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Chester County, Pennsylvania, played a significant role in the Underground Railroad, serving as a vital corridor for freedom seekers traveling north from Maryland and Delaware. Its proximity to the Mason-Dixon Line, coupled with a strong Quaker presence and a thriving community of free African Americans, fostered an environment conducive to the clandestine network.
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Contact us to discover more about the rich history of the mid-19th Century abolitionist movement in Kennett Square and surrounding areas. You can reach us at (484) 544-5070. Please leave a message, and we will return your call. This number, along with our email address, info@kennettundergroundrr.org, is monitored daily.
Dinah Mendenhall
Dinah and Isaac Mendenhall provided shelter for freedom seekers at their home, which was located along what is now Route 52
Dr. Bartholomew Fussell
Quaker anti-slavery activist. He and his wife Lydia lived at "The Pines," where they sheltered and aided travelers to their freedom.
John and Hannah Cox
Founding members of the Progressive Meeting and provided shelter and aid to those escaping slavery at their home