Midwest Underground Railroad Network will host a presentation at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 16, at St. Peter Claver Catholic Church, 14139 Claire Blvd. in Robbins.
“The Underground Railroad in South Chicagoland” will feature Larry McClellan, noted historian and author. He will highlight documented Underground Railroad routes and safe havens throughout the region — including historical sites located in Robbins itself.
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