By Matthew Urtz, Madison County Historian
(Madison County, NY – Sept. 2015) On Tuesday September 22nd from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm the Madison County Historical Society will be hosting a farmers market at Cottage Lawn. The Market will feature fresh seasonal produce, pastured meats, cheeses and much more. Check the historical societies Facebook page for weekly special events including cooking demonstrations, croquet matches on the lawn, special crafters joining the session and much more. Tours of the museum will be available as well. For more information please visit www.mchs1900.org or call 315-363-4136.
On Wednesday September 23rd at 7 pm the Canastota Public Library welcome author and historian Norm Dann who will present “Greene Smith and the wildlife : the story of Peterboro’s avid outdoorsman.” Dann will tell the story of Greene Smith, former Peterboro resident, famed ornithologist and son of abolitionist Gerrit Smith. There is no cost for this event. For more information please call 315-697-7030.
On Wednesday September 23rd at 7 pm the Oneida Community Mansion House welcomes Robert Cassetti, who will present “The Origins and History of Contemporary Glass.” Cassetti is the Senior Director of the Corning Museum of Glass, as well as a glass designer. This event will be held in the Big Hall and there is no charge. For more information please call 315-363-0745 or visit www.oneidacommunity.org.
On Wednesday September 23rd at 7 pm the Oneida Community Mansion House welcomes Robert Cassetti, who will present “The Origins and History of Contemporary Glass.” Cassetti is the Senior Director of the Corning Museum of Glass, as well as a glass designer. This event will be held in the Big Hall and there is no charge. For more information please call 315-363-0745 or visit www.oneidacommunity.org.
On Thursday September 24th at 6:30 pm the Cazenovia Public Library will host a screening and discussion of the movie “Lincoln.” This special viewing is to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation and was developed by a partnership between the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History and the National Endowment for the Humanities. There is no charge for this event. For more information please call 655-9322.
On Friday September 25th & Saturday September 26th from 6 pm until 8 pm the Onondaga Historical Association will feature “Interludes on the Lake: OHA’s Fall Ghost Walk.” Hear the stories of former residents while enjoying the historic Strathmore neighborhood near Onondaga Park’s Hiawatha Lake. Groups will start every fifteen minutes, and the talks are suitable for anyone 12 and up. Tickets are $12 for OHA members and $15 for non-members. For more information or to purchase tickets please call 315-428-1864 extension 312.
On Saturday September 26th at 2 pm the Peterboro Methodist Church welcome author and historian Norm Dann who will present “The Health Issues of Gerrit Smith.” Dann will explain the ailments that afflicted him throughout his wife. There is no cost for this event. For more information please call 315-366-2453.
On Sunday September 27th from 1 pm to 4 pm the Rippleton Schoolhouse on the grounds of the Lorenzo State Historic Site will host “Community Day.” The Friends of Lorenzo have hosted this popular event for years. Enjoy a return to the past as patrons are invited to partake in 19th century games, live music, fall refreshments, wagon rides, country school activities and more. Admission is free. For fees and more information please visit www.lorenzony.org or call 315-655-3200 ext. 100.
On Tuesday September 29th from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm the Madison County Historical Society will be hosting a farmers market at Cottage Lawn. The Market will feature fresh seasonal produce, pastured meats, cheeses and much more. Check the historical societies Facebook page for weekly special events including cooking demonstrations, croquet matches on the lawn, special crafters joining the session and much more. Tours of the museum will be available as well. For more information please visit www.mchs1900.org or call 315-363-4136.
On Wednesday September 30th at 7 pm the Oneida Community Mansion House welcomes Anna D’Ambrosia, who will present “Affordable Luxury: New York Parlor Suits.” D’Ambrosia is the Chief Director and an epicenter of fashion including interior design. This event will be held in the Big Hall and there is no charge. For more information please call 315-363-0745 or visit www.oneidacommunity.org.
