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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Sampler by Ann Stevens (Robinson), 1854, Rokeby Museum Collection
Learn more about Vermont Samplers on Oct 3 when Lynne Anderson presents "The Vermont Sampler Initiative: Uncovering a Rich Heritage." Register and learn more at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-vermont-sampler-initiative-uncovering-a-rich-heritage-tickets-706020766117?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Aug 31
Thank you to everyone who supported Rokeby Museum at the annual Pie & Ice Cream Social! We enjoyed music from Bob Recupero and Young Tradition Vermont, lawn games, and lots and lots of pie and ice cream! Thank you to all the volunteers to made this event a success.
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Aug 14
