The New Brighton Historical Society welcomes history lovers to their Third Biennial Free Underground Railroad Walking Tour, Saturday, September 30, 2023. The event, at 1612 Third Avenue, New Brighton (current site of J&J Spratt Funeral Home) begins at 9 a.m. Walkers must sign up for a time slot upon arrival. Tours are first come, first served and the last tour leaves at 2 p.m.

NBHS members and costumed volunteers will provide information on the tours, which leave every 15 minutes. There is one hill and some uneven sidewalks on the route. Historical information, displays, food, beverages, and merchandise will be available for sale onsite. WBVP Radio will broadcast live at the event.

Walkers will see eight buildings/homes on the 2.5-mile tour that were either part of the Underground Railroad, or linked to famed abolitionists.