On Thursday October 1st at 6:30 pm the Cazenovia Public Library will host part one in a three part series entitled “Created Equal: American’s Civil Rights Struggle.” Part one of this series will feature retired Cazenovia College Professor Timothy McLaughlin, PhD showing the film “Freedom Riders.” Following the film attendees will be encouraged to stay and take part in a conversation about the film. There is no charge for this event and it is open to the public. For more information please call 655-9322.
On Thursday October 1st at 6:30 pm the Hamilton Public Library will host part one in a three part series entitled “Created Equal: American’s Civil Rights Struggle.” This special project is to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation. Part one of this series will feature Colgate University Professor Suzanne B. Spring, PhD, showing the film “The Loving Story.” Following the film attendees will be encouraged to stay and take part in a conversation about the film. There is no charge for this event and it is open to the public. For more information please call 824-3060.
On Thursday October 1st at 6:30 pm Madison Hall in Morrisville will host part one in a three part series entitled “Created Equal: American’s Civil Rights Struggle.” Part one of this series will feature retired Morrisville College Professor Norman K. Dann, PhD showing the film “Slavery by Another Name.” Following the film attendees will be encouraged to stay and take part in a conversation about the film. There is no charge for this event and it is open to the public. For more information please call 240-1032.
On Thursday October 1st at 6:30 pm the Oneida Public Library will host part one in a three part series entitled “Created Equal: American’s Civil Rights Struggle.” Part one of this series will feature local history teacher Tom Bennett, showing the film “Freedom Riders.” Following the film attendees will be encouraged to stay and take part in a conversation about the film. There is no charge for this event and it is open to the public. For more information please call 363-3050.
On Friday October 2nd & Saturday October 3rd from 6 pm until 8 pm the Onondaga Historical Association will feature “Interludes on the Lake: OHA’s Fall Ghost Walk.” Hear the stories of former residents while enjoying the historic Strathmore neighborhood near Onondaga Park’s Hiawatha Lake. Groups will start every fifteen minutes, and the talks are suitable for anyone 12 and up. Tickets are $12 for OHA members and $15 for non-members. For more information or to purchase tickets please call 315-428-1864 extension 312.
On Sunday October 4th from 12 pm until 4 pm Nichols Pond County Park will be host to Madison County’s annual Archives Day. Come and learn the history of the park including its Native American Roots, and how it became a county park. Displays will be set up featuring multiple artifacts from the numerous archeological digs performed at the site. Tours will be available explaining the Native American History and site development of the park. Special speakers from the Oneida Indian Nation will speak on what life was like here before settlement and a Colgate University fellow will present on how the site became linked to Samuel De Champlain’s march through CNY in 1615. There is no charge for this event. For more information please call 315-366-2453.
On Tuesday October 6th from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm the Madison County Historical Society will be hosting a farmers market at Cottage Lawn. The Market will feature fresh seasonal produce, pastured meats, cheeses and much more. Check the historical societies Facebook page for weekly special events including cooking demonstrations, croquet matches on the lawn, special crafters joining the session and much more. Tours of the museum will be available as well. For more information please visit www.mchs1900.org or call 315-363-4136.
On Thursday October 8th at 6:30 pm the Cazenovia Public Library will host part two in a three part series entitled “Created Equal: American’s Civil Rights Struggle.” Part two of this series will feature Colgate University Professor Suzanne B. Spring, PhD, showing the film “The Loving Story.” Following the film attendees will be encouraged to stay and take part in a conversation about the film. There is no charge for this event and it is open to the public. For more information please call 655-9322.
On Thursday October 8th at 6:30 pm the Hamilton Public Library will host part two in a three part series entitled “Created Equal: American’s Civil Rights Struggle.” Part two of this series will feature retired Morrisville College Professor Norman K. Dann, PhD showing the film “Slavery by Another Name.” Following the film attendees will be encouraged to stay and take part in a conversation about the film. There is no charge for this event and it is open to the public. For more information please call 824-3060.
