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MAY PEACE PREVAIL ON EARTHJoin Schenectady Rotary and the Downtown Schenectady Improvement Corporation (DSIC) as we dedicate a new Peace Pole near the historic ALCO pedestrian tunnel.
📅 Thursday, October 1, 2026
⏰ 5:15 PM
📍 Behind Alltown Fresh, 1410 Erie Boulevard, Schenectady
The Peace Pole carries the message **“May Peace Prevail on Earth”** in eight languages: English, American Sign Language, Mohawk, Hebrew, Italian, Mandarin, Polish, and Dutch reflecting the rich cultural history and diversity of our community.
Its location is especially meaningful. The historic ALCO tunnel once connected factory workers living in Little Italy and Goose Hill with the industrial riverfront. Today, the restored tunnel and its beautiful community-created mosaic once again serve as a connection between people, neighborhoods, history, and culture.
The ALCO Tunnel, which is not yet officially open to the public, will be opened briefly for those attending the dedication.
🌎 At a time when conflict touches so many parts of our world, this Peace Pole offers a simple but powerful message of **peace, connection, unity, and belonging.**
The public is welcome, please join us!
🍸 Stay for the Rotary Social!
Immediately following the dedication, join Schenectady Rotary at Katie O’Byrnes, 151 Wall Street for light hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar, camaraderie, and fun.
$5 at the door.
RSVP appreciated but not required
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