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Harriet Tubman National Historical Park
Harriet Tubman’s Chosen Home in Auburn
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Harriet Tubman National Historical Park in Auburn and Fleming, New York, interprets the later years of Tubman’s life and her ties to family and community. The National Park Service says Tubman chose a seven-acre farm near Auburn in 1859, where she created a home for her family. The park’s story includes several separate locations and partner sites, not one single visitor building.
Fun facts
- Harriet Tubman chose Auburn, New York, as her home in 1859.
- The NPS identifies the farm as a place where she brought family and built a life in freedom.
- The park includes multiple locations connected with Tubman’s life and legacy.
Before you go
- Check the NPS site map to distinguish NPS facilities from partner-operated locations.
- Some locations have limited services or restoration work; confirm access before travelling.
- Approach the history with care: use NPS historical materials and avoid reducing Tubman’s life to a simplified inspirational slogan.
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Focus on a respectful landscape or historic-home context without staging people or reenactments
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In 1859, Harriet Tubman chose a farm near Auburn, New York, as a home for her family. Today, Harriet Tubman National Historical Park interprets the places and communities connected with her later life. The park spans several locations, so check the NPS map and current access information before planning a visit.
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