Community Calendar

Walking Tours: Discover Yardley Borough’s Underground Railroad Landmarks and The Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor
May 17 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Take a guided walking tour of Yardley Borough’s Underground Railroad landmarks, including the historic Delaware Canal and Lock #5, located along the Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor. Gather Place Museum, an official D&L Trail Friendly site, offers amenities in support of outdoor enthusiasts who pass by daily. This tour provides an opportunity to explore the region’s key role in the abolitionist movement and the courageous individuals, including Quakers and other abolitionists, who helped enslaved people escape to freedom. Discover the hidden history of Yardley and its significance as a critical stop on the Underground Railroad, where freedom seekers found refuge and hope. Learn about key locations tied to these efforts and explore how this area contributed to the larger fight for freedom and equality.
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