Do you enjoy talking with people and sharing your passion for Oberlin and its history? Then consider becoming a volunteer OHC Tour Guide! Volunteer guides have either flexible or regular shifts, and OHC has several types of tours guides can choose from, including both indoor and outdoor experiences.
Questions? Contact Museum Education & Tour Manager Amanda Manahan.
Freedom’s Friends: Abolition & the Underground Railroad History Walk Training
Saturday, May 17 from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m
Join us for a two-hour training of our most popular outdoor history walk. The training will cover content relating to Oberlin’s commitment to racial integration, the community’s role in abolition and the Underground Railroad, stories of freedom seekers, and what followed the abolishment of slavery. Even if you are unsure of your interest in giving this history walk, the information included is reflected in many of OHC’s tours and offerings and provides more insight into the history of the community. All training attendees will receive a tour guide manual and a complimentary pass to shadow this tour during a public offering.
This tour is typically offered on select Saturdays and by group appointment April-October.
If you are interested, please RSVP to Amanda Manahan at tourinfo@oberlinheritage.org by Tuesday, May 13.