Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the ones we've been waiting for. We are the change that we seek." -- Former President Barack Obama

Link yesterday with today as we work together to build a better tomorrow at this 18th annual Public History Conference organized by Underground Railroad History Project.

Underground Railroad Freedom Seekers sought sanctuary in Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, Africa and Europe. Today’s expression of sanctuary acknowledges that memory but is demonstrated in contemporary border confrontations at the Mexican and Canadian borders and in the seeking of sanctuary within the United States by those fleeing discrimination and oppression. Join with others to investigate this theme, explore the concept of Sanctuary and its relationship to the Underground Railroad movement, and the implications for us today.

FRIDAY- Opening Address (Siena College) (7pm-9pm) (Admission)

SATURDAY - Workshops, Round Tables, Speakers, Vendors, Exhibitors and more are part of this enriching weekend program. Come dressed in mid-19th century attire. Attend part or all of the weekend events. Appropriate for ages 10, if accompanied by an adult, and up. Presenters, facilitators and attendees include high school and college students, educators, historians, community members, preservationists, researchers, and others. (Siena College) (10am-5pm) (Admission)

SATURDAY - Movie, dinner, discussion (The Myers Residence) (5:30pm-9pm) (Donation

SUNDAY - Open House (The Myers Residence) (Donation)

Full details are available at http://www.UndergroundRailroadHistory.org/conference

“When we work for justice, no matter the outcome, the ultimate triumph lies in the fact that we made the decision to stand up. “ Barbara Smith, Author, Activist, Independent Scholar