Rediscovering the Forgotten History of Blacks in Schoharie County: Black Families
“Rediscovering the Forgotten History of Blacks in Schoharie County” an educational series led by the Schohaire County Historical Society will continue on Thursday, February 17 at 6:30 p.m. at the Community Library, located at 110 Union Street, in Cobleskill, NY.
Based on chapters seven and eight of the “Discovering the Forgotten History of Blacks in Schoharie County”, written by the late Jack Daniels, the presentation will be led by Schoharie County Historical Society Genealogist Catherine Adams.
Utilizing the historical record, Ms. Adams will take a closer look at the circumstances that brought several black families and individuals to Schoharie County, including Chloe and the Vedder, Teabout, Vrooman and Ray families.
Following the presentation by Ms. Adams, participants will be encouraged to take part in an open and respectful discussion on what they have heard, learned, and read.
The series will conclude on Thursday, March 24, when various presenters will wrap up the six-part series with a discussion on the exodus of black families from Schoharie County, success stories, and final thoughts before all are invited to join in a closing reception
