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Redcoats, Hessians, and Americans in the Battles of Saratoga

January 17, 2017 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

redcoats-hessians-and-americansThe American Revolution Round Table (ARRT) of the Hudson and Mohawk Valleys will present Redcoats, Hessians, and Americans fought in the 1777 Battles of Saratoga on Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 6:30 pm, at the Schuylerville Town Hall, 12 Spring St. (corner of Route 29 & 4, the old High School), Schuylerville.

This is the second session held by the ARRT where time will be allocated to networking, socializing and to discuss prior topics. [Read more…] about Redcoats, Hessians, and Americans in the Battles of Saratoga

Filed Under: Events, History Tagged With: American Revolution, Battle of Saratoga, Military History

Sponsorships Available for 2017 Canal Related Events

January 16, 2017 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

a-boat-exits-lock-2-on-the-erie-canal-in-waterfordThe Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor, in partnership with the NYS Canal Corporation, is offering a limited number sponsorships up to $500 for events or festivals taking place in the National Heritage Corridor from May through November 2017.

Qualifying events must promote or celebrate the distinctive historic, cultural, scenic, or recreational resources of the canal corridor. [Read more…] about Sponsorships Available for 2017 Canal Related Events

Filed Under: Events, History Tagged With: Erie Canal, Erie Canalway Heritage Corridor

24 New National Historic Landmarks Named

January 15, 2017 by Editorial Staff 3 Comments

department-of-interiorAs the National Park Service enters its second century of service, U.S. Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell announced the designation of 24 new National Historic Landmarks.

The National Historic Landmarks Program recognizes historic properties of exceptional value to the nation and promotes the preservation efforts of federal, state, and local agencies and Native American tribes, as well as those of private organizations and individuals. The program is one of more than a dozen administered by the National Park Service that provide states and local communities technical assistance, recognition and funding to help preserve our nation’s shared history, and create close-to-home recreation opportunities. [Read more…] about 24 New National Historic Landmarks Named

Filed Under: History Tagged With: Historic Preservation, National Park Service, Public History

Laurence Hauptman On Chief Chapman Scanandoah

January 13, 2017 by Editorial Staff 2 Comments

an-oneida-indian-in-foreign-watersProfessor Laurence M. Hauptman joined host Jane E. Wilcox on the latest Forget-Me-Not Hour podcast to discuss the history of the Iroquois Confederacy in Central and Western New York and his latest book, An Oneida Indian in Foreign Waters: The Life of Chief Chapman Scanandoah 1870-1953.

Hauptman told the story of Chief Chapman Scanandoah, gave tips for researching the Mohawk, Onondaga, Oneida, Cayuga, Seneca and Tuscarora, as well as discussed the status of Iroquois treaties and land claims. Larry also talked about his inspiration for writing numerous books on the Iroquois. Listen to the podcast here. [Read more…] about Laurence Hauptman On Chief Chapman Scanandoah

Filed Under: Books, History Tagged With: Indigenous History, Native American History, Podcasts

New York History Around The Web This Week

January 13, 2017 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

  • Barge Canal Designated National Landmark
  • Harriet Tubman National Historical Park Becomes Reality
  • Mass Grave of Auburn Prisoners Relocated
  • A New Life PLanned For Frontier Town
  • The Grandchildren of Slaves Are Dying
  • The Great Escape From The Elmira Prison of War Camp
  • Cuomo Pitches 750-mile Biking And Hiking Trail
  • The Saranac Lake Tuberculosis Industry Meant Jobs
  • 11 National Trust Preservation Wins and Losses in 2016
  • NY Scientist Asa Fitch’s Former Washington Co Home For Sale

[Read more…] about New York History Around The Web This Week

Filed Under: History Tagged With: nyhistoryblogs

NYS Preservation Awards Nominations Sought

January 11, 2017 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

the-spirit-of-life-saratoga-springs-2016-excellence-in-historic-preservation-award-winnerThe Preservation League of New York State is seeking nominations for its 2017 Excellence in Historic Preservation Awards, which recognize significant achievements in historic preservation throughout New York State.

The nominations must be submitted digitally by February 10, 2017. The awards will be presented in May, 2017. [Read more…] about NYS Preservation Awards Nominations Sought

Filed Under: History Tagged With: Historic Preservation, Preservation League of NYS

Historians Podcast: Stories from Amsterdam, NY

January 6, 2017 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

The Historians LogoThis week on The Historians Podcast, Michael Cinquanti has stories from his book A Year’s Worth of Amsterdam N.Y. Birthdays: Second edition (Genium, 2016)  Cinquanti has tales about Amsterdam’s connections to the sinking of the Titanic, a priest who wrote best sellers and a federal official in the Civil War who pioneered in hiring women to work in government.  Listen to the podcast here.     [Read more…] about Historians Podcast: Stories from Amsterdam, NY

Filed Under: History Tagged With: Amsterdam, Montgomery County, Podcasts

New York History Around The Web This Week

January 6, 2017 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

  • Freedmen’s Bureau Database Goes Public
  • Buffalo’s Abandoned Art Deco Train Terminal
  • 5 Tools for Building Non-Bureaucratic Organizations
  • WESG: Broadcasting Live from the Mark Twain Hotel
  • ‘Not A Catholic Nation’ The KKK In New England
  • Long Decline In History Majors Continues
  • Centuries of New York History Prepare for a Move
  • Green Party: Cuomo Tuition Plan Wholly Inadequate
  • Free Tuition For NYS Colleges Proposed
  • Preview of Hyde Collection’s 2017 Exhibits

[Read more…] about New York History Around The Web This Week

Filed Under: History Tagged With: nyhistoryblogs

Celebrations of NY State’s 240th Birthday Planned

January 5, 2017 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

1777 New York State ConstitutionOn April 22nd, 2017 at noon, New York State will be 240 years old. It was on that date back in 1777 that New York’s Constitution was signed in Kingston, New York.

What better way to celebrate that important document that gave life to our State than to organize and conduct brief, unified, community-wide bell ringing event in as many of the cities, towns and villages in the State of New York as possible at their houses of worship and other institutions. [Read more…] about Celebrations of NY State’s 240th Birthday Planned

Filed Under: Events, History Tagged With: Kingston, Ossining, Political History

Museum Professional Development Grant Opportunities

January 4, 2017 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

nysca-logoThe New York State Council on the Arts Museum Program will offer Professional Development Grants to eligible museums across New York State in 2017.

The program will offer awards of up to $750 per museum for relevant professional development on a first-come, first-served basis. [Read more…] about Museum Professional Development Grant Opportunities

Filed Under: History Tagged With: Grants, Museums

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