National Underground Railroad Museum

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Since 1995, the National Underground Railroad Museum (NURM) has preserved the shared heritage of blacks and whites as it relates to slavery and the antebellum era; the abolitionist movement and the Underground Railroad; and events leading to the Civil War. Experience the Borderland, the land between freedom and slavery where dramatic historical events unfolded. Visit NURM to view artifacts regarding the abolitionist movement and slavery, and exhibits featuring local anti-slavery activists whose efforts made a national impact. 

 


 

 

NATIONAL UNDERGROUND RAILROAD MUSEUM

Located in the Bierbower House

38 West Fourth Street

Maysville, KY 41056




Museum to open

Wed., Fri., and Saturday 10 AM - 3 PM All other days by appointment. 


Admission:

$4.00 Adults

$2.00 Children



 

 

 

 

Above: Photo of the Bierbower Home, 1900. The home was a "Safe House" for runawway slaves. Today the National Underground Railroad Museum is located in the home, which is located in the historic district of Maysville.