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SUMMARY:Public History Class visits The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence
DESCRIPTION:SUNY Albany’s graduate public history class HIS 501 “Introduction to Public History” will be visiting The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence on Wednesday\, October 30 for an immersion into local UGRR history in its national and international context and into its contemporary relevance. An eye-opening experience with far-reaching implications.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/public-history-class-visits-the-stephen-and-harriet-myers-residence/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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SUMMARY:Pan-African Friday Folklore: Stories Under The Stars
DESCRIPTION:A family evening of culture\, words of wisdom\, and precautionary tales\nIn the backyard of The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence.\nGather the family and join us at dusk for a captivating hour of dynamic storytelling that will transport you across time and continents.\nTalented performers will bring these traditional tales to life—through dramatic readings\, passing along the wisdom and lessons embedded in these stories of strength\, courage\, cleverness\, and caution.\nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with the past through the power of storytelling!\n\nQuestions – call 518-621-7793 or use the Contact Us page on the UREC website
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/pan-african-friday-folklore-stories-under-the-stars/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Underground Railroad Revisited at Brunswick Community Library
DESCRIPTION:Join with Paul and Mary Liz Stewart of Underground Railroad Education Center at Brunswick Community Library to learn things about the Underground Railroad movement that you may never have heard before. Cofounders of Underground Railroad Education Center\, the Stewart’s seminal research has opened up a treasure chest of new information about this impactful period in American history. See you at Brunswick Community Library on Tuesday\, November 5 at 5:30pm.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/the-underground-railroad-revisited-at-brunswick-community-library/
LOCATION:Brunswick Community Library\, 4118 State Highway 2\, Troy\, NY\, 12180
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SUMMARY:Planning Board decided on Area Variance for the Interpretive Center - you are invited
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/planning-board-decided-on-area-variance-for-the-interpretive-center-you-are-invited/
LOCATION:Frank Alfonso Building\, 200 Henry Johnson Blvd.\, Albany\, NY\, 12210
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T203000
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SUMMARY:The Underground Railroad Revisited at The Frederick Allen Lodge\, hosted by Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation
DESCRIPTION:Paul and Mary Liz Stewart\, independent researchers and Scholars in Residence at Russell Sage College\, bring their seminal research on the Underground Railroad movement to the public. \n  \nThis program will be held in person at the Frederick Allen Lodge #609\, 69 Beekman Street. Tickets are $10 for SSPF members and $15 for non-members and should be purchased in advance. \nFor additional information or to purchase tickets\, please visit www.saratogapreservation.org\, call (518) 587-5030\, or email Sydney Hedge\, Preservation and Programs Coordinator\, at shedge@saratogapreservation.org \n  \nMore information can be found at https://www.saratogapreservation.org/calendar/special-programs/
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/the-underground-railroad-revisited-at-the-frederick-allen-lodge-hosted-by-saratoga-springs-preservation-foundation/
LOCATION:Frederick Allen Lodge #609\, 69 Beekman Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T180000
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SUMMARY:BIG JIM and the White Boy - book talk with Marcus Kwame Anderson and David F. Walker
