74: The Road to Freedom, Part 1: Levi Coffin’s Lifesaving Mission

In this episode, we step into the silent echoes of the past, where a small brick home in Indiana whispers the tales of courage, peril, and the unwavering pursuit of freedom. Joanna Hahn guides us through the Levi & Catharine Coffin State Historic Site, revealing how this unassuming refuge became a key conduit in the clandestine network known as the Underground Railroad. From 1826 to 1847, Levi Coffin and his wife Catharine transformed their home into a fortress of freedom, saving over 2,000 souls from the shackles of slavery. Embark on a journey back to the heart of the Underground Railroad with Joanna Hahn, Central Region Director of the Indiana State Museum system and manager of the Levi & Catharine Coffin State Historic Site. Discover the gripping story of Levi and Catharine Coffin's home, the "Grand Central Station" of the Underground Railroad, which provided a beacon of hope and a pathway to freedom for over 2,000 enslaved individuals seeking liberation. Visit us online at itshometownhistory.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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