Rokeby MuseumAbout Rokeby
From 1793 to 1961, Rokeby was home to four generations of Robinsons — a remarkable family of Quakers, farmers, abolitionists, artists, and authors. Today, the Robinson family’s home is a National Historic Landmark, designated for its exceptional Underground Railroad history. Rokeby is among the best-documented Underground Railroad sites in the country, one the National Park Service has described as:
“unrivaled among known sites for its historical integrity
and the poignancy of the stories it tells.”
Telling those stories is at the center of the Museum’s mission, which is to “connect visitors with the human experience of the Underground Railroad and with the lives of the Robinsons, who lived on and farmed this land for nearly 200 years.” Guided by Rachel Gilpin and Rowland Thomas Robinson’s commitment to speaking truth to power, today’s Rokeby is committed to serving as a center for the exploration and discussion of contemporary social justice issues.
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FREE Storytime on Tuesday, July 16, at 3:30 PM!
Theme: Accessibility!
People move around differently: we walk and use wheelchairs, walkers, and canes. We’ll discuss movement and what makes a building fair or unfair. Activities include reading aloud, discussion, and drawing.
Rokeby offers FREE, anti-bias-themed family storytimes on third Thursdays during the summer. Grab a blanket and spread out under the locust trees (rain location available). Admission to Rokeby is free on Tuesdays after 1:00 p.m.
Explore our racial learning children’s room, exhibits, grounds, and story walk. Learning themes are designed for children ages 3-7, but babies, toddlers, and everyone are welcome.
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Jul 15
Visit Rokeby Museum`s newest Underground Railroad exhibition, "Seeking Freedom: The Underground Railroad and the Legacy of an Abolitionist Family."
Visitor Comments:
“Fantastic and powerful exhibit, digging into Rokeby`s history and stripping the myths that buried the harsh reality of slavery.”
“History that everyone should know about."
“Beautiful exhibit – many new truths learned.”
Open daily from 10 AM to 5 PM. Historic house tours at 11 AM and 2 PM.
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Jul 12
Pie! Pie! Pie! Rokeby Museum is looking for bakers to contribute to this year`s Pie & Ice Cream Social. Can you contribute one....or ten? Sign up here - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfOaxpXyyya7RKvSjGm9LO4ihRSPvXJDOj0ZHS4UjP1CgmVsg/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0
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Jul 10
☀ Attention! There are a few spots open at Rokeby Theater Camp! ☀
Find out more here: https://rokeby.org/event/rokeby-theater-camp/
Camp is...
🎭Immersive
🎭Inclusive
🎭Hard work
🎭Silly
Camp builds...
🌱Self-confidence
🌱Creative thinking
🌱Team building
🌱Stage experience
🧑🎨Create Something Together at Rokeby Theater Camp🧑🎨
Jun 28
