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Happening in the Neighborhood
Fate of the Rare Books at Wells College
The Auburn Citizen just reported that the remaining Wells College administration is petitioning Cayuga County courts to auction off the valuables that weren't part of the $12.5 million Hiawatha Institute sale. The inventory from the petition can be found here.
Birthdays and Exhibits in Cayuga County
The Cayuga Museum is celebrating its 90th birthday this October, and one of their new exhibits this year will reflect that. The other three exhibits they've set up are The Reel American West, Community
Canvas, and Revolutionary: Cayuga County's Fight for Equality. Thanks to the Technology Alliance of Central New York (TACNY), admission for all visitors is free between February 4 and March 14.
War Brides in Chemung County
Chemung County Historical Society is hosting another Out to Lunch event to correspond with their current exhibit about Japanese war brides. On February 11 at noon, they'll screen the documentary "Fall Seven Times, Get up Eight," which features an Elmiran Japanese war bride, Hiroko Tolbert.
Treasures and Contests in Cortland County
Congratulations to Cortland County Historical Society! They came in second place for the greatest number of donations in the 2025 National Philanthropy Day Challenge held by the Cortland Community Foundation, so on top of the donations, they won a cash prize from the community foundation. CHHS is now planning a "Timeless Treasures" sale, another used book sale for early summer, and a Mother's Day Brunch in May. They'll also host a workshop in May about researching county land records.
Dam Good Exhibit in Tompkins County
The History Center in Tompkins County just opened their new annual exhibit: The Power of Water: A Dam Good Exhibit. This Saturday, THC is hosting a nostalgic Valentine's workshop.
Birthdays and Documentaries in Steuben County
Corning Museum of Glass has a fun slate of family activities planned for winter break next week, including "Airigami": a hands-on, balloon-based community project. On Sunday, they'll have a whole day dedicated to marble runs. The major CMOG 75th anniversary event is February 20. Tickets are available here. Sarah Tronkowski of SUNY Corning has planned events for Black History Month, including a showing of the Oscar-nominated documentary about James Baldwin and institutionalized racism.
Book Recs in Allegany County
Doyin Adenuga, Electronic Resources Librarian at Houghton University, put together a list of books (and films!) for you to add to your TBR pile.
Turtle Island in Chenango County
Chenango County Historical Society is partnering with the Chenango County Historian to host the "Turtle Island" festival this summer as part of their America250 commemorations. Read more about their plans.
Underground Railroad in Yates County
Yates County History Center had a great post last week about John Thomas, who was born into slavery in Virginia, escaped, settled in Penn Yan, and helped dozens of other freedom seekers find their way north. They've also helped promote the Moveable Museum Program; Genesee Country Village & Museum will visit Penn Yan Library on February 26 with hands-on activities and a costumed museum educator. Remember to check out YCHC's schedule of Throwback Thursday programs this month.
Revolutionary Lecture in Schuyler County
Schuyler County Historical Society, still in the process of renovating their building, is hosting a free lecture at the Silver Spoon Cafe in Montour Falls. The lecture, Revolutionary Veterans & Prison Ships, will be given by historian Dr. Gary Emerson.
Digitizing in Delaware County
In their December newsletter, DCHA's Archivist Ray LaFever discussed the process of digitization with New York Genealogical & Biographical (NYG&B) Society’s Digitize New York initiative. The newsletter also has interesting blurbs about restoring Revolutionary War graves, capital project updates, history awards of merit, and, of course, local history articles.
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