Culture & Cocktails: Washington County and the Underground Railroad

135 West Washington Street,Hagerstown MD 21740

11 February, 2022

Description

Quench your thirst for knowledge with the Washington County Historical Society! The Underground Railroad was a network of secret routes and safe houses established in the United States during the early to mid-19th century. It was used by enslaved African Americans primarily to escape into free states and Canada. On Friday, February 11th, join us in welcoming Dr. Emily Amt for an exploration into Washington County’s role in the Underground Railroad, including the local agents, daring escapes, and notable locations associated with this fascinating history. The featured cocktail will be: The Hot Toddy! A Soothing Winter concoction, the Hot Toddy is perfect for a chilly winter night. Culture & Cocktails 2022 has been made possible by the generous support of the James and Mary Schurz Foundation. Founded in 1911, the Washington County Historical Society has played a significant role in preserving historic sites, artifacts and archival records for Washington County, Maryland. Located in downtown Hagerstown, the Miller House serves as the home of the historical society, the kinship Family Heritage Research Center, and the Miller House Museum. The museum gives visitors a taste of life in the 1850s and exhibits showcase important events in Washington County history.