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SUMMARY:Drawn to Art – for Seniors
DESCRIPTION: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 illustrators\, Shirley Clark and Marcus Kwame.\nEnjoy a FREE 10-week relaxing outdoor art experience — Fridays April 18th – June 20th 2025 — 2pm-3:30pm\nCALL (518) 621-7793 to sign up — space is limited\n  \n*NO previous skill needed\n*ALL supplies provided\n  \nDrawn to Art of Underground Railroad Education Center is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.\n  \nWhere:\nThe Historic Myers Residence\nUnderground Railroad Education Center\n194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany NY
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/drawn-to-art-for-seniors-4/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T095127
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T184549Z
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SUMMARY:The Hidden History of Slavery in New York - documentary
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars and plan to join others in viewing “The Hidden History of Slavery in New York”.\nThis documentary won an award at the 67th annual NY Emmy Awards in 2024.\nLarry Epstein wrote\, produced and researched the project\, and he will present this film along with a Q&A session afterwards.\nZoom in or watch with others from the comfort of the front parlor of The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence. \n  \n\n\nJOIN ZOOM MEETING\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81470323761?pwd=0LkNEP9DjnlkLQMZLs73cq8CGHBRpN.1\nMEETING ID:  814 7032 3761\nPASSCODE:  790879\n\n\n\n\n\nFILM DESCRIPTION \nWith a debate raging in the US about what should and shouldn’t be taught about slavery in schools\, high school student Richard French IV wanted to learn more about New York City’s prominent and largely untold role in the Transatlantic Slave Trade. ‘The Hidden History of Slavery in New York’ is a 30-minute documentary for broadcast television\, that digs deeply into an infamous chapter in our country that hasn’t made its way into the history books.\nHost Richard French IV set out to study the issue and educate others\, after he read the 1619 Project\, and went on a tour of slavery sites in New York City. \nLARRY’S BIO \nLarry is a two-time Emmy award-winning documentary and news producer\, journalist\, writer\, anchor and corporate copywriter. He is currently a writer/reporter for the River Journal\, Peekskill Herald and The Examiner\, and also a freelance producer at News 12. Larry is a former executive producer at MSNBC\, and former senior-level producer at the Fox News Channel and Fox Business Network. \nDONATE\nYour support goes far in helping us continue to bring you more programs and events like this. Please consider donating to this event and Black organizations while you still can.\n“I’d like to donate!”
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/the-hidden-history-of-slavery-in-new-york-documentary/
LOCATION:Hybrid – 194 Livingston Avenue and via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T095127
CREATED:20250414T220433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T220433Z
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SUMMARY:Tour Experiences at The Myers Residence
DESCRIPTION:Call ahead to schedule your tour at The Myers Residence. Tours are usually hosted at 12:30pm and 2:00pm on Saturdays.\nAdmission payments can be made online at https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/tours/ or at The Myers Residence via cash\, check\, and credit card.\nDon’t forget to check out Myers Mercantile while at The Residence. Some great books\, puzzles\, jewlery\, and more.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/tour-experiences-at-the-myers-residence-4/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T095127
CREATED:20250501T141616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T161649Z
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SUMMARY:Drawn to Art – for Seniors
DESCRIPTION: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 illustrators\, Shirley Clark and Marcus Kwame.\nEnjoy a FREE 10-week relaxing outdoor art experience — Fridays April 18th – June 20th 2025 — 2pm-3:30pm\nCALL (518) 621-7793 to sign up — space is limited\n  \n*NO previous skill needed\n*ALL supplies provided\n  \nDrawn to Art of Underground Railroad Education Center is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.\nWhere:\nThe Historic Myers Residence\nUnderground Railroad Education Center\n194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany NY
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/drawn-to-art-for-seniors-5/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T095127
CREATED:20250502T144725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T144725Z
