Williamsport- “Harriet Tubman,’ a conductor on the Underground Railroad, will appear at the Thomas T. Taber Museum of the Lycoming County Historical Society, on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at 2pm. The presentation entitled “Follow the Drinking Gourd” celebrates America250 and is free and open to the public.
“Harriet Tubman’ is portrayed by Dr. Daisy Century. With a background in education and a passion for storytelling, Dr. Century uses her theatrical talents to embody figures such as Harriet Tubman, Bessie Coleman, Madam C. J. Walker, Mary Fields, Phillis Wheatley, Hatshepsut, Cathy Williams (female Buffalo soldier) and Sojourner Truth. Her performances blend dramatic monologue, period costume, and interactive dialogue, making history accessible and engaging for audiences of all ages. Dr. Century’s work has been featured at schools, museums, colleges, Historical Societies, churches, and cultural events across the United States. She has traveled to 30 states thus far. She is deeply committed to historical accuracy and education, using her presentations to illuminate the lives and legacies of trailblazing women and inspire curiosity about the past.
Harriet Tubman was a fearless freedom fighter, abolitionist, and humanitarian whose courage changed American history. Born into slavery in Maryland, she escaped to freedom and returned again and again to guide others to safety through the Underground Railroad. During the Civil War, she served as a scout, spy, and nurse for the Union Army, and she later supported women’s suffrage. Her legacy of bravery, justice, and hope continues to inspire people today.
For further information, please call 570.326.3326.