Seven decades of Schenectady history come to life on Union College grounds in a staged pageant commemorating the city’s 250th anniversary.
This edition presents a vivid, script-like narrative that blends civic pride with early American history, rooted in the celebratory events of 1912.
The text recreates public moments—from welcoming figures like Lafayette and Washington to the founding days of Union College and the town’s Civil War era—and uses dialogue, songs, and period details to illuminate the city’s heritage. It reads as a historical performance, grounded in the community’s memory and archival imagery.
What you’ll experience
- Authentic scenes of early Schenectady life, civic pride, and school milestones
- Dialogues and stage directions that convey atmosphere, setting, and key figures
- Snapshots of public ceremonies, anniversaries, and town gatherings
- A window into how a community commemorates its history through performance
Ideal for readers with an interest in American regional history, civic pageantry, and the cultural memory of a 19th–20th century city.