DESCRIPTION:Commonly regarded as one of the great American novels\, Adventures of Huckleberry Finn has captured the hearts and imaginations of readers since 1885. But since its publication\, critics have rightfully condemned Mark Twain’s troubling portrayal of Black Americans as stereotypes and caricatures\, with contemporary fans searching for a modern update to this iconic tale. \nBig Jim and the White Boy: An American Classic Reimagined (Ten Speed Graphic; on sale 10/15/24)\, by Eisner award-winning author team David F. Walker and Kwame Anderson (The Black Panther Party) is a radical retelling of this American classic\, centering the experiences of Jim\, an enslaved Black man in search of his kidnapped wife and children\, along with his cheeky sidekick\, Huckleberry Finn. Jim and Huck’s high-stakes adventures take them on an epic voyage across the antebellum South and Midwest\, through Confederate war camps and runaway safe houses\, into Old West standoffs\, and on the road as covert Underground Railroad agents. Intertwined into the story of Jim and Huck are the stories of Jim’s descendants in the 1930s\, 1980s\, and 2020s\, making this a multigenerational family epic as well as an adventure story. Big Jim and the White Boy takes readers on a journey through Jim and Huck’s past\, present\, and future\, delving into their incredible friendship and years of adventures—a bond that transcends the gruesome racism of the Civil War era. \nWith compelling artwork and riveting storytelling\, David F. Walker and Marcus Kwame Anderson push the boundaries of Adventures of Huckleberry Finn in this incredible graphic novel\, exploring the triumphs and tribulations of Jim and his family\, and finally giving his due as a hero of American literature. \n  \nBooks will be available for the purchase price of $28.14 ($25.99 + $2.14 tax) – check\, cash\, credit cards and Venmo accepted. \n  \nThis will be a hybrid event\, but in-person participation is encouraged. Here is the link for registering if you want to zoom in — https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMtdu6qrjkoHtXp1irYoMwys9EoNtm6i3B8 \n  \nABOUT THE AUTHORS\nDavid F. Walker is an award-winning comic book writer\, author\, filmmaker\, journalist\, and educator. His work in comic books includes Shaft\, winner of the Glyph Award for Story of the Year; Power Man and Iron Fist\, Nighthawk\, Fury\, Secret Wars: Battleworld\, Cyborg\, The Army of Dr. Moreau\, and Number 13. He is also the creator of the critically-acclaimed YA series The Adventures of Darius Logan and the author of the Eisner-winning The Black Panther Party and Bitter Root. Recognized as a leading scholar expert of African American cinema\, Walker produced one of the definitive documentaries on the topic of Blaxploitation films\, Macked\, Hammered\, Slaughtered\, and Shafted. \nMarcus Kwame Anderson is an illustrator and fine artist. Much of his work explores the beauty and diversity of the African diaspora and often incorporates social commentary. He graduated from SUNY Fredonia with a degree in illustration. Anderson is the Eisner-winning co-creator of The Black Panther Party\, the co-creator of the comic book series Snow Daze\, and has illustrated stories in Action Lab’s Cash and Carrie and F.O.R.C.E. He is currently the Deputy Director of the Underground Railroad Education Center. \n  \nABOUT TEN SPEED GRAPHIC: \nTen Speed Graphic is a new imprint from Ten Speed Press that publishes distinctive\, high-quality graphic books from a diverse array of the industry’s top creators and emerging voices\, including literary adaptations\, global webcomics\, biography\, memoir\, history\, how-to\, fiction\, and licensed entertainment titles.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/big-jim-and-the-white-boy-book-talk-with-marcus-kwame-anderson/
LOCATION:Hybrid – 194 Livingston Avenue and via Zoom
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SUMMARY:The Underground Railroad Revisited - with Princetown Seniors
DESCRIPTION: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 to believe. In the midst of significant pro-slavery sentiment\, New York State was home to many abolitionists working to abolish the institution of enslavement in our state and nation and it was visited by many who had escaped enslavement and sought a life of freedom. Join with Paul and Mary Liz Stewart\, independent researchers and co-founders of Underground Railroad Education Center as they share a new interpretation of a very old story and explain the various initiatives in which Underground Railroad Education Center is engaged as it works to connect the public with this empowering local history and its relevance for us today.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/the-underground-railroad-revisited-with-princetown-seniors/
LOCATION:South Schenectady Fire Department\, 6 Old Mariaville Road\, Schenectady\, NY\, 12306
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SUMMARY:December Dash is here\, again! Won't you join us as we then ...
