History has shown us that inequalities have deep, long-lasting consequences on people’s rights. Today, this situation is worsened as the climate crisis deepens. It’s time to learn from history, and protect our future. Sign up the letter: bit.ly/votewithmemory #VoteWithMemory

TODAY! Join Senior Historian Ashley Hopkins-Benton at 12 pm as she highlights some of the LGBTQ+ stories that can be found in the New York State Museum’s galleries. → bit.ly/3KtICjN __________ 🏳️‍🌈Discover more pride programs and resources: nysm.nysed.gov/pride

On the sign on the side of the NYSM A-train, you will see its downtown terminus—Rockaway Park, Queens. Adjacent to Rockaway Park, is Jacob Riis Park. Now called People's Beach, it has been a popular destination for LGBTQ+ beachgoers as a queer-friendly space since the 1940s.

Join us 6/11 @ 1 PM for "Trans Children in Today’s Schools" presented by Aidan Key. For more info and to reg: buff.ly/3XhKSSK #Webinar #PublicProgram #LGBTQ #LGBT #Transgender #TransgenderYouth #TransYouth #TransRightsAreHumanRights #TransgenderStudent #TransStudent

THIS SATURDAY! On June 15, the NYSM will screen "Searching for Timbuctoo" on a loop. Discover the history of the forgotten settlement of Timbuctoo and follow the archaeology team looking to unearth evidence of the community in upstate NY. Sneak peek → vimeo.com/720798770

NEXT WEEK! Join Dr. Pedro A. Regalado on Thursday, June 20 at 7 pm as he discusses, "All That Has Disappeared: Latinxs and Urban Redevelopment, 1937-1962." nysm.nysed.gov/programs/pedro…

Our park rangers got to tour the Voices And Votes traveling exhibit at Sackets Harbor in the Thousand Islands. Have you? This exhibit, developed by @museumonmainst is making its way through New York on a tour organized by Museum Association of New York. See it at Sackets Harbor by June 29!

Happy #FlagDay! 🇺🇸 Flag Day commemorates the date in 1777 when the United States approved the design for its first national flag. Today we celebrate Flag Day by flying the American flag in front of residences, participating in parades, and hosting patriotic events.

Shouting out the 🔥🔥🔥 keynote Pedro A. Regalado just gave at the NY History Conference. Some people are brilliant. Some people are kind. Some people are clear communicators. Very few are ALL THREE but he’s one of ‘em!

CANCELLED DUE TO ANTICIPATED INCLEMENT WEATHER Unfortunately, the Packard will not be displayed this Saturday at the Antique Automobile Club of America's 2024 Eastern Spring Nationals. Instead, please join historian Brad Utter on this virtual ride-along: nysm.nysed.gov/education/vide…

Snapshots from #NYHC24 session “The UGRR: a New Interpretation of an Old Story”, offered by M.L. And P. Stewart, Underground Railroad Education Center. @NYSHistorian NYS Education Department New York State Library NY State Archives Humanities New York William G. Pomeroy Foundation Cooperstown Graduate Program A New York Minute In History New York History Journal

We want to hear from YOU! Take part in our interactive poll and share your thoughts on what migration means in today's world. Every voice matters! surveymonkey.com/r/229CQ7H #JoinTheConversation 💪🌟 #DiverseHumanJourneys #MigrationMatters #RefugeesIncluded

In 2019, construction in Lake George uncovered a Revolutionary War cemetery. Over 15 months, NYSM Archaeologists meticulously recovered remains of 44 soldiers, mostly young men. The remains will be reburied at the Lake George Battlefield Park. Learn more: bit.ly/4cTZVXr

NEXT WEEK: MEET THE AUTHOR! Stop by Barnes & Noble, Albany, to meet NYSM Historian Brad Utter & grab a copy of "Enterprising Waters, the History & Art of New York's Erie Canal." Tuesday, July 23, 6PM Barnes & Noble at Colonie Center Mall 131 Colonie Center #355, Albany, NY 12205

For historians & organizations looking for guidance on how to plan for, promote, & celebrate the upcoming 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, check out this comprehensive Field Guide! bit.ly/3QlaMBi @NYSHistorian NY State Parks America250 The New York Historical

The NYSM remembers former President Jimmy Carter, a leader whose legacy of service and compassion touched countless lives. Our collection includes these artifacts from his 1976 Presidential Campaign, and the NY State Archives preserves a photograph of Carter with Walter Mondale.

These items reflect a historic chapter in American democracy. We honor his contributions to our nation and his lifelong dedication to humanity. #NYSMCollections #NYSArchives #NYArchivesMag #JimmyCarter #HistoryMatters #president #unitedstateshistory #presidentcarter

#InternationalHolocaustRemembranceDay: We pause to remember the 982 refugees who arrived at Fort Ontario in Oswego, NY. As millions perished, this small group would be the only Holocaust escapees allowed entrance to the United States during World War II. nysm.nysed.gov/exhibitions/ho…