Pop-Up Talk: Harriet Tubman and the History of the United States

Park Event · Harriet Tubman National Historical Park · Aug 29, 2026 · 10:00 AM–12:00 PM

Discover how the fight for freedom echoed across generations and reflect on the stories that shaped – and continue to shape – our nation 250 years after its birth. Dive into a hands-on timeline activity featuring major events from both U.S. history and Harriet Tubman’s life.

Using your own knowledge and ranger guidance, place the missing pieces in chronological order to make the connections between the nation’s history and Tubman's personal journey. As you work through the timeline, you’ll uncover how national events influenced Tubman’s world, what those events meant for her, and how she overcame them.

Source: National Park Service (public domain).