Norman K. Dann, Ph.D., continues the series of programs he is presenting from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays. Coming up are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sept. 1, 2021: \u2018Elizabeth Smith Miller: Quiet Advocate\u2019<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Sept. 8, 2021: \u2018Greene Smith: Rebel and Outdoorsman\u2019<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Sept. 15, 2021: \u2018Cousins of Reform: Smith and Stanton\u2019<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Sept. 22, 2021: \u2018The Underground Railroad\u2019<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The new book, \u2018Passionate Energies: The Gerrit and Ann Smith Family of Peterboro, New York Through a Century of Reform,\u2019<\/em> covers similar content to the series of presentations entitled \u2018Underground Railroad, Women\u2019s Rights, and Optimism: The Gerrit and Ann Smith Family of Peterboro NY and the Crusade for Human <\/em>Rights.\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n Starting in the 1820s and continuing through the 1920s, the Smith family of Peterboro led the way in some of the greatest reform efforts in the nation\u2019s history. Their work encompassed the abolition of slavery, women\u2019s rights and woman suffrage, as well as dress reform, the preservation and study of the animal world and initiatives in politics and religion that still affect our modern world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cAs statues \u2026 are toppled and cancel culture invades every aspect of our lives, how encouraging it is to learn, through this book, that the Gerrit Smith family established a haven where those with opposing views were treated with courtesy and allowed to express their opinions,\u201d said Donna Dorrance Burdick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Dann is professor emeritus<\/em> at SUNY Morrisville, the head docent at the Gerrit Smith Estate, a founder of the National Abolition Hall of Fame and Museum and the author of nine books on Peterboro, including biographies of the Smith family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n He is the author of \u2018Practical Dreamer: Gerrit Smith and the Crusade for Social Reform.\u2019<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The public is invited and encouraged to attend; admission is free. Sessions will be held at the Smithfield Community Center, 5255 Pleasant Valley Road, Peterboro. Publications aligned with the programs are available at each session and by contacting info@gerritsmith.org<\/a>. For more information and updates, visit GerritSmith.org<\/a>, email info@gerritsmith.org<\/a> or call 315.380.9389.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Gerrit Smith Estate National Historic Landmark, the National Abolition Hall of Fame and Museum and the Smithfield Community Association are taking measured steps in resuming Peterboro Heritage programs in 2021. The volunteer organizations thank the public for its understanding, patience and productive feedback. Check websites for updates and more information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Gerrit Smith Estate National Historic Landmark is open from dusk to dawn every day for people who respect property and current COVID protocol. The National Abolition Hall of Fame and Museum is open Sundays from noon to 4 p.m. July 11 through Aug. 29, 2021, for special events and for pre-arranged group tours.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Norman K. Dann, Ph.D., continues the series of programs he is presenting from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays. 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