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Living in Style: Dutch Fine and Decorative Art Exhibit

July 25, 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

living in style exhibitHistoric Huguenot Street (HHS) has extended the exhibition Living in Style: Selections from the George Way Collection of Dutch Fine and Decorative Art until December 16, 2018.

Featuring more than one hundred 17th and 18th Century Dutch items from the Netherlands — including 22 oil paintings, a rich diversity of interior furnishings, and decorative and utilitarian objects — the exhibition is installed in a period room in the historic Jean Hasbrouck House (ca. 1721) and celebrates the Dutch culture that flourished in the 1600s and 1700s in New York State’s New Netherland Colony. [Read more…] about Living in Style: Dutch Fine and Decorative Art Exhibit

Filed Under: History, New Exhibits Tagged With: Historic Huguenot Street, New Netherland, New Paltz

Schuyler Sisters: Growing Up in the Revolution, Early Republic

July 24, 2018 by Editorial Staff 1 Comment

schuyler sistersA presentation on American Major General Philip Schuyler’s younger daughters has been set for Saturday, July 28, 2018 at 1 pm at the New York State Library Cultural Education Center in Albany.

Hamilton: An American Musical fans may be familiar with the eldest daughters of the American Major General Philip Schuyler; Angelica, Eliza, and Peggy. Less familiar, perhaps, are daughters Cornelia and Caty. With twenty-five years between the eldest and youngest daughters, the Schuyler family provides a unique chance to learn about the fast pace world of the American Revolution and what it was like for women growing up and seeking marriage before and after the war. [Read more…] about Schuyler Sisters: Growing Up in the Revolution, Early Republic

Filed Under: Events, History Tagged With: Albany, American Revolution, AmRev, New York State Library

Dutchess, Schoharie County Info Sessions for Preservation Grants

July 24, 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

old stone fortNot-for-profit groups and municipalities have been invited to attend one of two free information sessions on Technical Assistance Grants (TAG), a grant program of the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) and the Preservation League.

The League’s Manager of Technical & Grant Programs, Frances Gubler, will explain the requirements of the grants, the process of applying, and discuss some successful previous applicants. There is no cost to attend but reservations are required. [Read more…] about Dutchess, Schoharie County Info Sessions for Preservation Grants

Filed Under: Arts, Events, History Tagged With: Grants, New York Preservation League, New York State Council on the Arts

Battle of New Orleans Talk at Sackets Harbor Historic Site

July 23, 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Battle of New OrleansA talk on the Battle of New Orleans has been set for Thursday, July 26th at 7 pm at Sackets Harbor Battlefield State Historic Site, 04 W Main St, Sackets Harbor.

The Battle of New Orleans, a well-known battle of the War of 1812, is enshrouded in mythology. In this free public lecture, historian and author Donald Hickey examines the leading myths of the battle. He explains where the myths came from and why they are so durable. [Read more…] about Battle of New Orleans Talk at Sackets Harbor Historic Site

Filed Under: Events, History Tagged With: Military History, Sackets Harbor Battlefield, War of 1812

Civil War Weekend at Robert Moses State Park

July 23, 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Soldiers line up for their pay at last year’s Civil War Reenactment WeekendThe St. Lawrence County Historical Association’s annual Civil War Reenactment Weekend at Robert Moses State Park in Massena has been set for Saturday and Sunday, July 28-29.

The military camps are open to the public from 10 am to 5 pm on Saturday, and 10 am to 2 pm on Sunday. Mock battles will be at 3 pm Saturday and 1 pm Sunday. Closing ceremonies will follow the Sunday battle. The Marine Corps League, St. Lawrence County Detachment #408 provides a food concession both days. [Read more…] about Civil War Weekend at Robert Moses State Park

Filed Under: Events, History Tagged With: Civil War, Military History, St Lawrence Co Historical Assoc

Rome Historical Society’s 2018 Home Tour Set

July 22, 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

rome historical societyThe Rome Historical Society has invited the public to take a tour of historic Rome and Westernville during its inaugural Tour of Homes community celebration on Sunday, July 29th from noon to 5 pm.