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SUMMARY:History and Heritage Fair in Hoosick Falls
DESCRIPTION:Join UREC at the History and Heritage Fair in Hoosick Falls on Saturday\, May 17 from 10am-3pm. We will be tabling and sharing information about Underground Railroad history\, Underground Railroad Education Center programs\, and the new net-zero Interpretive Center being built that will allow UREC to expand its programming and community event offerings. Stop by to visit! See you there! \nPlanned activitiers at the Fair: \n— Displays showcasing the People\, Places\, and Things of local and regional history.\n— Historic interpreters.\n— Interactive family activities.\n— A free narrated trolley ride to and from the Bennington Battlefield.\n— At the Bennington Battlefield\, visitors can experience living history with musket demonstrations\, tours of the grounds\, and learn about life during that period.\n— The Louis Miller Museum will be open\, showcasing the cultural history of the community.\n— Owls\, hawks\, and other feathered friends will be featured at the fair.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/history-and-heritage-fair-in-hoosick-falls/
LOCATION:Hoosick Armory\, 80 Church St.\, Hoosick Falls\, NY\, 12090
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T095127
CREATED:20250414T220806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T163719Z
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SUMMARY:Tour Experiences at The Myers Residence
DESCRIPTION:Call ahead to schedule your tour at The Myers Residence. Tours are hosted at 12:30pm and 2:00pm on Saturdays.\nAdmission payments can be made online at https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/tours/ or at The Myers Residence via cash\, check\, and credit card.\nDon’t forget to check out Myers Mercantile while at The Residence. Some great books\, puzzles\, jewlery\, and more.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/tour-experiences-at-the-myers-residence-6/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T095127
CREATED:20250501T141917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T161830Z
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SUMMARY:Drawn to Art – for Seniors
DESCRIPTION: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 illustrators\, Shirley Clark and Marcus Kwame.\nEnjoy a FREE 10-week relaxing outdoor art experience — Fridays April 18th – June 20th 2025 — 2pm-3:30pm\nCALL (518) 621-7793 to sign up — space is limited\n  \n*NO previous skill needed\n*ALL supplies provided\n  \nDrawn to Art of Underground Railroad Education Center is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.\nWhere:\nThe Historic Myers Residence\nUnderground Railroad Education Center\n194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany NY
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/drawn-to-art-for-seniors-6/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T095127
CREATED:20250501T230453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T123500Z
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SUMMARY:UREC Reel Talk: Jon Scott Bennett presents ep. 1 "The Mighty Oak in the Forest" The Story of Paul Robeson - from his docu-series "The Peekskill Riots"
DESCRIPTION:On August 27 and September 4th\, 1949\, violence broke out at two concerts held outside Peekskill\, NY\, headlined by black singer\, actor\, and activist Paul Robeson. Citizens of Peekskill\, galvanized by racist and anti-Semitic sentiments and disdain for Robeson’s left-wing views and campaign for civil rights\, started two riots that resulted in hundreds of injuries\, made national news\, and unofficially marked the beginning of the McCarthy era\, which would nearly erase Robeson from the public consciousness. \nWho was he? What did he do? What did he stand for? These questions must be answered in order to understand what brought him to Peekskill. This first episode of a 5-part docu-series will serve not only as an introduction to the story of the concerts\, but it will also introduce the headlining performer\, Paul Robeson\, the first and last casualty of The Peekskill Riots. \nViewing and conversation will be possible through a zoom link and through participation from the comfort of the front parlor of The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence. \n  \nJOIN ZOOM MEETING \n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/89114470494?pwd=ywkqL1PeUctFvt2tzNH6Li2NoK5zUE.1\nMEETING ID:  891 1447 0494\nPASSCODE:  195138\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kgxIXWgeC\n\n  \nABOUT JON SCOTT \nDocumentarian Jon Scott Bennett has gained national recognition for his coverage of the Peekskill riots of 1949 and his previous films covering under-discussed history including The Pound Ridge Massacre and The Leatherman. Bennett bridges the gap between in-person and online audiences to share the important stories hidden in our backyard.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/the-peekskill-riots-documentary-series-pt-1/
