Tag Archive for: Little Falls Historical Society

VICTOR ADAMS, A MAN OF PAPER, AND THE EARLY HISTORY OF THE NORTH WOODS

The life story of Victor Adams, a third-generation papermaker, is presented in three sections throughout this narrative, with each encompassing a distinct aspect of Adams’ life.

Brynn Shepardson Added to Museum NYS Championship Athletic Honon Roll

There is a multi-faceted history of Little Falls athletics exhibit at the Little Falls Historical Society’s Old Bank Building Museum. Part of this exhibit honors New York State high school champions from Little Falls.

Two Events Highlight Dedication of Little Falls Historic Entry

The Little Falls Historic Entry has become a physical reality. Two recent events served to highlight this community milestone.

Escape from Slavery and Life in Little Falls

Addison and Lucinda Phillips, a Black family, lived most of their adult lives here beginning in mid-1863, and raised their nine children here.

Agent Orange Monument Dedication Ceremony

June 14th Flag Day brought a special event to Ward Square with the Agent Orange Commemorative Monument Dedication Ceremony.

Small Town Collaboration Inspired by NYC-based Labor Group

Thursday June 5th brought a remarkable program to Little Falls Public Library with Steven Davis of the New York Labor History Association.

SPECIAL EVENT TODAY: Lockout of the 20,000

Presented by the New York Labor History Association and Little Falls Historical Society at the Little Falls Public Library, 10 Waverly Place, Little Falls, NY, 13365. Free admission!

A Local, Contemporary Look at the American Revolution

April 19, 2025 marks the 250th anniversary of the start of the American Revolution. It was set off with the Battles of Lexington and Concord on April 19, 1775.

May 24th Patriots Day Event Successful Despite Rain

Herkimer Home State Historic Site and the Little Falls Historical Society co-hosted a very successful Patriots Day event on Saturday May 24 as part of Herkimer Home’s 2025 season-opening, afternoon-long Living History event.

Historical Society Dues Help Finance Signs and Historic Markers – Part 1 of 2

The official dedication ceremony for the Little Falls Historic Entry’s historic markers and related signage along East Main Street will take place sometime in early June.