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Celebrating Women's History Month

Celebrate Women's History Month with Us!

Join the New York State Library, Archives, and Museum as we honor Women’s History Month with a lineup of exciting events! From thought-provoking lectures and exhibitions to hands-on workshops and engaging discussions, we’re celebrating the stories, achievements, and contributions of women throughout history.

Don’t miss this chance to explore remarkable collections, inspiring programs, and hidden histories all month long. Stay tuned for event details and join us in recognizing the powerful impact of women in New York and beyond!

📅 Check out the full schedule and join the celebration!

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Mar 25

State Paleontologist Winifred Goldring and Making Fossils Come to Life

Join us for a riveting hour where we delve into the fascinating world of fossils! Winifred Goldring, a pioneering paleontologist, shaped our understanding of prehistoric life and the fossil record. Discover her groundbreaking work, how fossils are analyzed, and the incredible journey of bringing ancient creatures "back to life" through modern science. Perfect for history buffs, science enthusiasts, and anyone curious about the wonders beneath our feet!

Check out the full season!

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If you missed one of our previous programs, recordings are available here!

Full Recordings

March 8th: Genealogy Day at the

Clifton Park Halfmoon Library

Discover Your Family History with the

NYS Archives at Genealogy Day!

Join the New York State Archives at the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Library’s Genealogy Day for an exciting dive into historical records that can help you uncover your family’s past.

Whether you're a seasoned researcher or just beginning your journey, learn how the Archives' extensive collections—census records, military files, land deeds, and more—can unlock stories about your ancestors. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with experts and explore the rich history waiting in the archives!

📅 Date: Saturday March 8th

📍 Location: (In-Person) Clifton Park-Halfmoon Library

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BrainFood: Women in New York Stories

from the Collections

March 21, 2025

12 - 12:30 pm

Huxley Theater

Free

Join us for a special lunchtime lecture as we celebrate Women’s History Month. This program will feature short presentations from the New York State Library, New York State Archives, and New York State Museum highlighting significant figures, accomplishments, and resources from our collections, followed by a brief Q&A session. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the contributions women have made throughout history. Bring your lunch and enjoy a thought-provoking presentation.

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Save the Date:

June 5-6, 2025

Cultural Education Center, Albany, NY

Constructing the Empire State: Innovation, Environment, and Imagination in New York History

Join us for the New York State History Conference in June 2025! This exciting event brings together historians, educators, and enthusiasts from across the state to explore New York’s rich and diverse history. Stay tuned for more information about sessions, speakers, and registration. Mark your calendars—you won’t want to miss this chance to connect, learn, and celebrate New York State history!

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Archives Jr! Investigation Station

Thursday: March 27th

10:30 am - 12 pm

Office of Cultural Education: Kids Cove

Free

Dive into the world of archives with New York Archives Jr! magazine. Each week, we'll explore a fun learning activity inspired by an issue of New York Archives Jr!, where kids will discover fascinating history, analyze primary sources, and engage with interactive projects!

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Did you know that your support keeps our quarterly New York Archives Jr! insert free for all NYS students? Help Archie, our Jr! Archivist keep history alive for the future generation and request a classroom set below or check out our website ConsidertheSourceNY.org for more free history educator resources.

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New York State Archives

The Archives Research Room is open by appointment Monday through Friday, 9:30am to 4pm, as are our e-mail and telephone reference services. To make an appointment, call (518) 474-8955 or for assistance or guidance with our records, email archref@nysed.gov.

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New York Archives Partnership Trust, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, supports education, preservation, and outreach programs not funded by the state in order to make accessible archives from nearly 400 years of New York's colonial and state governments. Visit us at nysarchivestrust.org and considerthesourceny.org.