join us for a glimpse into the life of Harriet Tubman and learn how she traveled through NJ and was an active part of the Abolitionist Movement in Cape May County.
Upper Shores Branch - Upper Shores Main Floor
Upper Shores Branch
Upper Shores Main FloorJoin us for a glimpse into the life of Harriet Tubman and learn how she traveled through NJ and was an active part of the Abolitionist Movement in Cape May County.
In a performance that has been called “Mesmerizing”, Ms. Washington Wilson lends us a special glimpse into the life and times of Harriet Tubman: abolitionist, Underground Railroad conductor, and women’s suffrage supporter who traveled through the State of New Jersey, and was active in the Abolitionist Movement active in Cape May County, NJ, and throughout the DelMarVa Peninsula. Hear of her connection with William Still, Stephen Smith, Jarena Lee and the place where her niece, Florence Cooper is buried in Cape May, NJ. The Underground Railroad had Station Houses throughout South Jersey. Michelle Washington Wilson will take you there through the Tales From The Cape. For Audiences Fifth Grade through Adult. This program is part of a donation made in honor of Martin C. Unfried, Jr.
AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Teens | Seniors | All Ages | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Special Event | Performing Arts | Cultural Heritage & Celebrations |
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