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The John W Jones Museum was established to honor the life and work of John W. Jones, a former slave who became a church sexton, helped approximately 800 runaway slaves escape to freedom on the Underground Railway, and ensured that almost 3,000 Confederate soldiers were given a respectful burial. The museum is housed inside the home Jones lived in until he passed away in 1900, which still sits on its original property, and in addition to telling the story of Jones' life, it provides information about Elmira's role in the Underground Railway and the history of the African Americans who settled in the Elmira area.

1250 Davis St, Elmira, NY 14901

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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