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John W. Jones: A Wonder of Wonders

Wednesday, February 15, 2023 3:00 PM by Annette Richmond

John W. Jones

Courtesy of Wikipedia

John W. Jones is an essential part of Elmira’s abolitionist history and the definition of Black Excellence. As an agent on the Underground Railroad, he assisted over 800 freedom seekers make their way to freedom. As a sexton, he buried Confederate soldiers during the Civil War and treated each one with the utmost respect. His determination and work ethic made him the wealthiest black man in upstate New York.

I hadn’t heard of John Jones before I visited Elmira, New York

Untitled Bronze Sculpture

Finger Lakes Wine Country is proud to have some incredible cultural institutions and museums that make for the perfect way to spend a rainy day! Here are 5 amazing Finger Lakes museums to add to your visit or check out the virtual collections provided below to get some inspiration from home before your visit.

Currently you will want to reach out to each museum to plan your visit by making an appointment or reserving a ticket in advance.

Rockwell Museum

Rockwell Museum a Smithsonian Affiliate in Corning New York

What Frommer’s calls one of the “best