LOCATION:Hybrid – 194 Livingston Avenue and via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T095127
CREATED:20250414T221031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T163645Z
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SUMMARY:Tour Experiences at The Myers Residence
DESCRIPTION:Call ahead to schedule your tour at The Myers Residence. Tours are hosted at 12:30pm and 2:00pm on Saturdays.\nAdmission payments can be made online at https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/tours/ or at The Myers Residence via cash\, check\, and credit card.\nDon’t forget to check out Myers Mercantile while at The Residence. Some great books\, puzzles\, jewlery\, and more.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/tour-experiences-at-the-myers-residence-7/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T095127
CREATED:20250417T153426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T232614Z
UID:4329-1748095200-1748098800@undergroundrailroadhistory.org
SUMMARY:FreedomCon 2025: Voices of Freedom
DESCRIPTION:Authors across time have challenged us to look back at history and learn what we missed\, to relearn what we had not fully understood\, to reexamine in more detail new information\, to consider new interpretations of old stories\, to understand the past and present from new voices uncovered and new voices reclaimed. In their gift for writing authors offer to us words\, feelings\, stories\, descriptions in words captured in print and preserved for generations. Their words become our eyes viewing into another world that compels\, elucidates\, clarifies\, that expands our understandings and our horizons. Their words call us to look and listen again\, and to be changed. Join with UREC as we engage with a selection of authors who gift us with their works of art. \nVirtual workshop presentations via Zoom will be held on the 4th Saturday of each month from 2pm-3pm. Presentations are recorded and made available to registrants for one month after the presentation. Registration cost is $12 per session. Members can include a 10% member discount off the total registration.  \nHere’s the lineup – \n(5/24) Reckoning with Ancestral Sins: How I Discovered my Family’s Slaveholding Past\, and What I Did About It by Debra Bruno\n(6/28) In Defiance: Runaways from Slavery in New York’s Hudson River Valley 1735-1831 by Susan Stessin-Cohn and Ashley Hurlburt-Biagini\n(7/26) In Defiance: 20 Abolitionists You Were Never Taught in School by Tom Weiner and Amilcar Shabazz\n(8/23) Bearing Witness: Exploring the Legacy of Enslavement in Ulster County\, NY by Susan Stessin-Cohn\, Ashley Hurlburt-Biagini\, Philip White and Albert Cook\n(9/27) Conversations in the American Landscape: History\, Place\, and Justice by Katie Wu and Louis P. Nelson\n(10/25) Cinderella of Belvoir: A Dream of Freedom On the Underground Railroad by Dionne Patterson \nComplete Information and Registration is available by clicking HERE
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/freedomcon-2025-voices-of-freedom/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250526
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250527
DTSTAMP:20260415T095127
CREATED:20250501T201132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T201132Z
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SUMMARY:Memorial Day - The Myers Residence will be closed
DESCRIPTION:We apologize for any inconvenience this may have\, but the staff at The Myers Residence would like to share time with their families\, so to that end The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence will be closed on Memorial Day\, Monday\, May 26. \nThe Residence will resume its regular schedule on Tuesday\, May 27. \nThank you for your understanding.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/memorial-day-the-myers-residence-will-be-closed/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T095127
CREATED:20250507T170957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T171031Z
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SUMMARY:Headstone Installation for Stephen and Harriet Myers - join the planning team
DESCRIPTION:The headstone for Stephen and Harriet Myers’s gravesite in Albany Rural Cemetery has been completed. Can you join with community members to plan and implement a ceremony to be held at the unveiling which is being planned for Saturday\, September 20\, 2025? Time is yet to be determined. A reception is also being planned to be held at Israel AME Church in Albany following the unveiling.\n  \nInterested in joining in the planning and implementation? Contact Paul Stewart at 518-621-7793 or at  https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/contact/\n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/headstone-installation-for-stephen-and-harriet-myers-join-the-planning-team/
