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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

Civil War Preservation Trust Park Day

Volunteers interested in history and presevation will work together at Harpers Ferry National Historical Park. Contact David Fox at (304) 535-6282 or david_fox@nps.gov for more information. 9:00

Harpers Ferry, WV Other Events

House and Garden Tour 2006 - Historic Berkeley & Jefferson Counties

2006 House and Garden Tour, sponsored by the Shenandoah-Potomac Garden Council.
Docent-led tours of some of the area's most beautiful homes and gardens, demonstrations and refreshments. Includes homes in both Berkeley and Jefferson Counties.
Saturday & Sunday
April 29 & 30, 2

Harpers Ferry, WV Tours

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

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - U. S. Marine Band

U. S. Marine Band “Free Country” will perform at the Cavalier Heights Visitor Center from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30

Harpers Ferry, WV Historic Parks

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - Mr. Lincoln Returns to Harpers Ferry

1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Mr. Lincoln Returns to Harpers Ferry with Jim Getty as Abraham Lincoln (Lower Town)

Harpers Ferry, WV Historic Parks

Things to do Historic Parks near Harpers Ferry, WV

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - I Will Follow Them To the Death: Sheridan’s Soldiers 1864

I Will Follow Them To the Death: Sheridan’s Soldiers 1864 presents Harpers Ferry as the staging area for Union General Philip...

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - Mr. Lincoln Returns to Harpers Ferry

1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Mr. Lincoln Returns to Harpers Ferry with Jim Getty as Abraham Lincoln (Lower Town)....

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - Giving Aid and Comfort: Medical and Relief Work during the Civil War

Living history volunteers Frederick Ladies and 20th Maine portray the medical and relief efforts that provided aid and comfor...

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - Prospects of Peace: A Soldier’s Prayer

Prospects of Peace: A Soldier’s Prayer presents a special program focusing on Yuletide 1864 when Harpers Ferry soldiers atte...

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - The Eyes of the Army: The Cavalry

Living History volunteers Company H, Second US Cavalry, will demonstrate cavalry riding, weapons firing, sabre drill, and bug...