Isaac T. Hopper – “Father of the Underground Railroad”
Isaac T. Hopper (1771-1852) was a pioneer abolitionist and social reformer. He is sometimes considered to be the “Father of the Underground Railroad”.
Social Reform
Gerrit Smith – Social Justice Trailblazer made in New York
Gerrit Smith was a wealthy radical abolitionist and social reformer from NY. He donated millions to social causes and helped hundreds of slaves.
Harriot Eaton Stanton Blatch – Mobilizing Woman-Power
Harriot Eaton Stanton Blatch played a crucial role in expanding the women’s rights movement to working women and achieving full voting rights for women.
Abigail Hopper Gibbons (1801-1891): Abolitionist and Social Reformer
Abigail Hopper Gibbons was a social reformer and abolitionist active in New York City. Her father was Isaac T. Hopper, “Father of the Underground Railroad”.