Brewer, Maine: Underground Railroad Manhole
Titled "North to Freedom," it's the only official Maine memorial to the Underground Railroad. The manhole is actually an old, stone-lined shaft that some believe was used to hide people who'd escaped enslavement.
- Address:
- Chamberlain Freedom Park, Brewer, ME
- Directions:
- East side of the Penobscot River, on the northwest corner of State St. and Hwy 178/N. Main St.
- Admission:
- Free
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This was interesting and worth a detour if you know anything about the Underground Railroad. Parking available at the gas station.
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