On Thursday October 8th at 6:30 pm the Madison Hall in Morrisville will host part two in a three part series entitled “Created Equal: American’s Civil Rights Struggle.” Part two of this series will feature retired Cazenovia College Professor Timothy McLaughlin, PhD showing the film “Freedom Riders.” Following the film attendees will be encouraged to stay and take part in a conversation about the film. There is no charge for this event and it is open to the public. For more information please call 240-1032.
On Thursday October 8th at 6:30 pm the Oneida Public Library will host part two in a three part series entitled “Created Equal: American’s Civil Rights Struggle.” Part two of this series will feature City of Oneida Mayor Max Smith, showing the film “The Loving Story.” Following the film attendees will be encouraged to stay and take part in a conversation about the film. There is no charge for this event and it is open to the public. For more information please call 363-3050.
On Sunday October 10th the Oneida Community Mansion House will host “an evening with Tom Rush.” Rush has been playing music for over 50 years and his impact is heard in many artists music. Advanced tickets are $35 for OCMH members, $40 for non-members and $45 at the door. A special VIP dinner with Rush before the concert is available for $100 and includes dinner at Kenwood and Vine and reserved seating. For more information please call 315-363-0745 or visit www.oneidacommunity.org.
On Tuesday October 12th from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm the Madison County Historical Society will be hosting a farmers market at Cottage Lawn. The Market will feature fresh seasonal produce, pastured meats, cheeses and much more. Check the historical societies facebook page for weekly special events including cooking demonstrations, croquet matches on the lawn, special crafters joining the session and much more. Tours of the museum will be available as well. For more information please visit www.mchs1900.org or call 315-363-4136.
On Thursday October 15th at 6:30 pm the Cazenovia Public Library will host part three in a three part series entitled “Created Equal: American’s Civil Rights Struggle.” Part three of this series will feature retired Morrisville College Professor Norman K. Dann, PhD showing the film “Slavery by Another Name.” Following the film attendees will be encouraged to stay and take part in a conversation about the film. There is no charge for this event and it is open to the public. For more information please call 655-9322.
On Thursday October 15th at 6:30 pm the Hamilton Public Library will host part three in a three part series entitled “Created Equal: American’s Civil Rights Struggle.” Part three of this series will feature retired Cazenovia College Professor Timothy McLaughlin, PhD showing the film “Freedom Riders.” Following the film attendees will be encouraged to stay and take part in a conversation about the film. There is no charge for this event and it is open to the public. For more information please call 824-3060.
On Thursday October 15th at 6:30 pm Madison Hall in Morrisville will host part three in a three part series entitled “Created Equal: American’s Civil Rights Struggle.” Part three of this series will feature Colgate University Professor Suzanne B. Spring, PhD, showing the film “The Loving Story.” Following the film attendees will be encouraged to stay and take part in a conversation about the film. There is no charge for this event and it is open to the public. For more information please call 240-1032.
On Thursday October 15th at 6:30 pm the Oneida Public Library will host part three in a three part series entitled “Created Equal: American’s Civil Rights Struggle.” Part three of this series will feature retired Kimberly Williams, showing the film “Slavery by Another Name.” Following the film attendees will be encouraged to stay and take part in a conversation about the film. There is no charge for this event and it is open to the public. For more information please call 363-3050.
On Thursday October 15th at 7:30 pm the Town of Marshall Historical Society will host a presentation by Fran Lallier entitled “The Little School House.” Come and hear about local author Fran Lallier tell the story of the local country school district 12. The talk is based on his book Little Country School District 12: Corner of Red Hill and Snowden Hill Road, Kirkland and New Hartford, NY. For more information please contact Yvonne Brady via email at ybskyline@gmail.com.
On Tuesday October 20th from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm the Madison County Historical Society will be hosting a farmers market at Cottage Lawn. The Market will feature fresh seasonal produce, pastured meats, cheeses and much more. Check the historical societies Facebook page for weekly special events including cooking demonstrations, croquet matches on the lawn, special crafters joining the session and much more. Tours of the museum will be available as well. For more information please visit www.mchs1900.org or call 315-363-4136.