LOCATION:Israel AME Church\, 381 Hamilton Street\, Albany\, NY\, 12210
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T183000
DTSTAMP:20260415T095127
CREATED:20250414T222642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T200856Z
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SUMMARY:Lift Every Voice: Democratic Engagement Community Conversations – you are invited
DESCRIPTION:Excelsior’s Center for Social Justice\, the Civic Engagement Rope Team\, the Underground Railroad Education Center\, and the Capital Region DEIBJ Leadership Consortium are thrilled to invite you to participate in our 2025 democratic engagement dialogue sessions. During each of the virtual sessions\, our dialogue will focus on: \n\ncollective exploration of the meaning and power of democracy as a way of thinking and a lifestyle;\nthe importance and strategies to create and engage in dialogue that transcends disagreement\, promotes inclusion\, leverages our diversity\, and strengthens democracy; and\nconcrete actions we all could pursue to participate in and promote democracy in our daily environments.\n\nThe democratic engagement dialogue sessions seek to help us reimagine our interactions and conversations\, our collective contribution\, and our engagement as tools for inclusivity\, progress\, and democratic resilience. \nThe democratic engagement dialogue sessions will take place once per month on the dates and times below. Please register through the corresponding link:\n5/29 at 5:30PM. Register Here\n6/26 at 5:30PM. Registration link in development. (Link coming)
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/lift-every-voice-democratic-engagement-community-conversations-you-are-invited/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T095127
CREATED:20250501T142214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T161950Z
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SUMMARY:Drawn to Art – for Seniors
DESCRIPTION: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 illustrators\, Shirley Clark and Marcus Kwame.\nEnjoy a FREE 10-week relaxing outdoor art experience — Fridays April 18th – June 20th 2025 — 2pm-3:30pm\nCALL (518) 621-7793 to sign up — space is limited\n  \n*NO previous skill needed\n*ALL supplies provided\n  \nDrawn to Art of Underground Railroad Education Center is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.\n  \nWhere:\nThe Historic Myers Residence\nUnderground Railroad Education Center\n194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany NY
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/drawn-to-art-for-seniors-7/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T095127
CREATED:20250501T231645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T123237Z
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SUMMARY:UREC Reel Talk: Jon Scott Bennett presents ep. 4 "A Long Ways From Home" of his docu-series "The Peekskill Riots"
DESCRIPTION:On September 4th\, 1949\, roughly 30\,000 people were attacked after attending a Paul Robeson concert. A similar concert was prevented from happening the previous week by a racist and anti-Semitic mob. These attacks had thrown the small upstate community into a national controversy\, prompting supporters of Robeson to organize a second concert to defend his right to perform and speak freely. \nWith the Governor promising an unprecedented level of police protection\, many felt secure in attending the concert\, assuming violence would not break out again. While the concert was peacefully conducted\, attendees would be ambushed upon leaving the concert grounds. Projectiles and hateful epithets alike were hurled at the exiting cars and buses. Hundreds of attendees left the grounds bloodied\, bruised\, and outright maimed. \nThis fourth episode of a 5-part docu-series focuses on the second of the two Peekskill Riots of 1949 when the worst riot in the region’s history would unfold before the eyes of the world. \nViewing and conversation will be possible through a zoom link and through participation from the comfort of the front parlor of The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence. . \n  \nJOIN ZOOM MEETING \n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/87580900723?pwd=PIh8MjXTzLf5mBbG9ISQ0daTMZfPKA.1\nMEETING ID:  875 8090 0723\nPASSCODE:  113256\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/keDZ1WpUxw\n\n  \nABOUT JON SCOTT: \nDocumentarian Jon Scott Bennett has gained national recognition for his coverage of the Peekskill riots of 1949 and his previous films covering under-discussed history including The Pound Ridge Massacre and The Leatherman. Bennett bridges the gap between in-person and online audiences to share the important stories hidden in our backyard.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/the-peekskill-riots-documentary-series-pt-4/
