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Harper's Ferry National Historical Park - Niagara Centennial Commemoration - Niagara: A Story of Freedom


category : Historic Parks
In 2006, Harper's Ferry National Historical Park will commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the gathering of the Niagara Movement, the first major civil rights organization of the 20th century. Founded in 1905 by Dr. W.E.B. DuBois this group was the forerunner to the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP).


The public centennial commemorative activities will be held on August 18, 19, 20, 2006. Music, drama, scholarship, panel discussions and ranger guided programs are just a few of the opportunities that will be offered during this three day commemoration.


Harper's Ferry National Historical Park hopes that you will join us for this special commemorative event to honor the Niagara Movement, the cornerstone of the modern civil rights era.


Address: Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
PO Box 65
Phone: 304-535-6026
Our Email: HAFE_Niagara2006@nps.gov

Come visit us in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - Bill Barker as Thomas Jefferson

July 29, 2006
1:00 p.m.
This Scene is Worth a Voyage Across the Atlantic with Bill Barker as Thomas Jefferson (Lower Town)
3:00 p.m.
The Object of Your Mission: Thomas Jefferson and the Lewis and Clark Expedition with Bill Barker as Thomas Jefferson (Lower Town)

Harpers Ferry, WV Historic Parks

PumpkinFest

Since 1985 the owners of the Ridgefield Farm & Orchard have planted three thousand apple trees, acres of pumpkins, and eight thousand Christmas trees so that people can enjoy the bounty of the crops and participate in the harvest experience. The orchard boasts 15 varieties of apples.

Harpers Ferry, WV Other Events



Harpers Ferry Outdoor Festival and 9th Anual Tim Gavin Downriver Race

Saturday, June 16th.
Race starts at 1:00pm, and the Festival begains at 2:00pm.
Live music throughout the day feturing "Jah Works"

Harpers Ferry, WV Other Events

Things to do Historic Parks near Harpers Ferry, WV

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - Bill Barker as Thomas Jefferson

July 29, 2006 1:00 p.m. This Scene is Worth a Voyage Across the Atlantic with Bill Barker as Thomas Jefferson ...

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - Under Fire: The Battle of Harpers Ferry 1862

Under Fire: The Battle of Harpers Ferry 1862 will interpret the Battle of Harpers Ferry and surrender of the Union garrison t...

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - A Woman’s Place: Harpers Ferry 1800-1931

March 25-26, 2006 A Woman’s Place: Harpers Ferry 1800-1931 Join a ranger-guided walking tour each day. S...

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - Potomac Watershed Cleanup

Volunteers interested in the environment will remove unwanted trash at Harpers Ferry NHP from 9am to noon. Contact ...