On Wednesday October 21st the Town of Onondaga Historical Society welcomes former Madison County Historian “Back Street” Mary Messere. Messere, who operates the Eaton Old Town Museum, will discuss William Pryer Letchworth’s history, the establishment of Letchworth State Park and the Shaker Community. Light refreshments will be served afterwards. For more information please email tohsociety@yahoo.com.
On Friday October 23rd the Catherine Cummings Theatre in Cazenovia will host the Excelsior Band for a special Concert as part of the National Abolitionist Hall of Fame’s Induction weekend. More information to come.
On Saturday October 24th the Catherine Cummings Theatre in Cazenovia will host “the Emancipation of Abraham Lincoln: Head, Heart and the American Memory.” This panel will be moderated by Milton Sernett, PhD. Featured panelists will include Douglas Egerton PhD of Lemoyne College, Joseph Fornieri, PhD, of the Rochester Institute of Technology, Jason Emerson, Author of multiple Lincoln texts, and Robert Paquette, PhD, of Hamilton College. This will be followed by the NAHOF Tenth Anniversary Dinner (more information to come). Following Dinner Harold Holzer, President of the Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Foundation, will present “Lincoln: The Great Emancipator.” Costs and times TBD. More information to come.
On Saturday October 24th starting at 7:00 pm (a second tour group will go out at 8 pm) the Cazenovia Preservation Foundation presents “Walk Among the Spirits II at Evergreen Cemetery. Come face to face with the souls of Cazenovia’s past! Brave guests will be led by candle light amongst the headstones where along the way eight spirits will share their adventures and tales. Tickets are $5 per person and $15 for a family and can be purchased the day of the event. For more information please visit www.cazpreservation.org.
On Saturday October 24th at 2 pm and 7 pm the Nancy Cantor Warehouse (350 West Fayette St.) will host “The way they were: Onondaga County Historical Association’s Fall Ghost Talk.” Hear and experience special stories taken from past ghost walks told by actors in period costumes. Tickets are $12 for OHA members and $15 for non-members. For tickets or more information please contact 315-428-1864 extension 312.
On Sunday October 25th starting at 9 am the National Abolition Hall of Fame and Museum will host a special viewing of and conversation about the CBS mini-series “The Abolitionists.” All three parts will be shown followed by discussions. Coffee, and lunch will be provided. More information to come.
On Sunday October 25th from 1 pm to 4 pm the Chittenango Landing Canal Boat Museum will host its “Eerie Halloween” Community Party. More information to come. For more information please visit www.clcbm.org or call Diane Brandt at 315-687-3801.
On Sunday October 25th the Madison County Historical Society will host their annual dinner. More information to come.
On Monday October 26th starting at 7:00 pm (a second tour group will go out at 8 pm) the Cazenovia Preservation Foundation presents “Walk Among the Spirits II at Evergreen Cemetery. Come face to face with the souls of Cazenovia’s past! Brave guests will be led by candle light amongst the headstones where along the way eight spirits will share their adventures and tales. Tickets are $5 per person and $15 for a family and can be purchased the day of the event. For more information please visit www.cazpreservation.org.
On Tuesday October 27th starting at 7:00 pm (a second tour group will go out at 8 pm) the Cazenovia Preservation Foundation presents “Walk Among the Spirits II at Evergreen Cemetery. Come face to face with the souls of Cazenovia’s past! Brave guests will be led by candle light amongst the headstones where along the way eight spirits will share their adventures and tales. Tickets are $5 per person and $15 for a family and can be purchased the day of the event. For more information please visit www.cazpreservation.org.
On Thursday, October 29th at 6:00 pm the Rome Historical Society welcomes Madison County Historian Matthew Urtz who will present Hops: Birth, Death and Re-Birth of a CNY Industry. Urtz will give a brief history of how hops first became a cash crop, the reasons it disappeared and how its re-emergence occurred. Images and stories from a number of sources will be utilized. There is no charge for this event. For more information please call 315-336-5870.