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The Howland Daguerreotypes

  • Howland Stone Store Museum 2956 State Route 34B Aurora, NY 13026 (map)

In 2017, historians were startled by the discovery of a photograph of a young, stylishly dressed, Harriet Tubman, part of a one-of-a-kind album owned by Sherwood resident Emily Howland, now on display at the African-American Museum in Washington, D.C. On March 20, HSSM historian Larry Bell will unveil a photo collection that precedes that album, a collection of eleven amazing daguerreotypes from the 1840s and 1850s, depicting Emily’s students, teachers, mentors, and family members. This presentation will foreshadow an upcoming exhibit at Opendore this spring.

 We’ve tightened up security for our Zoom presentations. Please email event@howlandstonestore.org to receive the Zoom link. This program can also be experienced in-person at Opendore. Seating will be limited to 20. Email even@howlandstonestore.org to reserve a seat.