The Salem Chapel, British Methodist Episcopal Church Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad NHS is a place of faith, cultural heritage centre and museum. Built by African American freedom seekers in 1855 this former African Methodist Episcopal Church is where Harriet Tubman, the famous Underground Railroad conductor known as Moses worshiped when she was a resident of St. Catharines. The church recognizes the achievements of the early Black community, maintains historic artifacts and photographs and highlights the heroic, freedom fighter, Harriet Tubman.
Salem Chapel BME Church Harriet Tubman NHS
St. Catharines, Ontario
- Type
- Places of Faith
- Address
- 92 Geneva Street, St. Catharines, ON, Canada
Get directions - Hours
- By appointment only
- Phone
- 905-682-0993
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Washrooms
Location
92 Geneva Street, St. Catharines, ON, Canada
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