Prisons in the Wild: Incarceration in the Adirondack Park | Adirondacks for All

Embark on a journey to unravel the history of incarceration within the Adirondack Park. Join criminal rights activist Dr. Alice Green and historian Dr. Clarence Jefferson Hall Jr. as they work to uncover and bring attention to not only the historical presence of prisons but also the lingering effects they have upon local communities. As the Adirondack Park stands as a symbol of the forever wild, it also grapples with a challenging contradiction—a history entangled with the pervasive impact of mass incarceration, particularly on communities of color. 

This resource provides a platform to dissect the past and present relationship between the Adirondacks, incarceration in the United States, and the multifaceted relationship between prisons and the economy. Students will engage in critical discussions surrounding ethical considerations, prisoner labor, racial disparities, and the historical context of racism and criminal law.