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The Underground Railroad and South Bend
2026-09-30 18:30:00 2026-09-30 19:30:00 America/New_York The Underground Railroad and South Bend Aaron Helman shares stories of the Underground Railroad in and around South Bend and Cass County, Michigan. Main Library - Community Learning Center -

Wednesday, September 30
6:30pm - 7:30pm

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Aaron Helman shares stories of the Underground Railroad in and around South Bend and Cass County, Michigan.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History & Genealogy | America 250 |

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The Underground Railroad and South Bend
Wed, Sep 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Aaron Helman shares stories of the Underground Railroad in and around South Bend and Cass County, Michigan.
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