LOCATION:Hybrid – 194 Livingston Avenue and via Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T095127
CREATED:20250414T221238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T163610Z
UID:4311-1748692800-1748707200@undergroundrailroadhistory.org
SUMMARY:Tour Experiences at The Myers Residence
DESCRIPTION:Call ahead to schedule your tour at The Myers Residence. Tours are hosted at 12:30pm and 2:00pm on Saturdays.\nAdmission payments can be made online at https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/tours/ or at The Myers Residence via cash\, check\, and credit card.\nDon’t forget to check out Myers Mercantile while at The Residence. Some great books\, puzzles\, jewlery\, and more.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/tour-experiences-at-the-myers-residence-8/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T095127
CREATED:20250601T224909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T162105Z
UID:4475-1749218400-1749223800@undergroundrailroadhistory.org
SUMMARY:Drawn to Art – for Seniors
DESCRIPTION: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 illustrators\, Shirley Clark and Marcus Kwame.\nEnjoy a FREE 10-week relaxing outdoor art experience — Fridays April 18th – June 20th 2025 — 2pm-3:30pm\nCALL (518) 621-7793 to sign up — space is limited\n\n  \n*NO previous skill needed\n*ALL supplies provided\nDrawn to Art of Underground Railroad Education Center is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.\nWhere:\nThe Historic Myers Residence\nUnderground Railroad Education Center\n194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany NY
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/drawn-to-art-for-seniors-8/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Marcus Anderson":MAILTO:marcus.urec@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T095127
CREATED:20250531T185804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250531T185804Z
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SUMMARY:More Voices Showcase - UREC partners with Albany Symphony Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 7\, 2025\n11:00 AM – 1:00 PM\nSt. Paul’s Church\nBe inspired by chamber music that explores unique stories to commemorate the Erie Canal bicentennial\, featuring vocalists MaryNell Morgan\, Britt Hewitt and Devony Smith. \nClarice Assad: Earth and Water \nJuhi Bansal: Refuge \nFrancisco del Pino: Orenda \nSelections from Liberty Minstrel\, the 1844 antislavery song collection published by local musician George Washington Clark\, will be sung by local vocalist MaryNell Morgan.  \nPresented in Partnership with the Underground Railroad Education Center \nMore information available at https://www.albanysymphony.com/upcomingconcerts
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/more-voices-showcase-urec-partners-with-albany-symphony-orchestra/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s Episcopal Church\, 58 third St.\, Albany\, NY\, 12181
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T095127
CREATED:20250530T213124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T213124Z
UID:4458-1749391200-1749402000@undergroundrailroadhistory.org
SUMMARY:Pinkster Fest in Kinderhook
DESCRIPTION:Why Pinkster Fest in Kinderhook? \nSettled before 1651 – a few years after Henry Hudson (1609) explored the river which bears his name – Kinderhook\, established as a town in 1788\, encompassed most of what is now Columbia County. In the late 1700s\, Kinderhook had the largest population of enslaved people outside of New York City. \nAfrican Americans have been an integral part of Columbia County’s history for nearly 400 years — living\, working and even worshipping alongside the Dutch settlers. The labor and contributions of those enslaved at places like Lindenwald were pivotal in making the Hudson Valley what it is today. Once manumitted\, those original Black families thrived and created a vibrant community in the midst of the European families. \nWhat is Pinkster? \nPinkster (aka Pentecost) is the original Afro Dutch holiday that’s distinct to the Hudson Valley. While their Dutch enslavers celebrated Pentecost\, they would\, traditionally\, give the enslaved a few “days off” to reunite with family and friends\, catch up with each other and celebrate. Our stories are intertwined\, and Pinkster is our shared holiday! \nThroughout the 1700’s\, enslaved people gathered to celebrate with music\, food\, dancing\, and commerce during this week of temporary freedom. Many Dutch joined the annual celebration making it a truly multicultural community affair. \nThis year the African American Archive of Columbia County and the NPS Martin Van Buren Historic Site have combined a Pinkster Fest with their 2nd. Annual Old Kinderhook Black Family Reunion which brings together the descendants of the Lindenwald’s enslaved people. \nJoin us \n\nProcession to the Persons of Color cemetery\, led by a gospel choir\nCeremony honoring the deceased\nCrowning of King Charlie\, the Festival King\nAfrican drummers and dancers\nReading corner (Kinderhook Library)\nOyster shucking demonstration (Mother Shuckers\, NYC)\nExhibit (Underground Railroad Educational Center – Albany)\nColonial Games (Columbia County Historical Society)\nGenealogy table (African American Archive)\nBBQ and strawberries with cream\nAnd more!!!