Eight noteworthy properties and their unique histories will be showcased as the Society re-activates a community tradition during Honor America Days weekend. This year’s Tour of Homes includes both residential and commercial buildings, ranging from an 1856 former church to a newly-built historic home reproduction, to the 1894 mansion of a significant Rome leader. Patrons may visit each property at their leisure and in the order they choose. [Read more…] about Rome Historical Society’s 2018 Home Tour Set

Filed Under: Events, History, Mohawk Valley Tagged With: Rome

Oneida County Historical Selfie Scavenger Hunt

July 22, 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Summer interns Matt & Jolene in South UticaThe Oneida County History Center has announced their second historical selfie scavenger hunt.

Choose an Oneida County or Utica-based hunt and follow the clue sheet to historical sites, buildings, and markers around the greater Mohawk Valley. Take a selfie at each location on either a camera or smartphone after learning about the location’s history. Post your photos and tag the history center on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter to share your adventure. [Read more…] about Oneida County Historical Selfie Scavenger Hunt

Filed Under: Events, History Tagged With: Oneida County, Oneida County History Center, Utica

Program On Famed Black Watch Regiment in Ticonderoga

July 20, 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

42nd regiment soldier 1742The Ticonderoga Historical Society will present “The 42nd Regiment of Foot,” focusing on exploits of the famed Black Watch Regiment on Friday, July 27 at 7 pm at the Hancock House, 6 Moses Circle, Ticonderoga. The program coincides with the 260th anniversary of the July 1758 Battle of Carillon.

The Black Watch are so named for the dark tartan plaid which forms part of their uniform. Although the regiment has been reorganized several times, they have served in most of Britain’s major conflicts, including the American Revolution, World War Two and Afghanistan. [Read more…] about Program On Famed Black Watch Regiment in Ticonderoga

Filed Under: Adirondacks & NNY, Events, History Tagged With: Military History, Ticonderoga, Ticonderoga Historical Society

New York History Around The Web This Week

July 20, 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

  • The Monkey Fist’s Nasty Cousin: The Slungshot
  • The Case of Mrs. Brinsmade and Civil War New York
  • Frederick Douglass Statues Coming to Rochester Streets
  • Galleries In Crisis: Attendance Plummets, New York Dealers Scrambling
  • Lewis Black Promotes Jamestown Comedy Center Museum On Colbert
  • Adirondack Architecture: Interview with Richard Longstreth
  • June McKenney: Camp Nursing in Indian Lake
  • Who Advocates for NY’s State and Local History?
  • Historic Saranac Lake Trudeau Building Project Update
  • Fired SUNY Diversity Officer Files Complaint

Are you glad to see this weekly link list? Do your part my making a contribution to keep the New York History Blog publishing. Use the fundraising page at https://rally.org/f/5QOqoCY4K4U or send a check to: New York History Blog, 7269 State Route 9, Chestertown, NY 12817 [Read more…] about New York History Around The Web This Week

Filed Under: History Tagged With: nyhistoryblogs

9th Annual Peterboro Emancipation Day Event

July 19, 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

wreath is laid at the grave of abolitionist Gerrit Smith in 2017The 9th Annual Peterboro Emancipation Day has been set for Saturday, August 4, 2018 at the Gerrit Smith Estate National Historic Landmark.

The annual gathering begins at 10 am on the grounds of the Gerrit Smith Estate. Co-chairs Jim Corpin, Carrie Martin, and Max Smith will welcome the public and lead the program. Following the Gathering, two wreaths will be carried to the Peterboro Cemetery in a public procession. [Read more…] about 9th Annual Peterboro Emancipation Day Event

Filed Under: Events, History, Western NY Tagged With: Gerrit Smith Estate National Historic Landmark, Peterboro

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