The Media Library of Genesee Valley BOCES

Looks at some of the historical homes and people that made up the Underground Railroad. Examines the routes taken by slaves, the system of signals that indicated which houses were safe to approach, where they were hidden within houses, and addresses many of the obstacles slaves faced on their journey

Describes Harriet Tubman's role in helping slaves escape to the north via the Underground Railroad

Recounts the story of America's secret railroad to freedom through narratives of escaped slaves

Examines the institution of slavery in America from the early 1600s, when the first shipment of slaves landed at Jamestown, to the early days of Reconstruction. Seeks to dispel the myth that slaves were passive concerning their plight. From the Underground Railroad, with Harriet Tubman leading slaves to freedom, to slave revolts at places like Harper's Ferry, and abolitionists like Frederick Douglass, there was an ongoing attempt to disrupt and end slavery

Using dramatic reenactments, this program explains what life was like for a child born into slavery and discusses Harriet Tubman's courageous escape to freedom. Explains the Underground Railroad and her role as its most famous conductor, and the Abolitionist Movement and the courage of the people who fought for an end to slavery

Harriet Tubman helped more that 300 slaves and her family escape to freedom through her daring missions and faith in God. Her selflessness and disregard for personal safety made her a hero and inspired others. Animated

Historical pictures and interviews with modern African American scholars on the life and work of Harriet Tubman

Introduces viewers to the history, heroes, stories and music of the African-American culture which emerged from slavery. Based on the book by Jeanette Winter

Program highlights Rochester, NY, which was at the heart of the railroad; includes examples of spirituals sung by slaves as part of the "code" system and visits homes which were used as shelters

In the mid-1800's, black men and women traveled a network of escape routes known as the Underground Railroad. Their flight from slavery was organized by other escaped slaves and allies, including famous ex-slaves Harriet Tubman and Frederick Douglass. This program recounts the story of their journey through the narratives of escaped slaves