Marily Nolte will introduce and talk about her new book
Beyond those Gates: Mountains of Hope in Rochester's African-American History
New from the Friends of Mount Hope Cemetery, this 95 page book focuses on several African-American s interred in Mount Hope Cemetery. It covers the lives and accomplishments of individuals know to us today and likewise uncovers lesser known by equally interesting and deserving citizens of New York's flour/flower city.
Frederick Douglass spent twenty-five years with his family in Rochester, beginning in 1848. Despite living through one of our nation’s most bitter and terrifying times, Frederick and his wife, Anna, raised five children in a loving home with flower, fruit and vegetable gardens. While Frederick traveled widely, fighting for the freedom and rights of his brethren, Anna cared for their home and their family and extended circle. Their house was open to fugitives on the Underground Railroad, visiting abolitionists and houseguests who stayed for weeks, months and years at a time. Local author Rose O’Keefe weaves together the story of the Douglass’ experience in Rochester and the indelible mark they left on the Flower City.
Frederick Douglass spent twenty-five years with his family in Rochester, beginning in 1848. Despite living through one of our nation’s most bitter and terrifying times, Frederick and his wife, Anna, raised five children in a loving home with flower, fruit and vegetable gardens. While Frederick traveled widely, fighting for the freedom and rights of his brethren, Anna cared for their home and their family and extended circle. Their house was open to fugitives on the Underground Railroad, visiting abolitionists and house guests who stayed for weeks, months and years at a time. Local author Rose O’Keefe weaves together the story of the Douglass’ experience in Rochester and the indelible mark they left on the Flower City.
1:30 pm: MUSEUM OPEN
7:00 pm: CANCELLED ! Frederick and Anna Douglass in Rochester, NY: Their Home Was Open to All, by Rose O'Keefe
