UNDERGROUND RAILROAD, TRACKING

Ever wonder how a site gets named to the Underground Railroad Trail? Well, join us for a behind-the-scenes look at what archaeologists and historians found at one of the trail's newest members: the Nathan and Polly Johnson House in New Bedford, Massachusetts - a house that welcomed Frederick Douglas. Then travel to St. Mose in St. Augustine, Florida, to check out finds that indicate the area was a refuge for escaping slaves in the early 1700s. Find out how "seasonal archaeology" (Yes, that's right, using the seasons to help find sites.) and Infra-Red thermography are helping locate Underground Railroad sites. And, there's much more, including the latest on remote sensing - just how it works and why. So, hop aboard for a train ride unlike any other. You'll need to stay very quiet at all times because even a whisper might endanger the lives of those traveling with you!

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Paperback  32 pgs.  Full Color
Suggested for ages: 9-14
Product Code: DIG0301