Destination Freedom | Walking tour of courage & history in Waverly
Destination Freedom in Waverly, PA is a walking tour that explores the village’s documented connections to the Underground Railroad and Civil War–era history. The experience highlights Waverly’s role as a place of refuge for formerly enslaved individuals and the local abolitionists who supported them. The tour is designed to educate while encouraging thoughtful reflection on freedom, resistance and community action.
The route begins at the Waverly Community House and guides visitors through the surrounding area using carefully researched historical narratives. Stops include sites that once served as homes, schools, churches and meeting places tied to abolitionist efforts. Hickory Grove Cemetery is also featured, including sections dedicated to formerly enslaved individuals who settled in the area. Each location shares stories grounded in primary research and archival documentation.
Destination Freedom offers self-guided walking tours, self-guided audio tours and guided experiences for individuals, small groups and larger educational groups. Visitors can explore at their own pace or engage more deeply through facilitated programs and public offerings. The tour is managed by the Waverly Community House and is recognized by the National Park Service’s Underground Railroad Network to Freedom.
Destination Freedom in Waverly delivers a meaningful way to engage with local history and honor the fight for freedom.
