Live to be Free....

I didn’t realize it at the time, but a trip to the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center in Cincinnati, Ohio, in 2005 would forever change my life. My visit to this historic museum, dedicated to the Underground Railroad, brought to life the heroic efforts of North American slaves who struggled diligently to free themselves from the oppressive grip of slavery. Growing up in Columbus, Ohio, my neighborhood was home to several Underground Railroad stations. I grew up literally feet away from this historical landmark.

I had wanted to visit the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center for quite some time to gain a better understanding of who I was and where I came from. As I toured the museum, I saw images that would be forever seared not only into my mind but also into my soul. Images of courageous souls fighting for freedom, justice, and ultimately their lives. These images would come to serve as an inspiration for my new game, Freedom Walk.

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I firmly believe that to completely understand who we are, we must first understand where we came from. It is the heroic efforts of people like Harriet Tubman, who put her very life on the line to help slaves escape to freedom that inspire me to appreciate the freedoms I posses today. Freedom Walk is more than a board game. Freedom Walk represents man’s pursuit of freedom. Freedom to take control of our own lives and determine our own success. As you play Freedom Walk, please keep in mind the freedoms you enjoy today are a direct result of all those brave souls who came before you. Enjoy Freedom Walk!

Do You Have the Strength and Courage to Escape to Freedom?

Come on an extraordinary journey as you experience life as a brave and courageous North American slave fighting for freedom, justice and ultimately your life. Making your way around the game board, you’ll encounter the famous Underground Railroad, a vast network of people who helped fugitive slaves escape to the North and up to Canada. Make no mistake about it; Freedom Walk will test your will to survive. You’ll experience trial, tribulation, and ultimately triumph as you wind your way from the Plantation to the Promised Land.

Freedom Walk is more than simply a board game. It is a deeply immersive and educational gaming experience. Never has such an authentic representation of slavery been seen in the gaming world. Gather the family and get ready for the fight of your life!

THIS IS YOUR LIFE

THIS IS FREEDOM WALK!

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Game Play

Freedom Walk consists of 2-8 players and one auctioneer in charge of reading trivia cards and distributing money at the auction block. Players round the game board in an effort to escape slavery and bring their family to Canada. The first player with the most family members to reach Canada is declared the winner. Game play continues until all players reach Canada.

Contents:

  • 200 Trivia Questions
  • 100 Blue deck and 100 Red deck
  • Puzzle
  • Game Board
  • Game Pawns
  • Money: 1’s, 5’s, 10’s, 20’s, and 50’s
  • Game Rules
  • 30-Second Sand Timer