The Schenectady County Historical Society has announced Mohicans, Constantly in Motion: Mapping the Mohicans’ Various Settlements from 900 CE to Today, a virtual presentation with Evan Pritchard, set for Wednesday, May 12th. [Read more…] about Mapping Mohican Settlements 900 CE to Today
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Schenectady History Tours Planned
The Schenectady County Historical Society has announced The Stockade Beyond the Pines walking tour, set for May 12th at 6 pm and 15th at 4 pm. [Read more…] about Schenectady History Tours Planned
Fashion’s Role in Alternative Communities Virtual Program Saturday
Fashion is an important component in understanding how people express freedom and restraint, especially in cases of strict regulations and deliberate rebellions. By looking beyond the styles of mainstream America and towards alternative spiritual communities, both historically notable ones such as the Shakers and the Oneida Community, and more contemporary communities, a richer history of how clothing communicates cultural values emerge. [Read more…] about Fashion’s Role in Alternative Communities Virtual Program Saturday
African American Historical Records Project Launched In Schenectady
Schenectady County Historical Society has announced the African American Historical Records Project, a new public history initiative focused on Schenectady’s African American history with the focus of preserving primary sources and enabling future generations to engage with the community’s historical records. [Read more…] about African American Historical Records Project Launched In Schenectady
Festival of Trees Lights Up Schenectady
The Schenectady County Historical Society’s Festival of Trees is now on display through December 30th. Open daily from 10 am to 5 pm, the Festival of Trees features over 60 lighted fir trees, each decorated in eccentric to classic styles. [Read more…] about Festival of Trees Lights Up Schenectady
This Fall At Schenectady County Historical Society
The Schenectady County Historical Society has announced their fall schedule, including a Fall Craft Market, walking tours, and more. [Read more…] about This Fall At Schenectady County Historical Society
Virtual Tours of Schenectady County History
Schenectady County Historical Society has released a slate of Youtube videos that focus on various aspects of Mabee Farm and broader Schenectady County history. [Read more…] about Virtual Tours of Schenectady County History
Chronicling the History of COVID-19 (Podcast)
This week on The Historians Podcast, a special edition with Marietta Carr, librarian at Schenectady County Historical Society, discussing how to keep track of the local history of COVID-19.
Also, author Nina Sankovitch talks about releasing her new history book American Rebels: How the Hancock, Adams, and Quincy Families Fanned the Flames of Revolution in the middle of the pandemic. [Read more…] about Chronicling the History of COVID-19 (Podcast)
Shuttered, Schenectady Co Historical Continues Mission
Like every organization in the state and nation, Schenectady County Historical Society (SCHS) is responding to the national emergency caused by the spread of the coronavirus.
In New York State, our historic sites and museums—along with other “non-essential” businesses—have been necessarily closed for an indeterminate period of time. [Read more…] about Shuttered, Schenectady Co Historical Continues Mission
Drink the Seasons at Brouwer House, Schenectady
The Schenectady County Historical Society is set to host a cocktail workshop, Drink the Seasons: Spring, on Thursday, March 5th at Brouwer House Creative, in the oldest home in Schenectady. [Read more…] about Drink the Seasons at Brouwer House, Schenectady