Catalyst, Conflict, Conclusion: New York’s African American Civil War Legacy
When: 10:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.
Where: Huxley Theater, New York State Museum Albany NY
What: This free program will include a dramatic presentation by David Anderson from Nazareth College, highlighting the United States Colored Troops followed by a panel discussion about the important roles of African Americans in their quest for emancipation. Members of the panel include: Dr. David Anderson - Nazareth college, Dr. Kate Clifford Larson - Simmons College and Dr. Amy Murrell Taylor - University at Albany

Sponsored by: NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and The NYS Museum.

2012 Empire State Tourism Conference
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When: March 6-8
Where: Marriott Hotel, Albany
What: Tourism Action Day on 3/6 followed by conference, which includes speakers, seminars, trade show, awards, and more.
Sponsored by: NYSTVA

Museums in Conversation
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Where: Albany Marriott
What: Annual conference explores this year's theme: How do we (re)vision our museums?
Sponsored by Museumwise and the Museum Association of New York State.