The Saratoga County History Center and Heritage Hunters of Saratoga County are thrilled to announce a talk by Akum Norder, senior editor for opinion at the Albany Times Union, on April 15 at 1 pm. The event will take place in-person at Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Avenue, Ballston Spa, NY 12020.
Norder’s book, The History of Here: a House, the Pine Hills Neighborhood, and the City of Albany, tells the story of her 1912 house and the people who have lived in it over the years. As an experienced writer and editorial board member, Norder is well-versed in the history and development of the city of Albany, and her book provides valuable insight into how every house changes over time, as well as the impact of the people and neighborhoods surrounding it.
Norder’s work has been recognized by the Journalists’ Association of New York, which awarded her second place in opinion writing in October. Her talk promises to be an engaging and informative event, exploring the history and heritage of the Albany area.
The Saratoga County History Center is celebrating its 60th anniversary and is committed to promoting a better understanding of the area’s rich history. “A greater Saratoga starts here,”emphasizing the importance of Center’s comprehensive focus, which includes installing an immersive exhibition on the history of Saratoga County that will open in spring 2023. The Center’s multi-year, multi-platform initiative offers a variety of innovative, stimulating, and educational programs online and in-person across the country.
The event is open to the public, and all those interested in local history and heritage are invited to attend.