DESCRIPTION:December Dash is here\, again!\nWon’t you join us as we then\nGather together\, one and all\,\nResponding to this annual call\nThrough donations of time\, talent\, treasure\,\nAnd with pleasure\nDemonstrate our support for Underground Railroad Education Center.\nMany have throughout 2024 donated generously to UREC\, toward special programs\, toward the Interpretive Center\, toward regularly occurring programs\, and toward general operations.To you we say a grand THANK YOU !!! \nWe have made it this far because of you and your willingness to walk with us. Let us move forward together with joy and forbearance as we work together today to ensure an equitable and just tomorrow. \nWith the changes we anticipate facing us as we enter into the new year\, we ask you to consider digging deeper into your treasure this December Dash so as to ensure the sustainability of UREC’s impactful work \n \n“In our increasingly polarized society\, the symbol of the 19th century Underground Railroad movement and its abolition activists challenge us to publicly reflect and act upon the legacy of the institution of slavery in our contemporary times.” – P. Stewart \nDONATE TODAY – at https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/donate/ or postal mail a paper check to UREC\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY 12210\n \n  \n 
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/december-dash-is-here-again-wont-you-join-us-as-we-then/
LOCATION:Underground Railroad Education Center\, 194 LIvingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T060000
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SUMMARY:Known Regional Stories of the Underground Railroad
DESCRIPTION:Troy Bennington\, Robinson and Rokeby\, Charles Marriott\, Quaker Street\, Shakers – join with Paul Stewart to learn more about about the Underground Railroad from the stories and experiences of those who lived it.\nThis is one of a series of 26 presentations funded by a grant from New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA). All presentations will be conducted in person at The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence. Presentations are free of charge. \nUnderground Railroad Education Center’s Storytelling and the UGRR is made possible by funding from the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. \n 
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/stephen-myers-a-man-of-many-talents/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T180000
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SUMMARY:The Black Convention Movement and Its Relationship with UGRR History
DESCRIPTION:Join with Paul Stewart to learn more about Underground Railroad history through the lense of the Black Convention Movement. Conventions\, held in Albany\, Troy\, Schenectady\, NYC\, Philadelphia\, Newark\, Cleveland\, and elsewhere\, provided the structure to organize and support Black leadership in civil and human rights issues.  \nThis is one of a series of 26 presentations funded by a grant from New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA). All presentations will be conducted in person at The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence. Presentations are free of charge. \nUnderground Railroad Education Center’s Storytelling and the UGRR is made possible by funding from the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/the-jerry-rescue/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T054601
CREATED:20240902T142438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241129T163453Z
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SUMMARY:The UGRR story from the perspective of Harriet Tubman and Frederick Douglass - what can they teach us?
DESCRIPTION:Join with Paul Stewart to learn about the Underground Railroad from the lived and recorded experiences of Harriet Tubman and Frederick Douglass\, the icons of the UGRR movement.   \nThis is one of a series of 26 presentations funded by a grant from New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA). All presentations will be conducted in person at The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence. Presentations are free of charge. \nUnderground Railroad Education Center’s Storytelling and the UGRR is made possible by funding from the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/dramatic-events-in-the-abolitionist-period-in-albany-new-york/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250106T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250106T200000
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SUMMARY:The Myers Residence will Be Open for Business beginning on January 6\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence returns to normal business hours on Monday\, January 6. \nInterested in a tour? – Call 518-621-7793 to schedule. \nInterested in bringing a tour group to The Myers Residence? – Please use the Contact Us page on the UREC website – https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/contact/ \nInterested in a presentation about the Underground Railroad at your site? – Please use the Contact Us page on the UREC website – https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/contact/ \nInterested in collaborating on a project? – It’s best to use the Contact Us page on the UREC website – https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/contact/ \nFollow UREC on Facebook and Instagram and LinkedIn. Looking forward to seeing you in 2025! \n 
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/the-myers-residence-will-be-open-for-business-beginning-on-january-6-2025/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T054601
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SUMMARY:Young Abolitionist Leadership Institute (YALI After School)
