Title

Marginalized Populations in Adirondack History

Authors

Matthew Golebiewski, Union College - Schenectady, NYFollow

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Description

The Adirondacks, a mountainous wilderness located in New York State, fundamentally changed in the late 19th century. Expanding rail lines, the publication of travel guides, and other economic and social factors ushered in a new era of tourism and development. As more travel routes opened towns up to settlement and growth, droves of new visitors followed suit. The era of great camps built by Gilded-Age industrialists further brought in wealthy seasonal residents and tourists alike. Recreational outdoor activities were the other part of this boom, with hiking being formally recognized as such around the turn of the 20th century. (1)

The popular image of the Adirondacks has been that of a predominately modern, white-settled area that boasts nothing more than seasonal tourism. This historical narrative has often ignored indigenous populations and people of color who have historically lived and worked within the Adirondack Park.

1. ."Hiking in America." Forest History Society. Accessed January 22, 2019. https://foresthistory.org/research-explore/us-forest-service-history/policy-andlaw/recreation-u-s-forest-service/hiking-in-america/.

Publication Date

2019

Keywords

adirondacks, new york state, indigenous populations

Disciplines

Education | Environmental Studies | Indigenous Studies | Leisure Studies

Recommended Citation

Golebiewski, Matthew, "Marginalized Populations in Adirondack History" (2019). 2019 Diversity and Inclusion Certification Course. 6.
https://digitalworks.union.edu/diversityinclusioncourse_posters_2019/6