The Oneida County History Center (OCHC) has announced they are seeking nominations for the 2021 Historical Hall of Fame and Living Legends Awards. Inductees are honored at an annual awards ceremony held each fall and through a permanent display in the History Center’s exhibit gallery. [Read more…] about Oneida Co History Hall of Fame Nominations Sought
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Erie Canal Odyssey Photography Exhibit in Utica
The Oneida County History Center has announced “An Erie Canal Odyssey,” an exhibit of photography depicting communities, structures, boats, people, and activities along the canals of New York State by local award-winning photographer Frank Forte. [Read more…] about Erie Canal Odyssey Photography Exhibit in Utica
Online Ask A Genealogist Program June 5th
The Oneida County History Center has announced Ask A Geneaologist, a program featuring one-on-one consultations with a genealogist, set for Saturday, June 5th. [Read more…] about Online Ask A Genealogist Program June 5th
Clinton NY’s Old Burying Ground Walking Tour Set
The Oneida County History Center will host A Cemetery Walk to Remember, a walking tour of The Old Burying Ground in Clinton, set for Sunday, May 30th. [Read more…] about Clinton NY’s Old Burying Ground Walking Tour Set
Brothertown History and Archaeology (Virtual Talk)
The colonial era was a difficult time for many Indigenous nations who were pressured by outsiders and new beliefs. The Brothertown people, were and still are, a “new” community of Native people formed in direct response to colonialism.
Guided by the vision of Mohegan Presbyterian minister Samson Occom, their settlement for a brief time was located in the towns of Kirkland and Marshall in Oneida County. [Read more…] about Brothertown History and Archaeology (Virtual Talk)
In and Around Remsen, NY (Virtual History Talk)
The Oneida County History Center will host “In and Around Remsen,” a virtual presentation outlining the first colonists of the area that became the towns of Remsen and Steuben, NY, with local journalist and author Megan Plete-Postol set for Wednesday, May 12th. [Read more…] about In and Around Remsen, NY (Virtual History Talk)
‘History as Policy’ with State Historian Devin Lander May 5th
The Oneida County History Center will host “History as Policy in New York State,” a virtual presentation outlining New York State’s role in protecting and promoting its history beginning in the 1830s until today, with Devin Lander, New York State Historian set for Wednesday, May 5th. [Read more…] about ‘History as Policy’ with State Historian Devin Lander May 5th
New York’s Oldest Hiking Club Celebrating 100 Years
The Tramp and Trail Club of Utica, Inc., is the oldest hiking club in New York State. The first outing was held April 30th, 1921.
Led by Abigail Dimon, Seventeen Tramps and Trailers hiked from the Elm St. entrance of Roscoe Conkling Park (Utica) west to Third St. (now Valley View Rd.) and on to Cascade Glen. [Read more…] about New York’s Oldest Hiking Club Celebrating 100 Years
Black History Makers of Utica Exhibit Installed
The Oneida County History Center (OCHC) has installed History Makers, a new exhibit saluting a few of Utica’s African American citizens who belong in history books. [Read more…] about Black History Makers of Utica Exhibit Installed
Oneida County History Center Telethon May 19th
The Oneida County History Center has announced its 16th annual telethon is set for Wednesday, May 19th from 5 to 8 pm. [Read more…] about Oneida County History Center Telethon May 19th