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Herkimer Home

Bruce Dearstyne: The New York Statehood Trail

November 15, 2016 by Bruce Dearstyne 1 Comment

1777 New York State ConstitutionAs discussed in a previous post on this New York History Blog, the state’s historical community might want to consider organizing an effort to commemorate New York State’s Birthday.

We could use April 20, the date the first State Constitution was completed in Kingston in 1777, or April 22, the date it was first read and officially proclaimed, bringing the new state into existence. This would give us an opportunity each year not only to review New York State’s historical origins, but also to call public attention to various aspects of the state’s 240+ years of history.

We might want to consider designating a historical driving trail, a good fit for the I Love New York’s heritage tourism “Path Through History” program, perhaps calling it the New York Statehood Trail. “Path Through History” has its own list of Revolutionary War sites. [Read more…] about Bruce Dearstyne: The New York Statehood Trail

Filed Under: History Tagged With: Cleremont State Historic Site, Herkimer Home, John Jay Homestead, New York State Archives, New York State Museum, New York Statehood Trail, Oriskany Battlefield State Historic Site, Path Through History, Public History, Revolutionary War, Saratoga National Historical Park, Schuyler Mansion, Senate House Historic Site, Tourism

The Battle of Oriskany and General Nicholas Herkimer

January 18, 2014 by Editorial Staff 3 Comments

image001(7)During the critical Battle of Oriskany in August 1777, Continental forces led by General Nicholas Herkimer defeated the British army under St. Leger in the heart of New York’s Mohawk Valley. It was a hard-won victory, but he and his troops prevented the British from splitting the colonies in two.

In The Battle of Oriskany and General Nicholas Herkimer: Revolution in the Mohawk Valley (History Press, 2013), Paul Boehlert presents a gripping account of the events before, during and after this critical battle. [Read more…] about The Battle of Oriskany and General Nicholas Herkimer

Filed Under: Books, History, Mohawk Valley Tagged With: American Revolution, Herkimer COunty, Herkimer Home, Indigenous History, Military History, Mohawk River, Native American History, Oriskany

Forum on Creative Tourism Development Slated

April 14, 2012 by Editorial Staff 1 Comment

Karen Sheckells, the Friends of Herkimer Home and Kyle Jenks welcomed 14 attendees an inaugural cultural tourism event on March 18, and had such a productive session, they have decided to call a follow up meeting. Titled “Maximizing Tourism’s Impact on Total Economic Development”, the event will take place on Wednesday, April 25, 2012 from 5 – 6 pm at Herkimer Home, in Little Falls, NY. They welcome you all to join the growing list of motivated individuals dedicated to fostering, encouraging and facilitating efforts to increase public traffic to historic sites in New York State. Please RSVP to Karen Sheckells at karen.sheckells@parks.ny.gov.

Filed Under: Mohawk Valley Tagged With: Herkimer COunty, Herkimer Home, Public History, Tourism

Peter Feinman: OPRHP and NYS Cultural Heritage

March 15, 2012 by Peter Feinman 2 Comments

The ongoing look at the history infrastructure in New York State continues here with the Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation (OPRHP). Within this overall department, Historic Preservation defines itself quite rightly as “an important economic catalyst for New York State,” although the validity of this assertion often is overlooked by the powers that be. [Read more…] about Peter Feinman: OPRHP and NYS Cultural Heritage

Filed Under: History Tagged With: Cultural History, Education, Herkimer Home, John Jay Homestead, OPRHP, Path Through History, Peter Feinman, Public History, Tourism

Haunted History Investigation of Herkimer Home

July 20, 2011 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

The doors of the historic Herkimer Home State Historic Site will be opened to the public for paranormal investigations at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, July 29th and Saturday, July 30th. This event marks the first time under NY State ownership that the historic 18th century mansion has been investigated for paranormal activity.

Both nights will begin with a lecture and a Ghost Hunting 101 Class provided by members of the New York Shadow Chasers, a paranormal research group who recently conducted a private investigation of the property. This short class will be followed by public paranormal investigations of the grounds led by Shadow Chaser staff. The public will explore the interior and exterior of the property using paranormal equipment often seen on many popular “ghost hunting” television shows.

Tickets for this event are $25.00 and reservations are required by calling (315) 823-0398. A limited number of tickets will be sold to the public. Proceeds from the tickets will support educational programs at the Herkimer Home.

Formed at SUNY Potsdam in 2002, the Shadow Chasers represent a team of academic professionals who research and document regional folklore. Certified by SUNY CITI Ethics as Social Science researchers, their investigations have covered numerous historic sites and properties throughout New York State, raising thousands of dollars to support local history.

Built circa 1764, the Herkimer Home is the Georgian home of Brigadier General Nicholas Herkimer, A Palatine German farmer, Indian trader, and prominent Mohawk Valley Businessman. As commander of the Tryon County Militia, Herkimer became a hero during the Battle of Oriskany in 1777. Despite a bullet wound to his leg and although greatly outnumbered, he and his command held the field. Following the battle, Herkimer was carried home, where he died in his mansion 10 days later.

Herkimer Home is located on NYS State Route 169, 4 miles southeast of Little Falls, 1/4 mile before NYS Thruway exit 29A. Events are in cooperation with the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation – Central Region. For more information about this and other events planned at the Herkimer Home visit www.littlefallsny.com.

Filed Under: Mohawk Valley Tagged With: Cultural History, Herkimer COunty, Herkimer Home, SUNY Potsdam

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