Journey of the Public Universal Friend

Friday, September 15 – Sunday, December 31, 2023 Past event

7:00 AM EDT

Penn Yan, New York

$54.00 · 1 race

Ultra

Event summary

Join us for the exciting "Journey of the Public Universal Friend" event, taking place from September 15, 2023, to December 31, 2023, in the charming town of Penn Yan, Yates County, New York. This unique celebration marks the bicentennial of Yates County and invites participants to explore the fascinating history of the Public Universal Friend, a remarkable religious leader of the late 18th and early 19th centuries.

Discover the path taken by the Public Universal Friend and their followers, the Society of Universal Friends, as they journeyed from New England to establish a new home in what is now Yates County. Engage with captivating stories about 18th-century life and culture, and learn about the origins of America's first denomination formed after independence. This event promises to be an enlightening experience, perfect for history enthusiasts and anyone interested in the rich tapestry of American spiritual heritage. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with the past and celebrate the vibrant history of Yates County!

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Journey of the Public Universal Friend
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Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt

Friday, Sep 15, 2023

$54.00

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Organiser's description

The Public Universal Friend was an enigmatic religious founder and leader in the late 18th and early 19th century. The Friend and the followers of their sect, the Society of Universal Friends, were the first non-native settlers of what is now Yates County, New York. As we celebrate the county's bicentennial, join us as we follow the route of the Public Universal Friend and their followers as they created their sect, moved from New England and found a new home in Yates County. Learn interesting facts about 18th century history, life and culture, and all about the life of this enigmatic religious leader and founder of America's first denomination created after independence.