DESCRIPTION: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 for programming that is more appealing to teens. Through the process of project development\, teens will advance skills in research\, attention to detail\, analysis\, and critical thinking. \n  \nTeens will start learning the process of researching and interpreting local Underground Railroad history through the creation of a collection of non-fiction\, historical short comic stories. They will later explore these research and interpretation skills through other mediums\, including performance and documentary filmmaking. This is a unique opportunity for the teens to dictate how UREC’s history and mission can best be constructed for a youth audience while learning transferable skills for their future careers.  This teen-led process will encourage growth in adaptability\, professionalism\, attention to detail\, time-management\, and public speaking as they determine how the project takes shape. \n  \nBy creating comics for younger audiences\, participants will learn to balance creative choices and primary source information. By exploring creative methods for telling local stories of the underground railroad\, students will gain pride by retelling local history to audiences made up of their peers and community members. Staff will facilitate exercises emphasizing teamwork\, critical thinking\, creativity\, and teamwork. Teens will utilize collaborative skills as they plan and execute daily objectives as they work towards their larger goals. \n  \nYALI Meets every Thursday from 3:30-5pm at Albany High School. Contact Marcus Kwame Anderson at 518-621-7793 or at marcus.urec08@gmail.com  for information on how to participate.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/young-abolitionist-leadership-institute-yali-after-school/
LOCATION:Albany High School\, 700 Washington Avenue\, Albany\, New York\, 12203
ORGANIZER;CN="Marcus Anderson":MAILTO:marcus.urec@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T190000
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SUMMARY:Tour The Myers Residence - at 5:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Join with Paul and Mary Liz Stewart at The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence to learn the real story about the Underground Railroad. Hidey holes? Nope. Dark of night? Nope. Come ‘meet’ Stephen and Harriet Myers and their colleagues to learn about the challenges they faced as they worked to end the institution of enslavement in New York State and the nation and help Freedom Seekers to freedom while also addressing civil rights issues that are familiar to us today. \nAdmission information is available at https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/tours/  Admission can paid online or at The Myers Residence via cash\, credit card and Venmo. \nMyers Mercantile will be open. Books\, 2025 calendars\, jewelry\, and more are available at The Residence. Your purchases support the work of UREC. \nSee you on Friday\, January 10 at 5:30pm.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/tour-the-myers-residence-at-530pm/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T054601
CREATED:20250104T221625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250104T221625Z
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SUMMARY:Young Abolitionist Leadership Institute (YALI After School)
DESCRIPTION: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 for programming that is more appealing to teens. Through the process of project development\, teens will advance skills in research\, attention to detail\, analysis\, and critical thinking. \n  \nTeens will start learning the process of researching and interpreting local Underground Railroad history through the creation of a collection of non-fiction\, historical short comic stories. They will later explore these research and interpretation skills through other mediums\, including performance and documentary filmmaking. This is a unique opportunity for the teens to dictate how UREC’s history and mission can best be constructed for a youth audience while learning transferable skills for their future careers.  This teen-led process will encourage growth in adaptability\, professionalism\, attention to detail\, time-management\, and public speaking as they determine how the project takes shape. \n  \nBy creating comics for younger audiences\, participants will learn to balance creative choices and primary source information. By exploring creative methods for telling local stories of the underground railroad\, students will gain pride by retelling local history to audiences made up of their peers and community members. Staff will facilitate exercises emphasizing teamwork\, critical thinking\, creativity\, and teamwork. Teens will utilize collaborative skills as they plan and execute daily objectives as they work towards their larger goals. \n  \nYALI Meets every Thursday from 3:30-5pm at Albany High School. Contact Marcus Kwame Anderson at 518-621-7793 or at marcus.urec08@gmail.com  for information on how to participate.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/young-abolitionist-leadership-institute-yali-after-school-2/
LOCATION:Albany High School\, 700 Washington Avenue\, Albany\, New York\, 12203
ORGANIZER;CN="Marcus Anderson":MAILTO:marcus.urec@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T113000
DTSTAMP:20260407T054601
CREATED:20250104T215605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250104T215605Z
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SUMMARY:Bethlehem Seniors Tour The Myers Residence
