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Fort Klock Craft Fair

Visit Montgomery County Launches Mobile ‘Pastport to History’ Program

Visit Montgomery County, NY, is excited to launch a new mobile version of the “Pastport to History” Program.

Take Self-Guided Gloversville Walk During NYS Path Through History Weekend

Downtown Gloversville participating in NYS Path Through History Weekend on June 15 and 16 with self-guided walk.

A Sailor at Heart | The Life Story of Charles P. Byron

The prelude to the life story of Charles P. Byron begins as one walks through the entrance of the Old St. Mary’s Cemetery.

Queens of Quackery! Female Proprietors of Patent Medicines

“Queens of Quackery” A History at Home presentation by the National Bottle Museum hosted by Schoharie Crossing.

Lundstrom Bookcase’s Long Journey Home

Lundstrom sectional barrister bookcases are often found in local law offices and private homes,holding sets of law books and personal libraries.

Circa 1950s -Photo by Howard Ohlhous

1822 AQUEDUCT | A BRIDGE FOR BOATS

On December 1, 1853, John Burnham was attempted to cross the aqueduct on the side without rails, slipped on the ice, and fell 20 or 25 feet to his death upon the rocks below.”

Mysteries of the Bowie Knife by Ann Schuyler

I sat by the window on the night of September 29th watching the last of four Super Full Moons when random memories ran through my mind.

Explore all that Mohawk Valley History has to offer

Mohawk Valley Museums highlights Mohawk Valley history while supporting  the museums and historical societies across the region.

Fenimore Art Museum By Beyond My Ken

Fenimore Art Museum presents virtual tours focused on the museum’s collections

Fenimore Art Museum presents free virtual tours focused on the museum’s collection on select Tuesdays from January – March.

A visit to the Fort Plain Museum and Historical Park

This week, Norm Bollen, board member of the Fort Plain Museum and Historical Park invited the Rural Placemaking Innovation Challenge (RPIC) team to visit the museum and park.

Tag Archive for: History

The Old Forge Library is pleased to host the Town of Webb Historical Association's Local History Series on Thursdays this summer at 5 pm.

Old Forge Library and Town of Webb Historical Association Local History Series

The Old Forge Library, 220 Crosby Blvd., is pleased to host the Town of Webb Historical Association’s Local History Series on Thursdays throughout the summer at 5 pm.

The series features a different speaker each week who will give a presentation on a variety of local history subjects. The public is invited to come and enjoy the talks, ask questions, and share related information.

Town of Webb Historical Association director Kate Lewis has lined up a diverse roster for this summer’s talks. The popular series will feature Mike Schreppel on Thursday, July 18 leading a presentation about Diving the Chain.

July 18 “Diving the Chain” talk by Mike Schreppel

A former Navy diver, Mike began diving the Fulton Chain to seek out invasive species for the Fulton Chain of Lakes Association. Underwater, along with fish and plant life, he found a treasure trove of interesting objects, some of them historical in nature. Stunning photos of life under the surface will highlight his talk, as well as information on the persistent varieties of foreign species in the Chain.

The Local History Series is free and open to the public.

The Old Forge Library is pleased to host the Town of Webb Historical Association's Local History Series on Thursdays this summer at 5 pm.

The Old Forge Library is pleased to host the Town of Webb Historical Association's Local History Series on Thursdays this summer at 5 pm.

Old Forge Library and Town of Webb Historical Association Local History Series

The Old Forge Library, 220 Crosby Blvd., is pleased to host the Town of Webb Historical Association’s Local History Series on Thursdays throughout the summer at 5 pm.

The series features a different speaker each week who will give a presentation on a variety of local history subjects. The public is invited to come and enjoy the talks, ask questions, and share related information.

Town of Webb Historical Association director Kate Lewis has lined up a diverse roster for this summer’s talks. The popular series will feature Mike Schreppel on Thursday, July 18 leading a presentation about Diving the Chain.

July 18 “Diving the Chain” talk by Mike Schreppel

A former Navy diver, Mike began diving the Fulton Chain to seek out invasive species for the Fulton Chain of Lakes Association. Underwater, along with fish and plant life, he found a treasure trove of interesting objects, some of them historical in nature. Stunning photos of life under the surface will highlight his talk, as well as information on the persistent varieties of foreign species in the Chain.

The Local History Series is free and open to the public.

The Old Forge Library is pleased to host the Town of Webb Historical Association's Local History Series on Thursdays this summer at 5 pm.

The Old Forge Library is pleased to host the Town of Webb Historical Association's Local History Series on Thursdays this summer at 5 pm.

