Old State Capitol gets Underground Railroad designation – NPR (Illinois)

Old State Capitol According to a news release “The Old State Capitol served as the seat of the Illinois Supreme Court from 1841 to 1872. During this time, the Court heard several cases that effected freedom seekers and allies operating within Illinois’ Underground Railroad."

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