Cortland, New York

Art, Culture, General, History, Historic House, Library

Limestone mansion, built by successful industrialist Chester F. Wickwire, is a symbol of the grandeur of the Victorian and Gilded ages.

Tarrytown, New York

Archaeology, Culture, General, History, Historic House, Historical Society, Library

The Historical Society, Inc., a private not-for-profit organization founded in 1889, is dedicated to the study and appreciation of all aspects of the history of Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow, through educational programs, research, archeological projects, preservation advocacy and the collection and preservation of fine arts, decorative arts, archeological objects, printed and manuscript materials and maps, costumes and weaponry, and historic artifacts related to the heritage of Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow.

The major operation units of the Society are: the Jacob Odell landmark house, the museum collections, library (including maps and photographs), archeological workshop, public programs, publications, administrative services and historical architectural preservation programs.

Bemus Point, New York

Culture, History, Library, Specialized

We are a small and fairly new museum (501 c 3 ) in Bemus Point, NY. Our mission is to preserve and present information and artifacts related to the rich heritage of boating and related recreation on Lake Chautauqua. Our exhibits include antique boats, extensive photos of steamboats, boat races, fishing, and general recreation from the late 1800's through the 1950's. We have a growing children's section where young people can have hands-on experience with the boats and learn age-relevant crafts related to boating.

Buffalo, New York

Culture, History, Library, Specialized

The Museum of disABILITY History is the only "bricks and mortar" museum of its kind in the United States. It is dedicated to the collection, preservation, and display of artifacts pertaining to the history of people with disabilities.

Lexington, New York

Culture, General, History, Historic House, Historical Society, Library

Rochester, New York

Culture, General, History, Historic House, Historical Society, Library

On October 10, 1969 a group of community-prided people formed the Greece Historical Society with a dedicated goal: “To preserve the past for the future.” In 1989 a restored 1870s farm house was opened as the Greece Museum and in 1995 the Newcomb Heritage Hall was added to feature exhibits of local history. Many adults, schoolchildren and families as well as our members appreciate the history on display.

Ithaca, New York

History, Historic House, Historical Society, Library, Science

The DeWitt Historical Society was formed in 1935 as a revival of two earlier historical societies of 1863-64 and 1888-1905. The first, the Ithaca Historical & Scientific Society, was started by Ezra Cornell, and lasted for less than two years. DHS was first formed in 1899 to promote Tompkins County history, and was named in honor of Simeon DeWitt, a prominent early Ithacan. This society met to hear papers, erected commemorative plaques, and started a collection of books and objects that was housed at the public library after the society disbanded in 1905.

New York, New York

Archaeology, Art, Children's, Culture, General, History, Library

Pierpont Morgan's immense holdings ranged from Egyptian art to Renaissance paintings to Chinese porcelains. For his library, Morgan acquired illuminated, literary, and historical manuscripts, early printed books, and old master drawings and prints. To this core collection, he added the earliest evidence of writing as manifested in ancient seals, tablets, and papyrus fragments from Egypt and the Near East. Morgan also collected manuscripts and printed materials significant to American history.

Owego, New York

History, Historical Society, Library

Tioga County Historical Society continues to present historical exhibits pertaining to Tioga County NY and the Nation as a whole. Our four galleries are dedicated to both a permanent collection, our folk art portrait collections, and two rotating, visiting, and/or showcase exhibits. Events and programs, including youth oriented activities and guest lecture series, are being planned for the 2011 calendar year.