Underground Railroad Tour
30-minute walking tour: Shows how & where many carefully planned escapes unfolded, and reveals courageous individuals who led the way.
High St. Landing
Go to #2: Head West down High Street, turn right (North) down Crawford St. staying on the left side of the road.
Crawford House Hotel, Crawford Parkway and Queen Street
demolished 1970
Go to #3: Continue North on Crawford St. Turn Left (West) down North Street.
Macon House
Corner of Middle and North Streets
Go to #4: Across the street. Looking North.
300 North Street
Go to #5: Continue west down North Street (roughly 5 houses down)
316 North Street
Go to #6: Continue West down North Street. Turn Left (South) down Court St until you get to Glasgow St. Turn right (West) down Glasgow St. until you arrive at the Park on your left.
Glasgow Street Park
Go to #7: Continue West down Glasgow St. Turn Right (North) on Dinwiddie St. until North St. Turn Left (West) on North Street. You will see the Church on your Left.
Emanuel AME Church
1857-present
End of Tour
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Disclaimer: The City of Portsmouth Walking Tour is provided for informational purposes only. Participants acknowledge and assume all risks associated with the tour, including being aware of road intersections and road construction, and The City of Portsmouth holds no liability for any injuries or incidents that may occur during the tour. Participants are responsible for their own safety and well-being.