\n\nAdmission Free!!! \nSponsored by: \nAfrican American Archive of Columbia County | Croton-on-Hudson | Croton-on-Hudson\, NY 10520 US
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/pinkster-fest-in-kinderhook/
LOCATION:Rothermel Park\, Rothermel Avenue\, Kinderhook\, NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T095127
CREATED:20250601T225334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T162225Z
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SUMMARY:Drawn to Art - for Seniors
DESCRIPTION: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 illustrators\, Shirley Clark and Marcus Kwame.\nEnjoy a FREE 10-week relaxing outdoor art experience — Fridays April 18th – June 20th 2025 — 2pm-3:30pm\nCALL (518) 621-7793 to sign up — space is limited\n  \n*NO previous skill needed\n*ALL supplies provided\n  \nDrawn to Art of Underground Railroad Education Center is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.\n  \nWhere:\nThe Historic Myers Residence\nUnderground Railroad Education Center\n194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany NY
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/drawn-to-art-for-seniors-9/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Marcus Anderson":MAILTO:marcus.urec@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T095127
CREATED:20250321T215109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T170541Z
UID:4275-1749906000-1749920400@undergroundrailroadhistory.org
SUMMARY:Juneteenth 2025 - Commemoration at The Myers Residence
DESCRIPTION:“Juneteenth is a time for reflection\, education\, and celebration\,” says Paul Stewart\, Co-Founder  of Underground Railroad Education Center. “We invite the community to join us in honoring this important moment in history with a day filled with meaningful activities and inspiring performances.” \n  \nJuneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States\, marking a significant chapter in our nation’s history. Specifically the emancipation of roughly 250\,000 still enslaved in Galveston Bay\, Texas in June 19\, 1865. UREC is dedicated to preserving and sharing the legacy of the Underground Railroad and the fight for freedom and equality. The Underground Railroad Education Center researches and preserves the local and national history of the Underground Railroad movement\, its international connections\, and its legacy to today’s social justice issues. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Join with us as we remember the importance of Juneteenth and continue to strive for justice and equality for all. A schedule of presentations\, performances\, and participatory activities will be available at The Myers Residence. Check back to this listing for schedule information closer to June 14. \nNew this year – Bring a non-perishable food product to donate to the local food pantry! \nThe CDTA Trolley will be providing transport among the various Albany based Juneteenth activities throughout Saturday. Park you car and take the trolley! \nIf parking at The Residence\, please park on Third Street between Lark and N. Swan Streets. \n  \nThe Myers Residence will be open for Myers Mercantile purchases\, walkthroughs\, self-guided phone tours\, and viewing of videos related to the Interpretive Center and the Young Abolitionist Leadership Institute. \nVendors and Performers who will be joining us on June 14 – \n\nBlack Dimensions in Art\nNAACP\nAntonia Savilla\, Licensed Life & Health Insurance Broker\nWizard’s Wardrobe\nRapp Road\nJae Gayle\, performance artist\nNYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation\nCapital Rep\nDon Hyman\, performance artist\nWomen’s Drumming Circle\nPowell Farm archeological display\nWalkable Albany\n\nFind out more information about Juneteenth events around town by clicking HERE
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/juneteenth-2025-commemoration-at-the-myers-residence/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T190000
DTSTAMP:20260415T095127
CREATED:20250507T171800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T163718Z
UID:4388-1750269600-1750273200@undergroundrailroadhistory.org
SUMMARY:What to do with the Interpretive Center - a community conversation
