It's been 30 years since the concept of a museum telling the story of the Underground Railroad and the fight for freedom finally came to fruition. In May of 1995, the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center officially incorporated, and nine years later, the museum opened its doors to visitors along the banks of the Ohio River in Cincinnati.

The Freedom Center is marking its 30th anniversary this weekend with a private event Friday night for founding members and longtime donors, then a public Community Unity Day is set for Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This will include free admission, musical performances, and early access to two new exhibits.

WVXU spoke with National Underground Railroad Freedom Center President and COO Woodrow "Woody" Keown, who reflected on the first 30 years, an

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