Join Paul and Mary Liz Stewart at the John C. Hart Memorial Library in Shrub Oak, New York for a presentation on their seminal Underground Railroad research. 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…
Museum Association of New York is holding its annual conference in Syracuse -- Finding Center: Access, Inclusion, Participation, and Engagement Information about the conference can be accessed by clicking HERE Information about Museum Association of New York can be accessed by clicking HERE Hope to see you there!
Join with a highly skilled librarian and volunteers in bringing The Myers Residence Library to life! Numerous books have been donated over time and they need to be catalogued so that the library can be open for public use. The Library Development team works together every Monday from 1:30pm – 3:30pm at The Myers Residence.…
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. Amidst significant pro-slavery sentiment, New York State was home to many abolitionists working to abolish the institution of enslavement in our state and…
Join with Paul and Mary Liz Stewart and Amelia Paul 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…
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. During significant pro-slavery sentiment, New York State was home to many abolitionists working to abolish the institution of enslavement in our state and…
Join with Paul and Mary Liz Stewart and Amelia Paul 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…
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? Maybe you like to wash windows? All sorts of garden and grounds activities fill up spring…
Join UREC at the annual Historic Cherry Hill History Fair scheduled for Sunday, May 7 from 12noon - 4pm. Lens on Albany: the Art and History of Photography in the Capital City - more information is available by clicking HERE Other vendors and tablers and presenters will be at the Fair, and tours…
Join with M&T volunteers on Thursday, May 25 in the grounds work that is so badly needed as we move into Spring. The generous rainfall has contributed to significant grass and weed growth around the campus, and the flower barrels and hoop house are hungry for attention. Join us from 1pm-5pm. Tools and light refreshments…
Join with UREC on Saturday, June 3, 2023 from 11AM–4PM at Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site for Pinkster, a celebration of family, hope, and cultural identity. With roots dating to New York's Dutch colonial period, this modern Pinkster festival is a way to recognize the importance of African cultural influences on music, dance, and identity…
Join in the festivities of Juneteenth on Saturday, June 17 at The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence. Excelsior University is partnering with UREC to bring you a memorable, enriching and educational Juneteenth experience. Mark your calendars and plan to attend! Learn about the history of Juneteenth. Enjoy: the children's space, inspiring conversation, delectable food prepared…
