David Crane on the Conflict in Ukraine
Virtual EventChief Prosecutor of the Special Court for Sierra Leone, David Crane, will provide an update from his perspective on the ongoing war in Ukraine at 2 p.m. December 5 via […]
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Living Voices Series: Hear My Voice
The Robert H. Jackson Center 305 E 4th ST, Jamestown, NY, United StatesJanuary 31: 10-11 a.m. and 1-2 p.m.February 1: 9-10 a.m. and 1-2 p.m.Discover the 72-year struggle that finally won half of America's citizens a voice in their own government, through […]
Turner Lecture Series Featuring Kristan McMahon
We are pleased to announce that the next Turner Lecture Series program will be Feb. 6, 2024 at 6:30 at the Robert H. Jackson Center and feature Kristan McMahon, President […]
Jackson Day in Warren 2024
Our Jackson Day in Warren County celebration will be Wednesday, February 21 with keynote speaker Elizabeth Hirz, the first woman to serve as District Attorney in Erie County, Pennsylvania. She […]
Living Voices Series: The Right to Dream (Civil Rights Movement)
The Robert H. Jackson Center 305 E 4th ST, Jamestown, NY, United StatesMarch 6: 10-11 a.m., 1-2 p.m. & 7-8 p.m.March 7: 9-10 a.m. and 1-2 p.m.How do we ensure equal rights for all citizens?Discover the struggle and sacrifice for Black civil […]
COMMUNITY EVENT – My Name is Rachel Corrie
The Robert H. Jackson Center 305 E 4th ST, Jamestown, NY, United StatesSt. Luke’s theatre group, the Winged Ox Players, present the one-woman play, “My Name is Rachel Corrie” at the Robert H. Jackson Center's Cappa Theatre this Friday. Admission is free, […]
Living Voices Series: The New American (Immigration in the Early 20th Century)
March 20: 10-11 a.m., 1-2 p.m. March 21: 9-10 a.m. and 1-2 p.m. What does it mean to start a new life in a new country? Discover the journey from steerage to Ellis Island to the sweatshops of New York City, through the experiences of one young Irish immigrant forced to seek a new American life […]
Living Voices Series: Within the Silence (Japanese Internment in America)
The Robert H. Jackson Center 305 E 4th ST, Jamestown, NY, United StatesApril 10: 10-11 a.m., 1-2 p.m., 7-8 p.m. April 11: 9-10 a.m., 1-2 p.m. What’s the meaning of loyalty?Understand the impact of Executive Order 9066, which imprisoned thousands of innocent Japanese Americans during World War II, through the experiences of one young incarcerated citizen. In 1941, Emiko is an ordinary American teenager whose life is […]
Community Event: When Lilacs Last In The Dooryard Bloom’d
A dramatic recitation of one of Walt Whitman’s famous poems, “When Lilacs Last In The Dooryard Bloom’d” will be held Saturday, the anniversary of the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. The poem will be read by Paul Leone, on Saturday at 7 p.m. at the Robert H Jackson Center's Cappa Theatre. Advanced tickets are available for […]
Living Voices Series: Though the Eyes of a Friend (Holocaust)
May 9: 10-11 a.m. and 1-2 p.m.May 10: 9-10 a.m. and 1-2 p.m.What does it mean to survive?Bear witness to the world of Anne Frank and other young people living through the Holocaust, from the point of view of Anne Frank's "best friend."Sarah is a historically accurate composite character, based on the testimonies of those […]
OurStoryBridge – Voting Stories by You!
The Robert H. Jackson Center 305 E 4th ST, Jamestown, NY, United StatesDo you, or someone you know have a personal story to tell about their experience of democracy in America? Schedule your time now to share your relationship with democracy starting June 17 at the Robert H. Jackson Center. Was it the first time you voted? Or the time you marched for civil rights? Is it […]
Sips of Summer – Indoor Garden Party Fundraiser
The Robert H. Jackson Center 305 E 4th ST, Jamestown, NY, United StatesJoin us at the Robert H. Jackson Center on Sunday afternoon June 30th from 1 - 4 pm for our indoor garden party summer fundraiser. Enjoy light fare, live jazz, wine, and signature cocktails. But most importantly, come enjoy the company of fellow Jackson Center supporters! Tickets are $100 per person and support the programming […]