Lakeview's Harriet Tubman Elementary School Gets A New Sign

CHICAGO (CBS) -- A Chicago public school renamed last year for an iconic African American woman who helped others escape slavery, is getting a new sign today.

The new sign is now on display at Harriet Tubman Elementary in Lakeview. The school used to be called Agassiz Elementary, but was re-named for Tubman last June. She helped others find a path to freedom through the Underground Railroad.

Illinois State Senator Sara Feigenholtz (D-6) and Alderman Tom Tunney (44th) helped raise money for the new school sign. The official unveiling is planned for Monday afternoon.

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