Underground Railroad
Traveling Trunks
Generously funded through a grant from the Old National Bank Foundation,
these trunks contain objects, photographs, books, music and lesson plans for
classroom use.
During the 1800s, estimates suggest that
more than 100,000 enslaved people sought
freedom through the Underground Railroad.
It wasn't a real railroad with tracks and
trains. The Underground Railroad was a term
used to describe the secret routes enslaved
men, women and children took to gain their
freedom. Those who escaped often obtained
help and protection from free Blacks,
Whites, Native Americans and other slaves,
who acted as conductors and provided food
and shelter along the way.
Our hope is that these trunks will convey the
lessons of courage and perseverance that
continue to resonate today
The Lyles Station Underground Railroad trunks
not only contain slavery materials but materials
on the Civil War and President Lincoln, which
played intricate parts in the freedom of slaves.
Advance reservations are required.
Call Lyles Station Historic School & Museum
today to reserve a trunk for your classroom.
812-385-2534
953 N 500 W, Princeton, IN 47670
www.lylesstation.org