Researching New York 2002: Perspectives on Empire State History November 21 and 22, 2002 University at Albany The revised and updated program for this year's Researching New York Conference is now available at <http://nystatehistory.org/researchny/program2002.html>; registration information is at <http://nystatehistory.org/researchny/program2002.html>. In addition to the panels and papers that present a wide range of New York State history, this year's Conference also features a number of sessions presented in conjunction with the Albany Heritage program -- an initiative that showcases the rich and diverse heritage of Albany over the past 350 years. Featured presentations at <http://nystatehistory.org/researchny/highlights2002.html> this year's conference includes Joseph E. Persico, noted author and former speechwriter for Nelson A. Rockefeller, discussing Rockefeller's impact on the cultural and political landscape of Albany, New York and Ann-Marie Barker Schwartz presenting her research on the musical life of early -- Albany accompanied by a live performance by the Musicians of Ma'alwyck and soprano Beverly O’ Regan Thiele. "The Rockefeller Years: Transforming Albany" Joseph E. Persico Thursday, November 21st. 7:00 PM University at Albany Recital Hall "The Bleecker Musical Binders: Music in the New York State Library Special Collections" Ann-Marie Barker Schwartz & The Musicians of Ma'alwyck Friday, November 22nd ~ 10:45 AM The Standish Room, New Science Library Researching New York is sponsored by the Department of History and the History Graduate Student Organization, University at Albany, SUNY and the New York State Archives and Archives Partnership Trust.