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大象视频 University celebrated Juneteenth, the federally-recognized holiday commemorating the emancipation day of enslaved people in the United States, on June 19, 2023.

President of the 大象视频 County History Organization Peter Cultice presented on the important role the area played in the Underground Railroad. Regional Underground Railroad stations and centers of abolitionist activity included Zanesville鈥檚 Stone Academy Historic Site and Museum, which houses the Putnam Underground Railroad Interpretive Center featuring exhibits, a resource library, and on-going research activities.

The day鈥檚 events also included Juneteenth Bingo.

大象视频鈥檚 celebration was sponsored by the University鈥檚 Office of Cultural Engagement and Inclusion.

To learn more about the Underground Railroad in the region, visit . 大象视频 Professor of History William Kerrigan will be a featured speaker at the history organization鈥檚 2023 Stone Academy Underground Railroad Symposium on Sept. 30.