DESCRIPTION:The Bethlehem Seniors will tour The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence on Tuesday\, January 21 beginning at 10am.\nHidey holes? Nope. Dark of night? Nope.  ‘Meet’ Stephen and Harriet Myers and their colleagues to learn about the challenges they faced as they worked to end the institution of enslavement in New York State and the nation and help Freedom Seekers to freedom while also addressing civil rights issues that are familiar to us today.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/bethlehem-seniors-tour-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:20250121T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T054601
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SUMMARY:The Underground Railroad: a New Interpretation of an Old Story
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Torch Club –\nThe 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 to believe. In the midst of significant pro-slavery sentiment\, New York State was home to many abolitionists working to abolish the institution of enslavement in our state and nation and it was visited by many who had escaped enslavement and sought a life of freedom.\nJoin with Paul and Mary Liz Stewart\, independent researchers and co-founders of Underground Railroad Education Center as they share a new interpretation of a very old story and explain the various initiatives in which Underground Railroad Education Center is engaged as it works to connect the public with this empowering local history and its relevance for us today.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/the-underground-railroad-a-new-interpretation-of-an-old-story-5/
LOCATION:The Century House\, 997 Loudon Road\, Latham\, NY\, 12110
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T054601
CREATED:20250202T222641Z
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SUMMARY:The Underground Railroad  - a New Interpretation of an Old Story
DESCRIPTION:African American leadership\, civil disobedience\, documentation\, are just some of the characteristics of the real Underground Railroad Movement of the antebellum period. This new interpretation and its relevance for today is brought to life through the mission and work of Underground Railroad Education Center. Join historians and Underground Railroad Education Co-founders Paul and Mary Liz Stewart for a deep dive into this topic.\nThisd program is sponsored by Academy for Lifelong Learning\, Saratoga.\n  \n 
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/the-underground-railroad-a-new-interpretation-of-an-old-story-6/
LOCATION:Knights of Columbus Saratoga\, 50 Pine Road\, Saatoga Springs\, New York\, 12866
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T054601
CREATED:20250202T223840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250202T223840Z
UID:4148-1739206800-1739210400@undergroundrailroadhistory.org
SUMMARY:Black History of Saratoga
DESCRIPTION:Discover the vast Black history of Saratoga Springs and the greater Capital Region with historian Field Horne and researchers Paul and Mary Liz Stewart\, cofounders of Underground Railroad History Project in Albany. Field Horne will share his new book\, A Field Guide to Saratoga Black Heritage\, which uncovers and honors the Black community’s contributions to Saratoga County. From a personal research project to a driving force for economic development\, the Stewart’s journey—from a historic house to the Interpretive Center of the Underground Railroad Education Center—bridges the past with its lasting legacy\, connecting history to today’s justice issues. Engage with this remarkable transformation. \nRefreshments will be served and copies of the book will be available.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/black-history-of-saratoga/
LOCATION:Wyckoff Center\, Skidmore College\, 815 North Broadway\, Saatoga Springs\, NY\, 12866
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250218
DTSTAMP:20260407T054601
CREATED:20250202T224817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250202T224817Z
UID:4151-1739750400-1739836799@undergroundrailroadhistory.org
SUMMARY:UREC will be closed on Monday\, February 17 in Honor of President's Day
DESCRIPTION:Please know that The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence and all UREC activities will take a pause on Monday\, Februay 17 in honor of President’s Day. Hope your day is pleasant. We will reopen on Tuesday\, February 18.\nPlease contact us at https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/contact/ or call us at 518-621-7793 if you would like to schedule a tour of The Myers Residence\, ask a question\, pose an idea\, find out how to donate to the Interpretive Center fund. We will do our best to respond within three days.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/urec-will-be-closed-on-monday-february-17-in-honor-of-presidents-day/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T054601
CREATED:20250202T231501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250202T231710Z
UID:4155-1740232800-1740236400@undergroundrailroadhistory.org
SUMMARY:The Underground Railroad Revisited - at Ravena Coeymans Selkirk Community Library - join us
DESCRIPTION: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 to believe. In the midst of significant pro-slavery sentiment\, New York State was home to many abolitionists working to abolish the institution of enslavement in our state and nation and it was visited by many who had escaped enslavement and sought a life of freedom. Join Paul and Mary Liz Stewart\, independent researchers and co-founders of Underground Railroad Education Center as they share a new interpretation of a very old story and explain the various initiatives in which Underground Railroad Education Center is engaged as it works to connect the public with this empowering local history and its relevance for us today.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/the-underground-railroad-revisited-at-ravena-coeymans-selkirk-community-library-join-us/
