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John Parker House

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330 N Front St
Ripley, OH 45167
+1 (937) 392-4188
http://johnparkerhouse.org
This man is an exceptional figure in the history of the Underground Railroad. He was separated from his family and sold into slavery at age 8. He worked to buy his freedom, then risked it all by helping others to escape slavery. The docent at this house had extraordinary knowledge of the man.

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Fascinating story of John P. Parker, a True American Hero!
10/17/2024

Docent Dewey Scott tells the fascinating story of John P. Parker, a True American Hero! Born into sl...

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Stop at the Parker house for a chat with Dewey.
9/23/2024

Dewey is so knowledgeable about the history of John Parker and John Rankin. It was a very enjoyable ...

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An Inspiring Story
11/24/2022

Others have noted it and I can only repeat - take the time to hear John Parker's story told in a mov...

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