DESCRIPTION:The Interpretive Center – what shall we do in this space? Join with others at The Myers Residence to brainstorm\, raise ideas\, consider possibilities. The sky is the limit. \nEven though the opening is over a year away\, we need to look ahead to start planning and organizing and fundraising so that we will be ready to hit the road running when the doors open. \nBring your ideas\, no matter how far-fetched or pie-in-the-sky they seem. Great things can happen when we come together to build together. \nThis conversation will also be held at The Myers Residence on July 16 and August 20. Come once\, twice\, or all three times. Looking forward to sharing great ideas for a great space. \n  \nFuture conversation of similar kind will be held via zoom. Please stay tuned for dates and times for the virtual conversations.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/what-to-do-with-the-interpretive-center-a-community-conversation/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T095127
CREATED:20250531T144657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250531T144726Z
UID:4465-1750327200-1750352400@undergroundrailroadhistory.org
SUMMARY:Truth in Action - Juneteenth Festival at Albany Institute of History and Art
DESCRIPTION:Free and open to the public Celebrate Juneteenth with a day of art\, activism\, and community at the Albany Institute of History & Art. Inspired by the powerful individuals and their causes featured in Americans Who Tell the Truth\, this free festival will feature performances\, gallery tours\, hands-on art activities\, and opportunities to engage directly with Capital Region organizations working for justice across a range of issues—including the Albany Muslim Advocacy Coalition\, the Center for Law and Justice\, CODEPINK\, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute’s School of Humanities\, Arts\, and Social Sciences\, RISSE (Refugee & Immigrant Support Services of Emmaus\, Inc.)\, The Sanctuary for Independent Media\, and the Underground Railroad Education Center. \nSupport for Free Days is generously provided by M&T Bank. \nLooking for more information? Click HERE
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/truth-in-action-juneteenth-festival-at-albany-institute-of-history-and-art/
LOCATION:Albany Institute of History and Art\, 125 Washington Avenue\, Albany\, New York\, 12210
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T095127
CREATED:20250608T131832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250608T145941Z
UID:4490-1750424400-1750431600@undergroundrailroadhistory.org
SUMMARY:Add Your Voice
DESCRIPTION:Be part of our Oral History & Folklore Series. Join us in preserving and sharing community wisdom through these powerful\, ongoing projects:\nArbor Hill Stories – Got memories of Arbor Hill? We’re looking for stories about memorable people\, arts and culture\, organizations\, and even your everyday memories of Arbor Hill.\nVoices And Votes – What does democracy mean to you? Speak your truth about topics such as activism\, being a citizen\, the power of the press & history. Your voice could be featured in a Smithsonian exhibit.\nHeritage & History Folklore – Love stories? Step into the storytelling tradition. Join us as a teller or listener in a vibrant adult folklore group\, with live story-sharing events under the stars.\nAdd your voice – shape the narrative…\nQuestions? Contact Amelia Paul at 518-621-7793.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/add-your-voice/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T095127
CREATED:20250601T225659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T163111Z
UID:4479-1750428000-1750433400@undergroundrailroadhistory.org
SUMMARY:Drawn to Art - for Seniors
DESCRIPTION: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 illustrators\, Shirley Clark and Marcus Kwame.\nEnjoy a FREE 10-week relaxing outdoor art experience — Fridays April 18th – June 20th 2025 — 2pm-3:30pm\nCALL (518) 621-7793 to sign up — space is limited\n  \n*NO previous skill needed\n*ALL supplies provided\n  \nDrawn to Art of Underground Railroad Education Center is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.\n  \nWhere:\nThe Historic Myers Residence\nUnderground Railroad Education Center\n194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany NY
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/drawn-to-art-for-seniors-10/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Marcus Anderson":MAILTO:marcus.urec@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250621T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250621T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T095127
CREATED:20210415T045814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T183606Z
UID:1779-1750500000-1750507200@undergroundrailroadhistory.org
SUMMARY:Grounds Work Party - is calling YOU!
