Skidmore-Saratoga Memory Project
Founded by MDOCS' innaugural director, Jordana Dym, The Skidmore-Saratoga Memory Project (SSMP) is an ongoing exploration of the contemporary and historical life of Saratoga County
and Skidmore College. The archival project documents the rich history and cultures
of Saratoga County and the contribution of historical and contemporary figures on
the national and international stage. The Memory Project balances critical inquiry
with the goals and interests of community partners and the broader public.
The SSMP has worked with area archives, museums and historians; arts organizations; community organizations; and Skidmore faculty, staff, retirees and alumni. Initial projects include an oral history database, collecting and exhibiting area maps and helping the Adult and Senior Center of Saratoga Springs tell the story of 60 Years Young in a documentary video and exhibit.
In 2016, the SSMP and History Department partnered with the Humanities Action Lab (Project HAL) to participate in the nationwideStates of Incarceration project, which culminated with an exhibition and series of events in September 2017.
Know of a Skidmore or a Saratoga story that needs telling? Interested in recording someone's oral history, but not sure where to start? Or perhaps your organization has a box full of audio tapes, that you're not sure what to do with? To suggest a person, topic, or organization for inclusion in the Memory Project, please write to mdocs@skidmore.edu - include your name, contact info, name of the person/place/thing and a little information about the subject.
