#DouglassWeek FREE CommUnity Fun Run/Walk
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
Past event
6:00 PM EDT
Rochester, New York
Free · 1 race
Event summary
Join us for the exciting #DouglassWeek FREE CommUnity Fun Run/Walk on Wednesday, July 12, 2023, at 6:00 PM in Rochester, Monroe County. This family-friendly event invites participants of all ages to enjoy a scenic 3ish mile run/walk that begins and ends at Fleet Feet, located at 155 Culver Road. The course will take you past the historic homestead site of the renowned abolitionist Frederick Douglass, where you can pause at a commemorative plaque and bench that honors his legacy.
As part of the annual #DouglassWeek celebration, this event is a unique opportunity to engage with the community and reflect on the remarkable contributions of Frederick Douglass, who lived in Rochester for 25 years. After your run or walk, stick around to indulge in delicious cake as we celebrate Douglass’s life and his impact on society. Don’t miss out on this uplifting event that combines fitness, community spirit, and historical appreciation—mark your calendars and join us in making history!
As part of the annual #DouglassWeek celebration, this event is a unique opportunity to engage with the community and reflect on the remarkable contributions of Frederick Douglass, who lived in Rochester for 25 years. After your run or walk, stick around to indulge in delicious cake as we celebrate Douglass’s life and his impact on society. Don’t miss out on this uplifting event that combines fitness, community spirit, and historical appreciation—mark your calendars and join us in making history!
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#DouglassWeek CommUnity Fun Run/Walk
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#DOUGLASSWEEK COMMUNITY FUN RUN/WALK
FLEET FEET @ THE ARMORY
155 CULVER ROAD, ROCHESTER, NY
WEDNESDAY, JULY 12TH @ 6:00PM
Join us for a FREE 3ish mile run/walk open to the public starting and finishing at Fleet Feet. Follow a self-directed course that leads you past the former homestead site of Frederick Douglass, where currently a plaque and bench reside on Alexander.
#DouglassWeek is a collaborative event series celebrating the work and life of Frederick Douglass in different countries around the world. The week includes performances, creative installations and critical discussions addressing the history and impact of Douglass in each location. Each year #DouglassWeek partners with a wide network of Douglass scholars, historians and researchers, along with artists, musicians, poets, athletes, community groups and activists from around the world to commemorate Douglass, the Douglass family and other changemakers to bring you memorable and thought-provoking events and activities.
We are proud to be part of the #DouglassWeek Celebration with this FREE CommUnity Fun Run/Walk! LEARN MORE ABOUT #DOUGLASSWEEK HERE https://douglassweek.org
The third annual #DouglassWeek will place in Rochester, NY, where Frederick and Anna Douglass lived for 25 years before moving to Washington, DC, in 1872.
Post run/walk stick around to enjoy cake in celebration of the life of Frederick Douglass and his contributions to Rochester, Society, and this Nation!
FLEET FEET @ THE ARMORY
155 CULVER ROAD, ROCHESTER, NY
WEDNESDAY, JULY 12TH @ 6:00PM
Join us for a FREE 3ish mile run/walk open to the public starting and finishing at Fleet Feet. Follow a self-directed course that leads you past the former homestead site of Frederick Douglass, where currently a plaque and bench reside on Alexander.
#DouglassWeek is a collaborative event series celebrating the work and life of Frederick Douglass in different countries around the world. The week includes performances, creative installations and critical discussions addressing the history and impact of Douglass in each location. Each year #DouglassWeek partners with a wide network of Douglass scholars, historians and researchers, along with artists, musicians, poets, athletes, community groups and activists from around the world to commemorate Douglass, the Douglass family and other changemakers to bring you memorable and thought-provoking events and activities.
We are proud to be part of the #DouglassWeek Celebration with this FREE CommUnity Fun Run/Walk! LEARN MORE ABOUT #DOUGLASSWEEK HERE https://douglassweek.org
The third annual #DouglassWeek will place in Rochester, NY, where Frederick and Anna Douglass lived for 25 years before moving to Washington, DC, in 1872.
Post run/walk stick around to enjoy cake in celebration of the life of Frederick Douglass and his contributions to Rochester, Society, and this Nation!
Location
155 Culver Road, Suite 110, Rochester, 14620, NY, United States
#DouglassWeek FREE CommUnity Fun Run/Walk
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