Underground Railroad Museum Celebrates its 10th Anniversary
The North Country Underground Railroad Historical Association will commemorate the 10th anniversary of its North Star Underground Railroad Museum with a celebration on Saturday, September 18 from 2:00 – 4:00 pm, to be held on the museum grounds at 1131 Mace Chasm Rd in Ausable Chasm. The program will include guest speakers, entertainment, and refreshments. Founders Don and Vivian Papson, and the many volunteers who have contributed to the success of the museum, will be honored at the event.
Speakers include Jackie Madison, President of the North Country Underground Railroad Historical Association; Helen Nerska, Director of the Clinton County Historical Association and first manager of the museum; Peter Slocum, author and long-time volunteer and bus tour guide for the museum; and Martha Swan, Executive Director of John Brown Lives! in Westport. Entertainment will be provided by the Voices of Faith female gospel choir from Plattsburgh.
This event is free and open to the public. For more information please call 518-834-5180.
Posted: August 31st, 2021 under Adirondack Region News, Community Events, Northern NY News, Regional NY-VT News, Things to do in & near Peru.