LOCATION:Ravena Coeymans Selkirk Community Library\, 95 Main St\, Ravena\, NY\, 12143
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T054601
CREATED:20250224T232837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T232837Z
UID:4192-1740765600-1740769200@undergroundrailroadhistory.org
SUMMARY:Pan-African Friday Folklore: Stories Under the Stars
DESCRIPTION:An evening of culture\, words of wisdom\, and precautionary tales at The Historic Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence.\nJoin us at dusk for a captivating hour of dynamic storytelling that will transport you across time and place.\nTalented performers will bring these tales of the commonfolk to life—through dramatic readings\, passing along the wisdom and lessons embedded in these stories of strength\, courage\, cleverness\, and caution.\nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with the past through the power of storytelling! This event is FREE and open to the public. Space is limited. RSVP please – click HERE or call 518-621-7793 to let us know you’re coming.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/pan-african-friday-folklore-stories-under-the-stars-2/
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:20250306T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T054601
CREATED:20250104T221916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T174324Z
UID:4123-1741275000-1741280400@undergroundrailroadhistory.org
SUMMARY:Young Abolitionist Leadership Institute (YALI After School)
DESCRIPTION: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 for programming that is more appealing to teens. Through the process of project development\, teens will advance skills in research\, attention to detail\, analysis\, and critical thinking. \n  \nTeens will start learning the process of researching and interpreting local Underground Railroad history through the creation of a collection of non-fiction\, historical short comic stories. They will later explore these research and interpretation skills through other mediums\, including performance and documentary filmmaking. This is a unique opportunity for the teens to dictate how UREC’s history and mission can best be constructed for a youth audience while learning transferable skills for their future careers. This teen-led process will encourage growth in adaptability\, professionalism\, attention to detail\, time-management\, and public speaking as they determine how the project takes shape. \n  \nBy creating comics for younger audiences\, participants will learn to balance creative choices and primary source information. By exploring creative methods for telling local stories of the underground railroad\, students will gain pride by retelling local history to audiences made up of their peers and community members. Staff will facilitate exercises emphasizing teamwork\, critical thinking\, creativity\, and teamwork. Teens will utilize collaborative skills as they plan and execute daily objectives as they work towards their larger goals. \n  \nYALI Meets every Thursday from 3:30-5pm at Albany High School. Contact Marcus Kwame Anderson at 518-621-7793 or at marcus.urec08@gmail.com  for information on how to participate.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/young-abolitionist-leadership-institute-yali-after-school-4/
LOCATION:Albany High School\, 700 Washington Avenue\, Albany\, New York\, 12203
ORGANIZER;CN="Marcus Anderson":MAILTO:marcus.urec@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T054601
CREATED:20241129T170916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T180001Z
UID:4058-1741802400-1741809600@undergroundrailroadhistory.org
SUMMARY:Construction Job Fair - bring your resume
DESCRIPTION: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 beginning in 2025. \nPlease bring our resume! \nThis information session will be held in the community room of the Arbor Hill / West Hill public library on Henry Johnson Boulevard from 6pm-8pm. Please plan to attend the full two hours. Pizza and soda will be available. \nQuestions? Call Paul Stewart\, Cofounder of Underground Railroad Education Center\, at 518-621-7793. Or contact Paul Stewart via the Contact Us page on the UREC website – https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/contact/\nPlease check out the Google Form by clicking HERE
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/construction-job-fair/
LOCATION:Arbor Hill / West Hill Public Library\, 145 Henry Johnson Blvd.\, Albany\, NY\, 12210
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T054601
CREATED:20250303T184837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T125434Z
UID:4203-1741975200-1741982400@undergroundrailroadhistory.org
SUMMARY:North to Freedom - a hybrid screening event hosted by UREC
DESCRIPTION:“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 and ultimate destinations for those seeking freedom\, offering hope and refuge to enslaved Americans. Binghamton\, Elmira\, Owego\, Ithaca\, Syracuse\, Peterboro\, and dozens of other communities provided safe houses\, churches\, and sanctuaries along the route from the South. \nThe film highlights the heroic efforts of local church leaders\, those formerly enslaved\, and ordinary citizens\, all deeply committed to the abolitionist cause and taking great risks just to do the right thing. These individuals helped build a vast clandestine intelligence network of information and safe harbors\, aiding hundreds of freedom seekers whose ultimate journey often led them across the Great Lakes to Canada. “North to Freedom” also shines a light on lesser-known figures of the Underground Railroad\, exploring the rise of passionate abolitionism in New York State in the first half of the 19th century and illustrating how the words and actions of people from diverse religious and ethnic backgrounds fueled the movement that ultimately helped bring an end to slavery in America. \nDionne Patterson has a starring role in this documentary. She will introduce the documentary and be available after the screening to engage in a virtual conversation with viewers. \nThose who would like to join Paul and Mary Liz at The Myers Residence to view in person\, please do so. \nThose who would like to view the documentary virtually\, please use this zoom link — https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86069860093?pwd=0w5Q1xzRb5KRwhmuKvDXjJUe9iEQbV.1
