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Come learn the stories of freedom seekers crossing the MO River into the Town of Quindaro during their journey on the underground railroad. We'll explore the ruins buried in the hillside of these pre-civil war structures of this pivotal town that changed our history. The terrain has steep hills and is rocky 2-2.5 hrs 3 miles
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
There is a John Brown statue at the corner of 27th and Sewell, your guide will meet you at the statue.
Itinerary
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1John Brown Statue
Our guide will meet you at this historic statue and share the story of abolitionist John Brown and his connection to Bleeding Kansas. You will also learn about how this statue was constructed and erected along with the history of Western University, the only HBCU ever in Kansas that was once at that very site.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Quindaro Ruins Overlook Structure
We walk to the Quindaro Ruins Overlook structure and get an incredible view of the Mighty Missouri River while your guides tell stories of freedom seekers who risked their lives to cross the Missouri River to freedom. Your guide shares stories of how the Town of Quindaro was the first place that freedom seekers escaping slavery in Missouri stepped foot on free soil in Kansas territory, along their journey on the underground railroad.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Quindaro Bluffs
Our hike leads you through the hilly trails of the Quindaro Bluffs. We see limestone ruins of buildings that pre-date the Civil War. Our guides tell the stories of the ruins and people who lived, worked, or escaped to the Town of Quindaro and beyond. We walk over a small creek, get an up-close view of the Missouri River, and walk under an active train bridge all while hearing the history of the area.
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Quindaro Cemetery
Our guides take our groups up to the Old Quindaro Cemetery and share stories of those who are buried there. We will also discuss the history of the Happy Hallow settlement and the growth of the African-American community in the area that laid the foundation for the establishment of Western University, the first Historically Black College & University (HBCU).
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Some of the terrain is very steep and rocky.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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