Woodlawn Farm – Underground Railroad Site

This Farm was established in 1824 by Michael Huffaker, who bought land east of Jacksonville, and built a cabin for their growing family and four cabins for free black families and later hid fleeing slaves there. Tours by appointment.

Getting There & Details

Admission
$5 donation
Hours
By Appointment
Address
1463 Gierke Lane
Phone
800-593-5678
Email
[email protected]
Website
www.woodlawnfarm.com
Map
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