Quilts of the Underground Railroad: Fact vs. Fiction – Presentation by Sharon Aernecke Aitchison
February 28 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Join us for a fascinating presentation by Sharon Aernecke Aitchison as she explores the history, symbolism, and ongoing debate surrounding quilts of the Underground Railroad. Using images, historical records, and scholarly research, this talk examines what we truly know, what remains uncertain, and why these stories continue to capture our imagination.
Whether you’re interested in history, quilts, African American studies, or how myths and memory shape our understanding of the past, this presentation offers a thoughtful and engaging look at a powerful topic.
This event is open to the public, with a suggested donation of $5 per person to support programming. The lecture is generously supported by our 2026 Lecture Sponsor Fenimore Asset Management.
Join us for a fascinating presentation by Sharon Aernecke Aitchison as she explores the history, symbolism, and ongoing debate surrounding quilts of the Underground Railroad. Using images, historical records, and scholarly research, this talk examines what we truly know, what remains uncertain, and why these stories continue to capture our imagination.
Whether you’re interested in history, quilts, African American studies, or how myths and memory shape our understanding of the past, this presentation offers a thoughtful and engaging look at a powerful topic.
This event is open to the public, with a suggested donation of $5 per person to support programming. The lecture is generously supported by our 2026 Lecture Sponsor Fenimore Asset Management.
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