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Reading Frederick Douglass 2026

174 years ago, Frederick Douglass delivered his famous speech, “What to the Slave is the 4th of July?” in Rochester, New York. Today, this striking oration remains one of the greatest indictments of American slavery. Join Rokeby Museum... Read More

Juneteenth at Rokeby 2026

Join Rokeby Museum for a celebration of Juneteenth on Friday, June 19th from 10 am to 5 pm. This family-friendly day will feature free admission to the Museum, grounds, and exhibits. The latter includes Seeking Freedom: The Underground Railroad and... Read More

John & Marianne Dwight Orvis: An Abolitionist & Artist Seek Utopia

Ferrisburgh Town Hall Community Center 3279 US-7, Ferrisburgh

Rokeby Museum's Conversations in History series continues Sunday, April 26th, with a special local interest. Join us at the Ferrisburgh Town Hall from 3:00–4:00 pm to learn about John & Marianne Orvis, an extraordinary 19th-century couple who together... Read More