Events

Chesapeake Webinar Series – Harriet Tubman as a Naturalist

When: Monday, October 21, 2024, 12PM – 1PM

Explore Harriet Tubman’s remarkable legacy as a conductor of liberation on the Underground Railroad through historical insights on her deep understanding of flora and fauna, astronomy, herbal medicine, and geography of the Chesapeake Region. This webinar will dive in to the history and operations of Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historic Park and examine how Tubman’s natural skills were essential to the safety and hope of the freedom-seekers she guided North.

With Special Guest:
Deanna Mitchell
Superintendent, Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historic Park

Registration: http://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E333504&id=52

Walkin’ through Eastern Shore

When: Sunday, November 3, 2024

Join We BE Walkin’ and Chesapeake Conservancy for a fall day walk on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, exploring the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park. Event highlights include a ranger-led tour of the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park visitor center/museum, Blackwater Refuge trail, Visitor Center and Museum and a 2-mile easy/moderate trail walk. For more information and registration, check out the event site here.

For any transportation-related questions, please contact [email protected]

Bay Bridge Run

When: Sunday, November 10, 2024

Your only chance to run or walk across the majestic Chesapeake Bay Bridge which is typically closed to pedestrians! Runner and walkers, we’re excited to once again be a charity partner for The Bay Bridge Run! We have spots for our charity runner team, and participants receive free race registrations, shirts, an early start time, and access to a special finish line tent. Your efforts help preserve the Chesapeake for current and future generations. Contact [email protected] for more information.