Old Forge Library and Town of Webb Historical Association Local History Series

The Old Forge Library, 220 Crosby Blvd., is pleased to host the Town of Webb Historical Association’s Local History Series on Thursdays throughout the summer at 5 pm.

The series features a different speaker each week who will give a presentation on a variety of local history subjects. The public is invited to come and enjoy the talks, ask questions, and share related information.

Town of Webb Historical Association director Kate Lewis has lined up a diverse roster for this summer’s talks. The popular series will feature Mike Schreppel on Thursday, July 18 leading a presentation about Diving the Chain.

July 18 “Diving the Chain” talk by Mike Schreppel

A former Navy diver, Mike began diving the Fulton Chain to seek out invasive species for the Fulton Chain of Lakes Association. Underwater, along with fish and plant life, he found a treasure trove of interesting objects, some of them historical in nature. Stunning photos of life under the surface will highlight his talk, as well as information on the persistent varieties of foreign species in the Chain.

The Local History Series is free and open to the public.

The Old Forge Library is pleased to host the Town of Webb Historical Association's Local History Series on Thursdays this summer at 5 pm.

Mayfield Presbyterian Church

Mayfield Historical Society Hosts Presentation by Daughters of the American Revolution

Monday, August 19th, 6:30 p.m. • Mayfield Presbyterian Church, 22 N. Main St., Mayfield.

The Mayfield Historical Society will be hosting the Amsterdam Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution as they present the DAR’s history, mission, commitment to equality, and relevance in today’s world. Learn tips on researching your family’s ancestry and how the DAR can assist you in discovering your family roots.

Admission is free and refreshments will be served. Monday, August 19th, 6:30 p.m. at the Mayfield Presbyterian Church, 22 N. Main St., Mayfield.

For more information, call 518-332-0538.

The Old Forge Library is pleased to host the Town of Webb Historical Association's Local History Series on Thursdays this summer at 5 pm.

Old Forge Library and Town of Webb Historical Association Local History Series

The Old Forge Library, 220 Crosby Blvd., is pleased to host the Town of Webb Historical Association’s Local History Series on Thursdays throughout the summer at 5 pm.

The series features a different speaker each week who will give a presentation on a variety of local history subjects. The public is invited to come and enjoy the talks, ask questions, and share related information.

Town of Webb Historical Association director Kate Lewis has lined up a diverse roster for this summer’s talks. The popular series will feature Mike Schreppel on Thursday, July 18 leading a presentation about Diving the Chain.

July 18 “Diving the Chain” talk by Mike Schreppel

A former Navy diver, Mike began diving the Fulton Chain to seek out invasive species for the Fulton Chain of Lakes Association. Underwater, along with fish and plant life, he found a treasure trove of interesting objects, some of them historical in nature. Stunning photos of life under the surface will highlight his talk, as well as information on the persistent varieties of foreign species in the Chain.

The Local History Series is free and open to the public.

The Old Forge Library is pleased to host the Town of Webb Historical Association's Local History Series on Thursdays this summer at 5 pm.

The Old Forge Library is pleased to host the Town of Webb Historical Association's Local History Series on Thursdays this summer at 5 pm.

Old Forge Library and Town of Webb Historical Association Local History Series

The Old Forge Library, 220 Crosby Blvd., is pleased to host the Town of Webb Historical Association’s Local History Series on Thursdays throughout the summer at 5 pm.

The series features a different speaker each week who will give a presentation on a variety of local history subjects. The public is invited to come and enjoy the talks, ask questions, and share related information.

Town of Webb Historical Association director Kate Lewis has lined up a diverse roster for this summer’s talks. The popular series will feature Mike Schreppel on Thursday, July 18 leading a presentation about Diving the Chain.

July 18 “Diving the Chain” talk by Mike Schreppel

A former Navy diver, Mike began diving the Fulton Chain to seek out invasive species for the Fulton Chain of Lakes Association. Underwater, along with fish and plant life, he found a treasure trove of interesting objects, some of them historical in nature. Stunning photos of life under the surface will highlight his talk, as well as information on the persistent varieties of foreign species in the Chain.

The Local History Series is free and open to the public.

The Old Forge Library is pleased to host the Town of Webb Historical Association's Local History Series on Thursdays this summer at 5 pm.

The Old Forge Library is pleased to host the Town of Webb Historical Association's Local History Series on Thursdays this summer at 5 pm.

Old Forge Library and Town of Webb Historical Association Local History Series

The Old Forge Library, 220 Crosby Blvd., is pleased to host the Town of Webb Historical Association’s Local History Series on Thursdays throughout the summer at 5 pm.

