Join Music Director Ward Stare for the world premiere of a new work by renowned composer, Gemma Peacocke. Plus, playwright Mark Mobley is creating a new theatrical work setting the stories of strong Rochester women, past and present, to music.
Join us for a FREE pre-concert chat, located in Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre, one hour before the concert as conductor and guest artist(s) discuss the program.
WHAT: The Suffragist City Parade and Block Party, a project of the National Susan B. Anthony Museum & House
WHEN: Saturday, September 14, 2019, 10:00AM-1:30PM
WHERE: The Parade steps off at 10:00AM at W. Main and N. Washington Streets. The parade route will take marchers down W. Main St., north on Madison St., and past the Anthony Museum. The Parade ends at Susan B. Anthony Square Park with a Block Party until 1:30PM.
The theme of the Parade is We the People—Equality for All People,and celebrates Rochester’s connection to the voting rights movement, its history, and relevance today. The Parade will be include Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass, with over 30 marching units and bands participating.
After the Parade, Susan B. Anthony Square Park will be the location for music (acts include Flower City Pride Band, the Harriet Tubman Singers from Auburn, and the Raging Grannies). Art Force 5 will create a collaborative work of art aided by onlookers. Susan B. Anthony, Frederick Douglass, and other role models will be in the Park to share their inspirational stories. Votercade 2020 will be present with a vintage car and a preview of 2020 activities. Food trucks, ice cream, and beverages will be on site, too, so participants are encouraged to stay for lunch!
Email pr@susanb.orgfor more information or go to susanb.org and look for the Parade links.
The National Susan B. Anthony Museum & House proudly presents the 17th season of its popular Monday Lecture Series. June’s featured speaker is Dr. Jennifer M. Lloyd, History Professor Emerita, The College at Brockport , who will present “Carrie Chapman Catt: the woman behind the passage of the 19th Amendment.”
This presentation is offered as an online presentation at 1pm. Invitations will be sent to registered attendees.
Register to attend the online presentation here.
The National Susan B. Anthony Museum & House proudly presents the 17th season of its popular Monday Lecture Series. January 2020’s featured speaker is Dr. Brianna Theobald, Professor of History, University of Rochester, who will present “Native American Women and the Fight for Reproductive Justice.”
This presentation is offered in the Anthony Museum Carriage House as a lecture and catered lunch at noon ($35) and as a lecture and informal tea at 2 pm (SOLD OUT). Click here for registration.
Featuring
Madeleine McQueen | Sarah Long Hendershot and Dan Hoh | Connie Deming
Artists Coalition for Change Together
The Raging Grannies
Art Force 5—students from Alfred University—will create a mosaic of Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass. Join them to paint a tile and learn about the big picture in the process!
Meet Susan B. Anthony, Frederick Douglass and other celebrated role models!
Wraps on Wheels • Dillicious Eats • Neighborhood Catering
A talk by Dr. Sally RoeschWagner, Professor, Syracuse University; Director of Matilda Joslyn Gage Center for Social Justice Dialogue
When women in New York State began to organize for their rights in 1848, they took their cue from the nearby Haudenosaunee communities, where women lived in the world that non-native women dreamed.
The program will be followed by a book signing and a reception with light refreshments provided by our host, Nazareth College.
Hosted by Nazareth College in recognition of the Helen Guthrie Memorial Lecture
This event, which is free and open to the public, is made possible through the support of the New York Council for the Humanities’ Public Scholars program.
Cosponsored by:
The American Association of University Women
The Friends of Ganondagan
The National Council of Jewish Women, Greater Rochester Section
National Susan B. Anthony Museum & House
The Susan B. Anthony Center at the University of Rochester
Advance registration is required.
For more information and registration visit https://tinyurl.com/women-voted or call 585.262.3730.
Rochester, NY – In light of recent events in the world of American politics, the National Susan B Anthony Museum & House today reiterated its nonpartisan educational mission to inspire and challenge individuals, through Susan B Anthony’s life and work, to make a positive difference in their lives and communities.
Today, presidential candidate, Donald Trump, announced his intention to create a “pro-life coalition” headed by Marjorie Dannenfelser of the Susan B. Anthony List. This coalition would work to support Mr. Trump’s previously declared commitments to the anti-abortion movement and to encourage voter turnout in key battleground states. The Susan B. Anthony List is a 501(c)(4) organization. Along with its affiliated political action committee, the SBA List Candidate Fund, this organization has long raised concerns for the Anthony Museum and those dedicated to protecting the legacy of the great reformer. Neither organization is in any way affiliated or in partnership with the National Susan B Anthony Museum & House.
