Underground Railroad History Project of the Capital Region

The Underground Railroad History Project of the Capital Region is a non-profit organization based in Albany, New York. The organization is a small team of four employees dedicated to researching and preserving the history of the Underground Railroad. The Underground Railroad History Project of the Capital Region generates a revenue of $2.5 million annually. The organization focuses on the local and national history of the Underground Railroad movement, its international connections, and its lasting impact on contemporary social justice issues. The Underground Railroad History Project of the Capital Region offers tours of the Myers Residence, the former home of Stephen and Harriet Myers, prominent Black abolitionists in Albany. This historic site houses a collection of primary Underground Railroad artifacts and documents. In addition, the organization engages the community through programming that inspires social change. The Underground Railroad History Project of the Capital Region's mission is to empower individuals of all ages to become agents of change toward a more equitable and just society. They achieve this through educational programs, historical preservation, and community outreach. Those interested in learning more about the Underground Railroad History Project of the Capital Region can visit their website at undergroundrailroadhistory.org.