Join the local portion of #FREEDOMWALK2026, a modern-day retracing of the Underground Railroad, celebrating the 30th anniversary of historian Anthony Michael Cohen’s inaugural journey of the same route. Poughkeepsie is one of only ten cities where Cohen and his team will establish their base of operations.
ENJAN is one of more than two dozen local organizations sponsoring #FREEDOMWALK2026. Events include:
Wednesday, May 27, 4:00---6:00 PM: Local Walk #1: The Role of Local Churches in the Anti-Slavery Movement,
Start at the Family Partnership Center parking lot.
Thursday, May 28, 6:00---8:00 PM: Bonfire Gathering with Anthony Michael Cohen, Oakwood School.
Friday, May 29, 4:00 PM: Local Walk #2: River Trail to Freedom and Walkway Over the Hudson. Begin at Celebrating the African Spirit memorial in Waryas Park; end at Sojourner Truth statue (west side of Walkway).
Sunday, May 31, 12:00---3:00 PM: Community Celebration, Family Partnership Center.
For more details, including alternatives in case of rain and list of local sponsors, see attached flier.
