Secret Codes or Messages



 

The Underground Railroad Story Quilt - an interactive version of the quilt constructed by Barbara Payne of Columbus, Ohio.  It depicts several motifs which played a vital role in the history and success of the Underground Railroad.



After exploring this quilt check out the other resources available for teachers to use in exploring the Underground Railroad and African American quilts.

 



How does this site relate to the Quilt Code myth?  See this article by Barbara Brackman for more information.



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