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UNDERGROUND RAILROAD MUSEUM
OHIO VALLEY

A Renowned Museum in Flushing, Ohio

The Underground Railroad Museum is located in Flushing, Ohio. It features an extensive collection of 8,000 items.

The museum was founded in 1993 by the late Dr. John Mattox and his late wife, Rosalind, to preserve the past for future generations. The exhibits portray what is known about slavery and the Underground Railroad in Ohio and present an understanding of the culture in the 1800s. Much of the information and artifacts Mattox has gathered came from local sources. Mattox and the museum were accepted to the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom Program and as of 2023 was added to Ohio's Underground Railroad Historic Trail.


     Visitors to the museum are encouraged to tell their own stories and to ask questions as they observe the vast collection of objects, artifacts, and documents of the three-story building. The goal of the museum is to demonstrate what we all have in common today rather than placing blame and to prompt young people to seek additional awareness and wisdom.

The Ohio Valley area was very active in the Underground Railroad during the 19th century, having been home to many Quaker settlers who were passionate abolitionists. 

Donations Welcome!

Our museum is possible through donations from folks like you!  Consider donating today at the link below:

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Hours

Seasonal Hours

March - October
Thurs - Sat: 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. EST

Off-Season Hours

November - February

Appointment Only

CONTACT US

121 High St, Flushing, OH 43977, USA

740-963-3036

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