The Underground Railroad: Fact or Fiction – Presentation by Sharon Aernecke Aitchison

Join Sharon Aernecke Aitchison for an engaging presentation exploring the history and meaning of Underground Railroad Quilts. This talk examines the stories, symbols, and traditions associated with quilt patterns that are believed to have carried hidden messages used to aid freedom seekers on their journey to safety. Through historical context and visual examples, Sharon invites audiences to reflect on the power of textile art as a form of communication, resistance, and cultural memory in American history.