Underground Railroad Tree Tour

Guilford County Schools 4th, 8th and 11th grades utilize curriculum developed with the support of the Tannenbaum-Sternberger Foundation to learn about Underground Railroad activities which took place locally. For more specific questions: undergroundrr@guilford.edu.

Our goal is to share the information we have about this essential and incredible piece of United States history that was experienced in our woods.

LibGuides: Underground Railroad in Guilford College Woods: WelcomeAlthough the Underground Railroad network was secretive and no blueprint for it survives, it is generally agreed that a southern terminus was centered around the New Garden community in Guilford County, North Carolina. Quick facts and introduction to guide to learn more about visitation opportunities and information about the history and legacy of the Underground Railroad in the Guilford College Woods.

Spirituals Along the Journey

James Shields '00 presents a soundtrack for those wishing to experience this history.