The series features a different speaker each week who will give a presentation on a variety of local history subjects. The public is invited to come and enjoy the talks, ask questions, and share related information.

Town of Webb Historical Association director Kate Lewis has lined up a diverse roster for this summer’s talks. The popular series will feature Mike Schreppel on Thursday, July 18 leading a presentation about Diving the Chain.

July 18 “Diving the Chain” talk by Mike Schreppel

A former Navy diver, Mike began diving the Fulton Chain to seek out invasive species for the Fulton Chain of Lakes Association. Underwater, along with fish and plant life, he found a treasure trove of interesting objects, some of them historical in nature. Stunning photos of life under the surface will highlight his talk, as well as information on the persistent varieties of foreign species in the Chain.

The Local History Series is free and open to the public.

The Old Forge Library is pleased to host the Town of Webb Historical Association's Local History Series on Thursdays this summer at 5 pm.

The Old Forge Library is pleased to host the Town of Webb Historical Association's Local History Series on Thursdays this summer at 5 pm.

Old Forge Library and Town of Webb Historical Association Local History Series

The Old Forge Library, 220 Crosby Blvd., is pleased to host the Town of Webb Historical Association’s Local History Series on Thursdays throughout the summer at 5 pm.

The series features a different speaker each week who will give a presentation on a variety of local history subjects. The public is invited to come and enjoy the talks, ask questions, and share related information.

Town of Webb Historical Association director Kate Lewis has lined up a diverse roster for this summer’s talks. The popular series will feature Mike Schreppel on Thursday, July 18 leading a presentation about Diving the Chain.

July 18 “Diving the Chain” talk by Mike Schreppel

A former Navy diver, Mike began diving the Fulton Chain to seek out invasive species for the Fulton Chain of Lakes Association. Underwater, along with fish and plant life, he found a treasure trove of interesting objects, some of them historical in nature. Stunning photos of life under the surface will highlight his talk, as well as information on the persistent varieties of foreign species in the Chain.

The Local History Series is free and open to the public.

The Old Forge Library is pleased to host the Town of Webb Historical Association's Local History Series on Thursdays this summer at 5 pm.

The Old Forge Library is pleased to host the Town of Webb Historical Association's Local History Series on Thursdays this summer at 5 pm.

Old Forge Library and Town of Webb Historical Association Local History Series

The Old Forge Library, 220 Crosby Blvd., is pleased to host the Town of Webb Historical Association’s Local History Series on Thursdays throughout the summer at 5 pm.

The series features a different speaker each week who will give a presentation on a variety of local history subjects. The public is invited to come and enjoy the talks, ask questions, and share related information.

Town of Webb Historical Association director Kate Lewis has lined up a diverse roster for this summer’s talks. The popular series will feature Mike Schreppel on Thursday, July 18 leading a presentation about Diving the Chain.

July 18 “Diving the Chain” talk by Mike Schreppel

A former Navy diver, Mike began diving the Fulton Chain to seek out invasive species for the Fulton Chain of Lakes Association. Underwater, along with fish and plant life, he found a treasure trove of interesting objects, some of them historical in nature. Stunning photos of life under the surface will highlight his talk, as well as information on the persistent varieties of foreign species in the Chain.

The Local History Series is free and open to the public.

The Old Forge Library is pleased to host the Town of Webb Historical Association's Local History Series on Thursdays this summer at 5 pm.

The Old Forge Library is pleased to host the Town of Webb Historical Association's Local History Series on Thursdays this summer at 5 pm.

Old Forge Library and Town of Webb Historical Association Local History Series

The Old Forge Library, 220 Crosby Blvd., is pleased to host the Town of Webb Historical Association’s Local History Series on Thursdays throughout the summer at 5 pm.

The series features a different speaker each week who will give a presentation on a variety of local history subjects. The public is invited to come and enjoy the talks, ask questions, and share related information.

Town of Webb Historical Association director Kate Lewis has lined up a diverse roster for this summer’s talks. The popular series will feature Mike Schreppel on Thursday, July 18 leading a presentation about Diving the Chain.

July 18 “Diving the Chain” talk by Mike Schreppel

A former Navy diver, Mike began diving the Fulton Chain to seek out invasive species for the Fulton Chain of Lakes Association. Underwater, along with fish and plant life, he found a treasure trove of interesting objects, some of them historical in nature. Stunning photos of life under the surface will highlight his talk, as well as information on the persistent varieties of foreign species in the Chain.

The Local History Series is free and open to the public.

The Old Forge Library is pleased to host the Town of Webb Historical Association's Local History Series on Thursdays this summer at 5 pm.