The Democratic Engagement Dialogue Series invites participants into a collective exploration of the meaning and power of democracy, inclusion, and collaboration as a choice, a way of thinking, and a way of life. Together, we will examine strategies for engaging in dialogue that transcends disagreement, promotes belonging, leverages our diversity, and strengthens democratic participation. Participants…
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…
Stop over at Lincoln Park on Saturday, September 19 between 12noon-6pm to celebrate Mississippi Day organized by Alice Moore Black Arts and Cultural Center and The Center for Law and Justice.
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…
Sojourner Truth, born enslaved in New York State, overcame enormous obstacles to become a nationally known speaker and activist for equal rights and justice. Spending her life, both enslaved and free, in Kingston, New York, she is a woman to be celebrated! Join the Underground Railroad Education Center on Saturday, September 26 for a coach…
Bring out the garden gloves and get ready to pretty up The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence Campus. Join with Alpha Phi Omega students from RPI and College of St. Rose Alumni from 10am - 3pm. Planting, mowing, reboxing library books, cleaning jewel weed out of the Shade Garden, and more. Only have an hour?…
Visit UREC who will be tabling at the annual Upper Madison Street Fair from 3pm-4:30pm on Sunday, September 27. At the Upper Madison Street Fair, the street comes alive with music, art, dance and more. Kids and kids at heart will love all the FREE activities in the Kids Zone. Adults love FREE opportunities to…
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…
Seniors in the Albany, NY Capital Region – you are invited to begin your creative journey at the Historic Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence with award-winning artists Shirley Clark and Marcus Kwame. Enjoy a FREE 10-week relaxing art experience — Fridays, August 14 - October 16 - 2pm-3:30pm Register online HERE or CALL (518) 621-7793…
Join us to celebrate the opening reception of Echoes of Education: Generations of Black Voices in Albany. As the third installation in our Black Experience Series, this exhibit explores stories of Black educators and community advocates who have worked to shape education in Albany. Informed by oral interviews and developed by Youth Curators of our Museum…
Call ahead to schedule your tour at The Myers Residence. Saturday tours are hosted at 12:30pm and at 2:00pm. Please call 518-621-7793 or email us at https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/contact/ to register Admission payments can be made online at https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/tours/ or at The Myers Residence via cash, check, and credit card. Don’t forget to check out Myers Mercantile…
UREC who will be tabling at the October 4 Big Gay Market held in Washington Park in Albany, NY from 11am-4pm. Pay us a visit! 100 Vendors Free Kids' craft space Community Clothing swap Musical entertainment Full details available at https://www.abiggaymarket.com/october-market