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New York Folklore Society

Mohawk Hudson Folklife Festival Sunday in Albany

September 27, 2022 by Editorial Staff 2 Comments

Embroidery by Latifa embroidery at the 2021 FestivalNew York Folklore will host this year’s Spotlight Mohawk Hudson Folklife Festival on Sunday, October 2nd, at Washington Park in Albany from 11 am to 5:30 pm. [Read more…] about Mohawk Hudson Folklife Festival Sunday in Albany

Filed Under: Arts, Capital-Saratoga, Events, Food, History Tagged With: New York Folklore Society

Exhibit of Adirondack Burls by Guide & Artist Donald Williams Opens in Schenectady

May 16, 2022 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Donald WilliamsNew York Folklore in Schenectady has announced the opening of a new exhibit of Adirondack Burls by guide and artist Donald Williams, open through summer 2022.

Burls are abnormalities in trees. The burl sculptures, brought to life by Williams, are carefully peeled by a small knife, and coated with varnish, enhancing their natural marbleized interior. No two are alike and they range from the size of a pea to as large as a bathtub. [Read more…] about Exhibit of Adirondack Burls by Guide & Artist Donald Williams Opens in Schenectady

Filed Under: Adirondacks & NNY, Capital-Saratoga, History, New Exhibits Tagged With: New York Folklore Society

Blacksmith’s Art Featured In New Schenectady Exhibit

November 10, 2021 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Helderberg Blacksmith Photo ProvidedNew York Folklore’s Gallery of New York Artists has announced “A Blacksmith’s Art,” an exhibit of original blacksmithing items by artist and blacksmith Noah Khoury, on display from Sunday, November 14, through Spring, 2022.

Khoury’s custom interior design and home décor pieces ornament historic homes and contemporary locations throughout the Hudson Valley. [Read more…] about Blacksmith’s Art Featured In New Schenectady Exhibit

Filed Under: Arts, Capital-Saratoga, History, New Exhibits Tagged With: New York Folklore Society

Mohawk Hudson Folklife Festival October 3rd

September 27, 2021 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Mohawk Hudson Folklife FestivalNew York Folklore has announced a Mohawk Hudson Folklife Festival, featuring music and craft demonstrations, hands-on activities for children, and food trucks representing the diverse food of the region, set for Sunday, October 3rd from 11:30 am to 5 pm at the Washington Park Lakehouse in Albany. [Read more…] about Mohawk Hudson Folklife Festival October 3rd

Filed Under: Arts, Capital-Saratoga, Events Tagged With: New York Folklore Society

33 Humanities Grants Awarded Across NYS

February 7, 2021 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Humanities New York (HNY) has announced $159,692 in awards to 33 grantees for innovative public humanities offerings. Awards were made in nearly every region of the state, from the North Country to Western New York. [Read more…] about 33 Humanities Grants Awarded Across NYS

Filed Under: Adirondacks & NNY, Capital-Saratoga, Hudson Valley - Catskills, Mohawk Valley, New York City, Western NY Tagged With: Grants, Humanities New York, New York Folklore Society, Young Audiences of Western New York

NY Folklore Shop Reopens to the Public

July 10, 2020 by Editorial Staff 1 Comment

New York Folklore shopNew York Folklore, the storefront of the New York Folklore Society in Schenectady, has reopened to the public. Face mask, social distancing, and occupancy guidelines are in effect. [Read more…] about NY Folklore Shop Reopens to the Public

Filed Under: Arts, Capital-Saratoga, History, Mohawk Valley Tagged With: Folklore, New York Folklore Society, Schenectady

Mary Michael Shelley Exhibit Opening at NY Folklore

September 22, 2019 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Illustration by Mary Michael ShelleyThe New York Folklore Society in Schenectady has announced a retrospective exhibit of Ithaca artist Mary Michael “Folk Art Mary” Shelley, set to open on Friday, October 4th. Works in the show will span 30 years and chart the development of the artist’s work.

An opening reception featuring an artist meet and greet, carving demonstration and light refreshments is set for 3 to 5:30 pm. [Read more…] about Mary Michael Shelley Exhibit Opening at NY Folklore

Filed Under: Capital-Saratoga, Events, History, New Exhibits Tagged With: Art Exhibit, Folklore, Mohawk Valley, New York Folklore Society, Schenectady

Conference: Preserving Folk, Vernacular Architecture in NYS

February 18, 2016 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

New York Folklore SocietyOn Saturday, April 2, 2016, the New York Folklore Society is holding a conference for folklorists, architects, historic preservationists, museum professionals, community members, and students.

Speakers will address questions concerning the significant crisis in the understanding of everyday landscapes and the built environment, including: [Read more…] about Conference: Preserving Folk, Vernacular Architecture in NYS

Filed Under: Events, History Tagged With: Architecture, Conferences, Folklore, Historic Preservation, New York Folklore Society, NYC

Legends And Lore Historic Marker Grant Program

May 14, 2015 by Editorial Staff 2 Comments

Legends and Lore Grant Program - croppedThe William G. Pomeroy Foundation has partnered with the New York Folklore Society to launch a new grant program to promote cultural tourism and commemorate urban legends and folklore as part of the New York’s history.

Folklore is an expression of our common past, yet it draws attention to what is unique about communities. Passed from person to person over time, there is often historical truth at the heart of every legend. [Read more…] about Legends And Lore Historic Marker Grant Program

Filed Under: History Tagged With: Folklore, New York Folklore Society, Public History, William Pomeroy Foundation

Ellen McHale On Changing Mohawk Valley Demographics

November 28, 2014 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Schenectady County Historical SocietyWhat are the dynamics of cultural equity and how does a community encourage its own cultural arts? Ellen McHale, Executive Director of the New York Folklore Society, will speak about the 21st century demographics of Schenectady and the Mohawk Valley and will provide some thoughts towards a culturally inclusive community on December 13th, at the Mabee Farm historic Site. [Read more…] about Ellen McHale On Changing Mohawk Valley Demographics

Filed Under: Events, History Tagged With: Cultural History, Folklore, Immigration, Mabee Farm Historic Site, New York Folklore Society, Schenectady County Historical Society

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