The Hubbard House Underground Railroad Museum

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The Hubbard House Underground Railroad Museum

The Hubbard House built by William and Katherine Hubbard in 1841, served as an endpoint of the UGRR.

05/26/2026

The Hubbard House Underground Railroad Museum would like to extend a thank you to the students and staff from John P. Parker School in Cincinnati, Ohio, for visiting us!

We truly enjoyed sharing the rich history and legacy of the Underground Railroad with your group. A special thank you as well for taking the time to interview Board Chair Sharone Sing and Jim Spencer for your podcast — what an incredible opportunity to continue educating and inspiring others through conversation and storytelling.

We hope you had a wonderful and safe trip to Canada following your visit to the Hubbard House. Thank you again for spending part of your journey with us. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future!

05/19/2026

🖤 Juneteenth Walkthrough at the Hubbard House UGRR Museum 🖤
In observance of Juneteenth, the Hubbard House Underground Railroad Museum will host a museum walkthrough on:
🗓️ Sunday, June 14th
🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 1603 Walnut Blvd, Ashtabula, OH 44004
Come explore the powerful history of the Underground Railroad and the role the Hubbard House played in the fight for freedom.
💖 Donations are welcome and help us preserve this historic landmark and its legacy.
Let’s remember, reflect, and celebrate together. We look forward to welcoming you

05/08/2026

A heartfelt thank you to Erie Day School in Erie, Pennsylvania for visiting the Hubbard House Underground Railroad Museum!
We were honored to welcome such an outstanding group of seventh grade students who were respectful, engaged, thoughtful, and truly a joy to host.

Special thanks to the amazing teachers who helped make this visit so meaningful:
• Brian Gutowski (History)
• Mitchell McVeigh (Music)
• Janis Filbeck (English)

Your students asked wonderful questions and showed a genuine interest in learning and connecting with history. Experiences like these remind us why preserving and sharing these important stories matters so much.

Thank you again for spending part of your day with us — we hope to welcome Erie Day School back again soon! ❤️

05/01/2026

“We were honored to welcome Bill McNutt and the New Apostolic Church of Kingsville, Ohio, to the Hubbard House—where every visit helps carry history forward.”

04/28/2026

Join us at the Hubbard House Underground Railroad Museum as we open our doors for another incredible season of history, storytelling, and legacy.

📅 Opening Memorial Day Weekend
🗓️ Every Saturday & Sunday through Labor Day Weekend
🕐 1:00 PM – First Tour
🕒 3:00 PM – Second Tour

Step into history and experience the powerful stories of the Underground Railroad right here in our community.

🎟️ To schedule a tour, please
https://instant-scheduling.com/sch.php?kn=3592801

🌐 Learn more:
https://hubbardhouseugrrmuseum.org/

04/27/2026

We’re excited to share that members of a local Kiwanis Club from Northeast Ohio visited the Hubbard House Underground Railroad Museum for a special tour!

We were honored to welcome Marcia Copeland, Larry Hudson, Marty Cephas and John Shouvlin, as we continue to share the powerful history and legacy of the Underground Railroad in our community.

03/03/2026

What an Incredible Afternoon at the 2026 Hubbard House Recognition Awards!

We were honored to welcome our dynamic speakers, Pastor Nicholas Hull and Mayo Makinde, whose powerful words reminded us of the importance of faith, leadership, and community impact.

We proudly celebrated our 2026 Hubbard House Underground Railroad Museum Recognition Award Recipients:
🏆 Elijah Lyons
🏆 Fred Robsel
🏆 Dr. Natalyn Gibbs
🏆 Ashley Bell
🏆 James Mayer
🏆 Pastor Steve Sargent

Each of these individuals represents service, dedication, and a deep commitment to strengthening our communities.

A very special thank you to:
Photographer Mychal Lilly for capturing the afternoon so beautifully.
Cakes by Tyrrea (Tyrrea Byrd) for the amazing desserts that made the celebration even sweeter.
Olajuwan Smith for providing outstanding technical support and ensuring everything ran smoothly.

We also extend our appreciation to our incredible Board of Directors and dedicated volunteers — your commitment, preparation, and servant leadership made this event possible.

Thank you to everyone who continues to support the mission of the Hubbard House Underground Railroad Museum — preserving history and inspiring future generations.

02/26/2026

✨ Join Us for the 2026 Hubbard House Recognition Awards ✨

On Saturday, February 28 at 11:00 AM, the Hubbard House Underground Railroad Museum will proudly honor six outstanding leaders whose dedication, service, and impact continue to strengthen our community.

🏆 Honorees:
Fred Robsel
Ashley Bell
Steve Sargent
Elijah Lyons
James Mayer
Dr. Natalyn Gibbs

🎤 Special Guest Speakers:
Pastor Nicholas Hull
Mayo Makinde

Together, we celebrate leadership, service, faith, and the enduring legacy of those who uplift Ashtabula County and beyond.

📍 Hubbard House Underground Railroad Museum
🗓 February 28
⏰ 11:00 AM
Seating is limited.

We look forward to celebrating with you!

02/22/2026

The Hubbard House Underground Railroad Museum was honored to be represented at the Governor’s Residence for a Black History Month Event in Columbus, Ohio.

Board Chair Sharone Sing and his wife, Shirley Sing, along with Executive Director Sally Bradley, joined leaders from across the state in recognizing and celebrating the history, legacy, and enduring contributions of African Americans throughout Ohio and our nation.

As a historic Underground Railroad site, participation in this special statewide celebration holds deep meaning for our organization. The work of preserving history is not only about remembering the past, but also inspiring future generations to lead with courage, understanding, and unity.

We are proud to represent Ashtabula County and grateful for opportunities to share the continuing story of freedom, resilience, and hope that the Hubbard House stands for every day.

02/08/2026

✨ 2026 Hubbard House Underground Railroad Museum Recognition Awards

Join us on Saturday, February 28 at 11:00 AM at the Hubbard House Underground Railroad Museum as we celebrate the 2026 award recipients whose dedication has strengthened our community and beyond. *Seating is limited.*

We are proud to honor this year’s Hubbard House recipients:

🏆 Steve Sargent
🏆 Ashley Bell
🏆 Fred Robsel
🏆 Elijah Lyons
🏆 James Mayer
🏆 Dr. Natalyn Gibbs

This year’s ceremony will feature special guest speakers:

🎤 Pastor Nicholas Hull (House of Freedom)
Topic: “Forward in Faith, Grounded in History”

🎤 Mayo Makinde, President of the Makinde Foundation (Columbus, OH)

Together, we celebrate service, leadership, and the power of history to guide our future. We look forward to sharing this meaningful day with our community.

📍 Hubbard House Underground Railroad Museum
🗓 Saturday, February 28
⏰ 11:00 AM

Address

1603 Walnut Boulevard (PO Box 2666)
Ashtabula, OH
44004

Telephone

(440) 964-8168

Website

http://www.hubbardhouseugrrmuseum.org/, https://hubbardhouseugrrmuseum.org/tours/

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