Karolyn Smardz Frost facts for kids

Karolyn Smardz Frost is a Canadian historian, archaeologist, and professor. She is known for her important work in history, especially about the Underground Railroad. In 2007, she won the prestigious Governor General's Award for English-language non-fiction for her book I’ve Got a Home in Glory Land: A Lost Tale of the Underground Railroad.

Who is Karolyn Smardz Frost?

Karolyn Smardz Frost is a talented Canadian historian. She also works as an archaeologist and teaches history. She has studied many different subjects. She earned a bachelor's degree in Archaeology. She also has a master's degree in Classical Studies. Later, she completed her PhD in Canadian History.

Her Journey as a Historian

Karolyn Smardz Frost helped start Toronto's Archaeological Resource Centre. This center teaches school children about archaeology. It helps young people learn about history by exploring old sites. Her work helps connect students with the past.

Telling Important Stories

In 1985, Smardz Frost led an important excavation. She dug up the home of Thornton and Lucie Blackburn. They were a couple who escaped slavery using the Underground Railroad. She later shared their amazing story in her 2007 book, I’ve Got a Home in Glory Land: A Lost Tale of the Underground Railroad. This book helped many people learn about this brave couple.

Her 2017 book, Steal Away Home, also tells a powerful story. This book was turned into a drama film. The film, called Steal Away, was adapted by screenwriter Tamara Faith Berger and directed by Clement Virgo. It was released in 2025.

Books by Karolyn Smardz Frost

• The underground railroad: next stop, Toronto! (2003) with Adrienne L Shadd and Afua Cooper
• I've got a home in glory land: a lost tale of the underground railroad (2007)