Q+A with Jon Goldman, Chief Curator of the B&O Railroad Museum
Publisher |
Rob Lee
Media Type |
audio
Categories Via RSS |
Arts
Documentary
Society & Culture
Publication Date |
Feb 09, 2023
Episode Duration |
00:31:26

In this episode of The Truth In This Art, host Rob Lee interviews Jon Goldman, Chief Curator at the B&O Railroad Museum. Join them as they delve into the history of the Underground Railroad and the role that the B&O Railroad played in this network of abolitionists. Jon will also share insights on the museum's exhibitions, collections, archives, and educational efforts.

Discover the intimate lives and journeys of 27 individuals who sought freedom from slavery along the B&O, and learn about the Black travel experience during this time. The exhibition features an immersive 180-degree multimedia experience and a new recording of Henry “Box” Brown’s song, and highlights the use of railroad terminology as a coded language for Freedom Seekers.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in American history and the Underground Railroad. Join Rob and Jon as they bring to light the stories of the Freedom Seekers and the impact that technology, specifically the railroad, had on their journey to freedom.

Mentioned in the episodeB&O Railroad Museum

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