The Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad New York Corridor, or the “Tubman Corridor’’ as it is perhaps better known, is a step closer to fruition, following the awarding of $519,500 to the Underground Railroad Consortium of New York State (URCNYS) to promote a driving tour of Underground Railroad sites in New York State connected with other travel opportunities with a statewide geographical scope.
The 500-mile corridor would traverse the state marking the life of Harriet Tubman, who escaped slavery in Maryland and then returned on numerous occasions to help free more enslaved people. It could include parts of the Erie Canal, museums and hiking.
The Underground Railroad Consortium of New York State (URCNYS) has announced a significant opportunity for public involvement in shaping a pivotal cultural and historical project, the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad New York Corridor.