Schenectady, NY (July 24, 2024) -- The Schenectady County Historical Society is pleased to present a new program, "Living History: 19th Century African Americans." The program will take place at SCHS on Saturday, August 17 from 3pm to 5pm. The community is invited to join in celebrating Schenectady’s African American history. This program will feature living history performances highlighting three local individuals who rose from the shackles and oppression of slavery to positions of prominence.