“Not only does the Museum maintain a nonpartisan perspective,” said president and CEO, Deborah L. Hughes, “but it would not be in keeping with Susan B. Anthony’s legacy to endorse a political candidate. We are pleased that this once-reviled woman has earned such a high place of honor and authority that individuals and organizations seek her as their champion, but the National Susan B Anthony Museum & House is here to tell the authentic story of her life and work, rather than to use her name for a political agenda.”
The National Susan B Anthony Museum & House, a 501(c)(3) educational entity, is dedicated to preserving and interpreting Anthony’s life and work in a historically accurate and responsible manner. It is not affiliated with any other organization bearing the name of Susan B Anthony.
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Please send any inquiries re: this statement to president & CEO, Deborah L. Hughes.
New Legislation Highlights New York’s Role in Women’s Suffrage Movement (TWCNews)
Gillibrand pushes for Women’s Suffrage Centennial Commission (Rochester Business Journal)
Gillibrand calls for legislation to commemorate women’s suffrage anniversary (News 10)
New legislation aims to provide funding for programs recognizing women’s suffrage (RochesterFirst.com)
Gillibrand Pushes For Suffrage Centennial Commission (WXXI News)
Volunteer Coordinator
National Susan B Anthony Museum & House
Position Description
Position Profile:
The National Susan B Anthony Museum & House preserves the National Historic Landmark where the great reformer lived for forty of her most politically active years, collects and exhibits artifacts related to her life and work, and offers programs through its Learning Center that challenge individuals to make a positive difference in their lives and communities.
The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for an effective museum volunteer program designed to support a high quality visitor experience.
Principal Responsibilities:
1. Recruits, interviews, trains, and certifies museum volunteers
2. Develops training materials and other volunteer resources (in collaboration with Educator)
3. Fills, maintains, posts, and distributes the volunteer schedule
4. Produces a volunteer newsletter monthly (in collaboration with Communications staff)
5. Acts as liaison between volunteers and staff to facilitate good relations and communications
6. Develops and facilitates educational programs in collaboration with the Program Director or CEO
7. Assists in planning and securing volunteer staffing for educational and group programs
8. Facilitates volunteer enrichment programs and volunteer meetings
9. Plans the volunteer recognition program
10. Corresponds with volunteers as part of institutional outreach and goodwill toward volunteers
11. Attends weekly staff meetings to provide input on volunteer program and maintain communication with colleagues
12. Serves as “Visitor Center Manager” at the Visitor Center for designated shifts
Reports to: President and CEO
Employment Status: Part-time, Hourly
This position is budgeted for 19 hours per week, including 5-8 hours of “Visitor Center Manager” time.
To apply, send cover letter and resume with references to:
President & CEO
National Susan B Anthony Museum & House
17 Madison Street
Rochester, NY 14608
Rochester, NY – The National Susan B Anthony Museum & House has begun major plans to commemorate the centennial of woman suffrage in New York State in 2017. VoteTilla – a weeklong navigational celebration – will take place along the Erie Canal from July 16 – 22, 2017. A core group of canal boats will set out from Seneca Falls and travel to Rochester, with a concluding celebration at the Anthony Museum on Madison Street.
Throughout the week, VoteTilla boats will dock at several towns and villages along the route. Local residents and partner organizations are invited to share in the celebration by offering programming and excursions or by adding their own boats to the traveling fleet. Current partners include Bristol Valley Theatre, Canal Society of New York State, the City of Rochester, Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor, the RIT Women’s and Gender Studies Coordinating Committee, Rochester Museum & Science Center, Susan B Anthony Neighborhood Association, the Seward House, and the University of Rochester’s Susan B Anthony Center for Women’s Leadership.
Superintendent Ami Ghazala stated, “The National Park Service at Women’s Rights National Historical Park is thrilled to partner with women’s organizations in the Finger Lakes. We strive to bring attention to historical and current stories that highlight the diversity of the United States.”
National Women’s Hall of Fame president Jeanne Giovannini stated, “This consortium will strengthen the ties and collaboration among these cultural and historical organizations, helping to bring national and international attention to the Finger Lakes Region for its significance and place in our nation’s history in the promotion of human rights.”
“VoteTilla will be a vivid reminder of the work and cooperation required to secure the vote for women,” says Anthony Museum president & CEO, Deborah L Hughes. “Educational, historical, and civic organizations and community members of all ages can come together to host events, greet the passing boats, and participate in special events, on both land and water.”
The VoteTilla celebration immediately follows both the July 4th Bicentennial Celebration of the New York State Canals and the Convention Days weekend in Seneca Falls.
For information on partnering with the Anthony Museum for this special event, please email or call our office at 585/279-7490.
