Explore three of Albany’s finest historic sites and museums to explore stories of abolition, freedom, immigration and labor at the Ten Broeck Mansion, The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence, and the Irish American Heritage Museum. Tours begin at 2 pm at the Irish American Heritage  Museum Tour continues at Ten Broeck at 3:30 pm Tour…

Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site will host “Many and Varied Hands,” a traveling exhibit, from July 11th to 29th – this exhibit shares the history of enslaved peoples and their contributions to the development of New York State. It will be available for viewing during Schoharie Crossing State HIstoric Site regular visitation hours of Wednesday -…

Artist Talk: Just Beyond the River Who: Daesha Devon Harris in conversation with Marcus Kwame Anderson When: Thursday, July 30, 2026, 6:00–7:30 PM Where: Alice Moore Black Arts and Cultural Center Free:  Please Click here to RSVP on Eventbrite Join us for an evening conversation with acclaimed artist Daesha Devon Harris, whose work explores the…

Join with other crafters for an enjoyable, relaxed evening of crafting and socializing. Bring your own craft to work on. Every Monday evening from 7pm-9pm at The Myers Residence. Parking is on the street. Restroom facility is available. Light snacks will be available. How is Craft Night related to the mission of UREC? Harriet Myers…

  Come see the amazing work of our YALI 2026 teens. They have worked together and worked hard over the last five weeks to learn and apply their learning to their Legacy Projects. Join in celebrating their accomplishments. 1pm - 3pm at The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence, 194 Livingston Avenue, Albany.      

REGISTER TO VOTE! YOUR VOTE IS VITAL TO PRESERVING OUR DEMOCRACY! The November midterms are closing in fast! Take action through your vote to make your voice heard and inform the course of history as our abolitionist forebears did! Take a few minutes of your time to stop by the Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence…

Join with other crafters for an enjoyable, relaxed evening of crafting and socializing. Bring your own craft to work on. Every Monday evening from 7pm-9pm at The Myers Residence. Parking is on the street. Restroom facility is available. Light snacks will be available. How is Craft Night related to the mission of UREC? Harriet Myers…

The Executive Board Committee of Underground Railroad Education Center meets virtually at 4pm on the second Tuesday of each month. A zoom link will be sent via email to board officers. If you are not an Executive Committee member but do have something you would like to have included in the UREC Board Meeting agenda,…

The unfinished revolution has a home at The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence through their work with the Underground Railroad. Believing that all Americans have a right to the three promises in the founding document of our nation, antislavery activists worked on many fronts to ensure justice and equity for all. Learn about Stephen and…

Set sail on an evening of discovery highlighting the lives and contributions of Black sailors and maritime workers through storytelling, hands-on exploration, and a curated book display. Guests are encouraged to come dressed for an adventure on the water. This program was researched by and will be led by representatives from The Underground Railroad Education Center,…

Join with interested community volunteers to help preserve UREC collections. No experience necessary. Instructions provided as needed. This working meeting will be held in person at The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence. See you there!