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New York Almanack Events CalendarUpcoming New York State Events

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18th Century Autumnfest Planned for Senate House in Kingston

September 22, 2023 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

senate houseSenate House State Historic Site’s annual 18th Century Autumnfest event will be held from 11 am until 4 pm on Sunday, October 1st in Kingston, NY. Visitors can try their hand at candle dipping and apple pressing or see demonstrations of 18th century activities like hearth-side cooking and meat smoking. [Read more…] about 18th Century Autumnfest Planned for Senate House in Kingston

Filed Under: Events, History, Hudson Valley - Catskills Tagged With: Senate House Historic Site

Fashion History & Sustainability Symposium Planned for October 7th

September 22, 2023 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Top hat and kid gloves in the collection of the Seneca Falls Historical SocietyOur clothing has a story to tell. From the production of raw materials to the hands who piece the fabrics together, what we wear has a global impact.

On Saturday, October 7 in the Cayuga Museum of History and Art’s Carriage House Theater in Auburn, NY, visitors can explore the past, present, and future of garment production through the voices of journalists, curators, and industry experts at a Fashion History & Sustainability Symposium. [Read more…] about Fashion History & Sustainability Symposium Planned for October 7th

Filed Under: Arts, Events, History, Western NY Tagged With: Cayuga Museum, Conferences

The Sampler Initiative: Uncovering A Rich Heritage

September 22, 2023 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

embroidered samplers (courtesy Sampler Archive Project)For girls growing up in 18th and 19th century, school was more than a place to learn the basics of reading, writing, and arithmetic. Needlework, plain and fancy, was an essential element of the curriculum and all girls embroidered at least one sampler as part of their education – many embroidered two or more. [Read more…] about The Sampler Initiative: Uncovering A Rich Heritage

Filed Under: Arts, Events, History Tagged With: Sampler Archive Project, Sampler Consortium

Sir William Johnson and the Wars for Empire Conference Set for October

September 22, 2023 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

William Johnson hosting an Iroquois conference at Johnson Hall in 1772 (painting by E. L. Henry, 1903)Sir William Johnson was a larger than life character who dominated the Mohawk Valley and beyond during the 18th century in warfare, politics, trade and diplomacy.

On October 20-22, 2023 the Fort Plain Museum in the Mohawk Valley will host the Sir William Johnson and the Wars for Empire Conference. [Read more…] about Sir William Johnson and the Wars for Empire Conference Set for October

Filed Under: Adirondacks & NNY, Events, History, Mohawk Valley, Western NY Tagged With: Conferences, Fort Plain Museum

24th Annual Salmon River Fish Hatchery Open House Set for Saturday

September 21, 2023 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

salmon river fish hatchery (DEC photo)The 24th annual Salmon River Fish Hatchery Open House and Family Day will be held on Saturday, September 23, from 9 am to 3 pm.

[Read more…] about 24th Annual Salmon River Fish Hatchery Open House Set for Saturday

Filed Under: Events, Nature, Recreation, Western NY Tagged With: DEC, Salmon River Fish Hatchery

Abenaki Land Link Harvest Festival Set for Saturday

September 20, 2023 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Abenaki Land Link Project seeds (courtesy NOFA-VT)The Nulhegan Band of Coosuk, Abenaki Nation and Common Roots are hosting a celebration of the harvest of indigenous seeds at the Abenaki Land Link Harvest Festival on Saturday, September 23 in South Burlington, Vermont.

At this family-friendly event, visitors can learn more about Abenaki food culture with performances, demonstrations, food tasting, storytelling and more. Nature trails and a children’s garden discovery area will both be open to the public and bringing your own picnic is encouraged.  [Read more…] about Abenaki Land Link Harvest Festival Set for Saturday

Filed Under: Adirondacks & NNY, Arts, Events, Food, History, Nature, Recreation Tagged With: Abenaki, Abenaki Land Link Project, Nulhegan Band of Coosuk

Battle of Lake George Reenactment Set For This Weekend

September 20, 2023 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

troops firing muskets during Battle of Lake george reenactment (courtesy French and INdian War Society)The Battle of Lake George on September 8, 1755 during the French and Indian War (1754–1763) was the first time a British force made up entirely of colonists stood toe to toe with hand-picked professionals from Europe and emerged victorious. [Read more…] about Battle of Lake George Reenactment Set For This Weekend

Filed Under: Adirondacks & NNY, Events, History Tagged With: French & Indian War Society, Lake George Battlefield Park Alliance

New York History Conference: Call for Proposals

September 19, 2023 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

New York History ConferenceThe New York History Conference is accepting proposals that deal with the history, culture, economy, politics, geography, anthropology, or archaeology of New York State. They are also suggesting proposals that use New York’s history as a lens to under-stand a regional, national, or international issue. Special consideration will be given to topics that directly relate to this theme of the 2024 conference. [Read more…] about New York History Conference: Call for Proposals

Filed Under: Capital-Saratoga, Events, History Tagged With: Calls for Papers, Conferences, New York State History Conference

Finding the Adirondacks in Albany: A History Tour & Special Museum Event

September 19, 2023 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Pruyn House in Colonie NYLooking to the Adirondacks from Albany, we can learn much about members of the Pruyn family and many other notable figures who influenced the Adirondack region as well.

In the mid-19th-century, garden cemeteries like the Albany Rural Cemetery borrowed designs that took a picturesque form, with tree-lined, meandering paths, stonework, and curated plantings. [Read more…] about Finding the Adirondacks in Albany: A History Tour & Special Museum Event

Filed Under: Adirondacks & NNY, Capital-Saratoga, Events, History Tagged With: Adirondack Architectural Heritage, Albany Institute of History & Art, Albany Rural Cemetery, Historic Albany Foundation, Preservation League of New York State, Pruyn House

Auburn Museum to host Fashion Drawing Studio

September 17, 2023 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Cayuga Museum DressThe Cayuga Museum in Auburn, NY, will present a hands-on workshop to learn the basics of fashion drawing using the historic dresses on display, led by illustrator and Syracuse University Fashion Design professor Dee Densmore Finkenstadt. [Read more…] about Auburn Museum to host Fashion Drawing Studio

Filed Under: Arts, Events, Western NY Tagged With: Brewerton Center for the Arts, Cayuga Museum, Syracuse University

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