Freedom Tours
As the story goes, folklore of the area led to the naming of the winery. During the 1800s, enslaved families ran through the area under cover of night against the backdrop of the Niagara Escarpment, which guided them to the Niagara River, and once across on Canadian soil...to Freedom!
Regional Opportunities
In the 1800s, enslaved people ran from the South aided by the Underground Railroad, and escaped through the forests of the Niagara Escarpment under cover of night, from the Erie Canal to the Niagara River, which is 18 miles north of the winery, and once across, to freedom in Canada. Hence, our name ~ Freedom Run Winery.
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Weather permitting, stroll on the Freedom Art Walk through the vineyards and apple orchard, and up to the Niagara Escarpment which runs through the property.
Continue your tour of the area with a visit to the following places to learn more about the history of the Underground Railroad:
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Explore the history of the Underground Railway at the nearby Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Heritage Center, with a visit to one of the natural wonders of the world, Niagara Falls;
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End the day with dinner in the quaint town of Lewistown, NY, after a visit to the Freedom Crossing Monument, which honors Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad.
Group Opportunities
The land at Freedom Run Winery offers a chance to congregate, contemplate, and commune with nature. Enjoy a wine tasting and a stroll on our Freedom Art Walk to the base of the Niagara Escarpment, which runs through the center of Freedom Run Winery. Tastings are $10 for individuals or $12 for groups of 6 or more.
Groups: Please call the Tasting Room at 716-433-4136 to arrange your group's personalized Freedom Tour or individuals can click here to reserve today.