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Beyond the River
February 1 and 2, 2003; Ripley First Presbyterian Church, Ripley, Ohio. A joyous, prayerful celebration in music and words to honor the heroes of the Ripley line of the Underground Railroad and welcome the publication of "Beyond the River" by Ann Hagedorn.


Ann Hagedorn reads from "Beyond the River"


Original songs based on the Underground Railroad were written and performed by Allen Schwartz.


Allen Schwartz Front Street Productions

Click here to download a small (15 second)  movie of Allen, Harriet Jackson and the Beebe Chapel Choir at the event on February 1 at the Ripley First Presbyterian Church. This is a large file, so will take time to download from the web unless you have a high speed connection.


Ann autographs her latest work


Carl Westmoreland of the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center emphasizes the importance of sharing this important story with  our children.


The Corner Peddler shop window celebrates the home of Reverend John Rankin and the publication of Beyond the River by Ann Hagedorn.


First Ripley Presbyterian Church

This doll, available at the River Breeze shop, is handmade and represents the harrowing story of Eliza of Uncle Toms Cabin fleeing across the river to safety on the banks of the Ohio.


Betty Campbell welcomes visitors to a tour of historic Ripley after the February 1 performance.