Underground Railroad

6:30 p.m.:  Campfire Storytelling Presentation by Joe McGill and Dontavius Williams at the Harrods Creek Farm Slave Cemetery Site.  Encampment by the 12^th U.S. Colored Heavy Artillery. The 12^th U.S. Colored Calvary represents a group that reconstituted the 12^th and conduct encampments for special events. The soldiers represent African Americans from Kentucky who fought for the Union in the Civil War. Over 24,000 African Americans in Kentucky enlisted in the Union. Cost $5 per person, includes meal and non-alcoholic beverage. Family friendly, children 5 and under free. Children will receive a National Park Service Junior Ranger Badge and Underground Railroad activity book. Held at Harrods Creek Farm, 1629 N. Hwy. 1694.  Pre-registration required by calling 502.222.0826.  Directions will be given to the site with registration.