DESCRIPTION:Put on the garden gloves\, pick up the rake\, and off you go! Would you prefer to work with clippers or a shovel? How about a lawn mower or pitch fork? Are you a gardener? Are you a carpenter? All sorts of garden and grounds activities fill up work party days. Join in the fun. Feel a sense of accomplishment! Help UREC be a good steward of its properties. \nRefreshments and tools are provided. Bring your own tools if you have favorites that you like to use. Come for however long you can participate. \nOur ‘Outhouse Moderne` provides restroom facilities. \nNo need to register. Looking forward to seeing you in the ‘garden’ ! \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/work-party-is-calling-you/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T095127
CREATED:20250509T001046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T163459Z
UID:4414-1750507200-1750521600@undergroundrailroadhistory.org
SUMMARY:Tour Experiences at The Myers Residence
DESCRIPTION:Call ahead to schedule your tour at The Myers Residence – 518-621-7793. \nTours are hosted at 12:30pm and 2:00pm on Saturdays. \nAdmission 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 while at The Residence. Some great books\, puzzles\, jewlery\, and more. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/tour-experiences-at-the-myers-residence-9/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T095127
CREATED:20250601T232205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250601T232817Z
UID:4481-1750600800-1750604400@undergroundrailroadhistory.org
SUMMARY:Black Activism in the Hudson Valley in Antebellum NY
DESCRIPTION:New York State\, so often cast as a safe haven for freedom seekers and New York’s abolitionist\, was a hotbed of pro-slavery sentiment. Pushing back against the injustices of the institution of enslavement were various Hudson Valley residents whose voices and stories will be shared at the Thomas Cole National Historic Site on Sunday\, June 22 at 2pm as part of the Sunday Salon series.\nThis is a ticketed event.\nRead about the enslavement history of the Thomas Cole National Historic Site by clicking HERE
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/black-activism-in-the-hudson-valley-in-antebellum-ny/
LOCATION:The Thomas Cole Natoinal Historic Site\, 218 Spring Street\, Catskill\, New York\, 12414
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T095127
CREATED:20250619T002311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T002311Z
UID:4503-1750777200-1750780800@undergroundrailroadhistory.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate Juneteenth with the Underground Railroad Education Center and the Young Abolitionist Leadership Institute
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Juneteenth\, the Center for Social Justice and the Race & Ethnicity Rope Team host the Capital Region Underground Railroad Education Center and the Young Abolitionist Leadership Institute on Tuesday\, June 24 from 3–4 p.m. ET online.\n\nAn online tour will showcase high school students in New York’s Capital Region who call themselves “young abolitionists” and the work of Marcus Anderson\, graphic artist and deputy director of the Capital Region Underground Railroad Education Center. Participants will see a recorded tour of the Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, which served as a center for Underground Railroad activity. The Underground Railroad Education Center\, based in Albany\, N.Y.\, researches\, interprets\, and preserves the local and national history of the Underground Railroad movement.\n\nREGISTER by CLICKING HERE
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/celebrate-juneteenth-with-the-underground-railroad-education-center-and-the-young-abolitionist-leadership-institute/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T095127
CREATED:20250530T215342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T201428Z
UID:4461-1751022000-1751029200@undergroundrailroadhistory.org
SUMMARY:Commemorate Juneteenth with the Albany County Legislative Black Caucus
DESCRIPTION:  \nCommemorate Juneteenth with the Albany County Black Legislative Caucus on Friday\, June 13 from 11am-1pm. Activities will be held in the Cahill Room on the first floor of the County Building. Underground Railroad Education Center will present its Juneteenth exhibit prepared specifically for the day’s program. Enjoy food\, music\, and information provided by local resources. \nKnow that you have to sign in at the front desk and receive a visitor’s badge. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/commemorate-juneteenth-with-the-albany-county-legislative-black-caucus/
LOCATION:Albany County Affice Building\, 112 State Street\, Albany\, NY\, 12207
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