The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center stands at 50 East Freedom Way in Cincinnati, Ohio. It is a museum devoted to the history of slavery and the Underground Railroad, the network through which freedom seekers made their way toward safety. Locals and visitors often call it simply the Freedom Center.
What you will find
The museum combines interactive exhibits with the personal stories of those who sought freedom. Rather than presenting the past only as a sequence of dates, the displays focus on the people involved, so the experience tends to be reflective and emotionally weighty. It suits visitors who want to spend real time with the material.
The center also looks beyond the nineteenth century. Its exhibits explore both historical and contemporary questions of freedom and human rights, which gives the visit a link between the past and issues still under discussion today.
Planning your visit
- Location: 50 E Freedom Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202
- Contact: +1-513-333-7500
- Best for: history visitors, families who want to talk about difficult subjects, and anyone interested in civil rights and human rights
Because the subject matter is serious, allow a generous block of time and check current details with the center before you go. Cincinnati itself offers a range of other attractions and restaurants nearby, so the museum can easily be combined with a longer stay in the city.
