The Underground Railroad, often remembered as being characterized by tunnels, dark of night escapes, coded language, and hidey-holes, was far more extensive and complex than these ideas have led us…
An evening of culture, words of wisdom, and precautionary tales at The Historic Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence. Join us at dusk for a captivating hour of dynamic storytelling that…
Continuing UREC's tradition of programming that promotes collaboration, literary and research skills in our high school participants, teen participants, led by UREC facilitators, will learn local Underground Railroad history and…
Join with UREC and Bast Hatfield to learn about construction jobs available through the building of the Interpretive Center of Underground Railroad Education Center. The Interpretive Center is a 14,000 square foot building to be located on the properties currently identified as 184-190 Livingston Avenue. This net zero, geothermal and solar building will be built…
"North to Freedom," an original documentary from WSKG Public Television and filmmaker Brian Frey, examines the important role Upstate New York played in the Underground Railroad during the years leading up to and during the American Civil War. The Central and Southern Tier of the state, including the Finger Lakes region, served as crucial passages…
Continuing UREC's tradition of programming that promotes collaboration, literary and research skills in our high school participants, teen participants, led by UREC facilitators, will learn local Underground Railroad history and create innovative, multimedia educational experiences targeted to their age group. The teens will take on the role of consultant with UREC to address a need…
Normally hosted tour experiences at The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence will need to be cancelled today, March 29. A college student group of 36 will be engaging in a learning experience at The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence during normal business hours. We do apologize for any inconvenience this causes, but do know that…
Join in the planning and implementation of this fun and unique event! Over the Edge urban rappelling event (https://overtheedgeglobal.com/) is holding its second full committee planning session Wednesday, April 2 at 5:30pm. Refreshments will be provided as we are working across the dinner hour. We need folks who are interested in working on marketing of…
Pay a visit to UREC's table at Southgate Elementary School's Multicultural Festival. Enjoy the festivities. See you there!
Call ahead to schedule your tour at The Myers Residence. Tours are usually hosted at 12:30pm and 2:00pm on Saturdays. 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 while at The Residence. Some great books, puzzles, jewlery,…
A tour experience of The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence is scheduled for Monday, April 7 at 6pm. The tour will run for 60-90 minutes. Join in. Please call 518-621-7793 to register for this tour. Admission can be paid online at https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/tours/ or paid at The Myers Residence via credit card, cash, and venmo. Remember…
Continuing UREC's tradition of programming that promotes collaboration, literary and research skills in our high school participants, teen participants, led by UREC facilitators, will learn local Underground Railroad history and create innovative, multimedia educational experiences targeted to their age group. The teens will take on the role of consultant with UREC to address a need…
