Sep 11, 2023 / Dawn Lubaszewski
September is International Underground Railroad Month September marks the observance of International Underground Railroad Month, a significant period commemorating the efforts of abolitionists Harriet Tubman and Frederick Douglass. Having escaped from slavery in Maryland in the month of September, both Tubman and Douglass chose to experience their newfound freedom in upstate New York’s Finger Lakes region. More
Feb 21, 2023 / madden
Where Brave Women Winter By: Karen Kuhl The Finger Lakes region has fabulous assets that make it an ideal place to live and travel, including our impressive historical figures who changed the way we live today. Among these impactful individuals are our own Harriet Tubman, Frances Seward, Martha Coffin Wright and Emily Howland, all of whom called Cayuga County home. More
Feb 07, 2023 / madden
Live and Honor Black History in Harriet Tubman’s Hometown By: Colleen Onuffer Although this is the chosen month to highlight Black history, the celebration and recognition of the Black history-makers goes beyond the month of February. Their contributions are ingrained in our society and culture, which is something to be acknowledged every day. More
Jan 24, 2023 / madden
2022 A Year in Review By: Staff The Cayuga County Office of Tourism is the designated tourism promotion agency for Cayuga County. We are responsible for promoting the county’s attractions, events and lodging establishments.To accomplish this, we develop different campaigns and partnerships, and we align them with potential visitors. More
Jan 10, 2023 / madden
Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions in Harriet Tubman’s Hometown By: Break The Ice Media During her life, Harriet Tubman persevered in carrying out various humanitarian missions – from freeing enslaved individuals, to her continued work which included creating the Home for the Indigent and Aged. This tenacity would touch the lives of so many, even to this day. More
Dec 27, 2022 / madden
Local Businesses Honoring Harriet Tubman’s Life and Legacy By: Staff In honor of the bicentennial birthday of Harriet Tubman, Tour Cayuga developed a grant program designed to encourage diverse business owners to develop events/programs or performances that highlighted Harriet Tubman’s life and legacy and promoted diversity, equality, and inclusion. All organizations applying for the grant were encouraged to have a DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) statement. More
Dec 13, 2022 / madden
Support Local, Black-Owned Businesses This Holiday Season By: Break The Ice Media The Cayuga County community continues to live out the legacy of our historic resident, Harriet Tubman, through a variety of businesses, shops, and services in the area. In addition to her bravery, Tubman was a highly successful entrepreneur and businesswoman in her time. More
Mar 26, 2022 / Shelby Marzen
Travel back in time and stay at a Historic Inn in Harriet Tubman’s Hometown By: Camille Zess Cayuga County and the Finger Lakes region in general, is a place steeped in history and is an exceptional destination to relax, unwind and have an array of memorable experiences. There are many exciting, educational, delicious, and fun things to choose from in this beautiful part of New York State, depending on what you want to do. More