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/north-to-freedom-a-hybrid-screening-event-hosted-by-urec/
LOCATION:Hybrid – 194 Livingston Avenue and via Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T054601
CREATED:20250104T221750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T181911Z
UID:4122-1742484600-1742490000@undergroundrailroadhistory.org
SUMMARY:Young Abolitionist Leadership Institute (YALI After School)
DESCRIPTION: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 for programming that is more appealing to teens. Through the process of project development\, teens will advance skills in research\, attention to detail\, analysis\, and critical thinking. \n  \nTeens will start learning the process of researching and interpreting local Underground Railroad history through the creation of a collection of non-fiction\, historical short comic stories. They will later explore these research and interpretation skills through other mediums\, including performance and documentary filmmaking. This is a unique opportunity for the teens to dictate how UREC’s history and mission can best be constructed for a youth audience while learning transferable skills for their future careers. This teen-led process will encourage growth in adaptability\, professionalism\, attention to detail\, time-management\, and public speaking as they determine how the project takes shape. \n  \nBy creating comics for younger audiences\, participants will learn to balance creative choices and primary source information. By exploring creative methods for telling local stories of the underground railroad\, students will gain pride by retelling local history to audiences made up of their peers and community members. Staff will facilitate exercises emphasizing teamwork\, critical thinking\, creativity\, and teamwork. Teens will utilize collaborative skills as they plan and execute daily objectives as they work towards their larger goals. \n  \nYALI Meets every Thursday from 3:30-5pm at Albany High School. Contact Marcus Kwame Anderson at 518-621-7793 or at marcus.urec08@gmail.com  for information on how to participate.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/young-abolitionist-leadership-institute-yali-after-school-3/
LOCATION:Albany High School\, 700 Washington Avenue\, Albany\, New York\, 12203
ORGANIZER;CN="Marcus Anderson":MAILTO:marcus.urec@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T054601
CREATED:20250303T185802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T185942Z
UID:4209-1743249600-1743264000@undergroundrailroadhistory.org
SUMMARY:Tour Experiences at The Myers Residence - cancelled for today
DESCRIPTION: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 tour experiences are also available on weekday evenings. Please do call ahead to schedule as meetings and other programs are also held at The Myers Residence in the evening hours. Thank you for our understanding.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/tour-experiences-at-the-myers-residence-cancelled-for-today/
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:20250402T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T183000
DTSTAMP:20260407T054601
CREATED:20250201T201825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T160400Z
UID:4139-1743613200-1743618600@undergroundrailroadhistory.org
SUMMARY:Over the Edge - UREC's urban rappelling event - join in the planning!
DESCRIPTION: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 this event\, recruiting rappelers\, recruiting sponsors\, and planning the on- the-ground activities on the day of the event.\nInterested? Call Mary Liz Stewart at 5118-621-7793 or use the Contact Us page on the UREC website.\n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/over-the-edge-urecs-urban-rappelling-event-join-in-the-planning/
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:20250405T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T054601
CREATED:20250303T175236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T152925Z
UID:4200-1743854400-1743868800@undergroundrailroadhistory.org
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. 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\, and more.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/tour-experiences-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:20250407T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T054601
CREATED:20250404T155733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T155733Z
UID:4293-1744048800-1744054200@undergroundrailroadhistory.org
SUMMARY:Tour the Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence on April 7 at 6pm
DESCRIPTION: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.\nPlease call 518-621-7793 to register for this tour.\nAdmission can be paid online at https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/tours/ or paid at The Myers Residence via credit card\, cash\, and venmo. Remember to check out Myers Mercantile while at The Residence. Gifts and memorabilia for all ages are available.\n  \n 
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/tour-the-stephen-and-harriet-myers-residence-on-april-7-at-6pm/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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