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August 2026 eUpdate

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Summer Issue of New York Archives is Here!

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The Online Speaker Series is back—and the 2026–2027 season is officially live.


Join us as we kick off in September with a powerful conversation on 9/11 featuring the archivists from the NYS Archives.


We are so excited for another season of compelling stories, fresh perspectives, and New York history you won’t want to miss.


Explore the full lineup and reserve your spot today.

Sep 08

Remembering 9/11

Join us for the kickoff of a new season of our Online Speaker Series: “Remembering 9/11.”

NYS Archivists will explore documents held in the New York State Archives that tell the story of the September 11 attacks on the World Trade Center, as well as the work undertaken to heal, rebuild, and restore New York City and communities across the state in the aftermath.

Together, we’ll reflect on the records that preserve this pivotal moment in New York’s history—and the stories of resilience that followed.

Empire State Archives & History Award

Tickets on Sale Now!

Save the Date: Thursday, November 12th at 7:00 PM

Honree: Douglas Brinkley

Location: The Egg


Mark your calendar for an unforgettable evening celebrating history, scholarship, and the people who bring the past to life.


Join us as we honor outstanding voices in the field and gather with fellow supporters, scholars, and friends for a night of inspiration, recognition, and community.


Tickets are on sale now!


EASHA Honoree Douglas Brinkley

Sept 27th: Huxley Museum

"When Hamilton Called Albany Home" Lecture

Sep 27

"When Hamilton Called Albany Home" Lecture

Join us for a special collaborative program between the Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site and "New York Archives" magazine as we explore Alexander Hamilton’s deep connections to the Capital Region and the influential circles that shaped his legacy.

Through engaging discussion and historical insight, Schuyler Mansion Site Manager, Heidi Hill, will highlight Albany’s role in Hamilton’s life—from his ties to the prominent Schuyler family to the broader political and social networks that helped define a young nation. This program is free and open to the public.

Save the Date: Nov 4th

"The Black Watch" at the Chapman Museum

Join "New York Archives" magazine and the Chapman Museum for a riveting presentation led by New York State Archivist, Brian Keough.



Originally sent abroad to fight in the War of the Austrian Succession, The Black Watch later found solace in the Adirondacks. These highlands were not only reminiscent of the Watch’s homeland, but safeguarded their culture.


Brian Keough with discuss the Blacks Watch’s role in some of the bloodiest battles that took place in New York and their contributions to Scottish immigration in the United States.

In Memoriam Laurence M. Hauptman

Larry Hauptman Headshot

It is with great sadness that we note the passing of Laurence M. Hauptman back in June. 


Larry was a strong and long-term supporter of the New York State Archives and the Archives Partnership Trust.  


He will be remembered as a noted historian, researcher, and prolific author, but what stands out the most is the vast number of his friends and acquaintances. Larry knew everyone who is interested or involved in the history of native peoples in or from New York.


Larry did much of his research for many of those books at the New York State Archives and the New York State Library. He also worked in many other archives, large and small, across the nation, so he knew archives well. 



Larry’s obituary can be found in the button below. The fall issue of New York Archives Magazine will feature a fuller tribute to this amazing scholar and friend.

Summer 2026 Cover Freedom Train Painting

Our Summer Issue is Live!


What better way to spend your summer than to lounge by the pool and read up on New York history? 

Our featured article, "Train of Freedom" celebrates America's 250th with a photo essay about the NYS Freedom Train.

"All Aboard the NYS Freedom Train" Group of School Children see the Freedom Train

A new season brings a new issue of Archives Jr! that explores the New York State Freedom Train. It includes learning activities that uses primary source documents to show how NYS has worked over time to secure the rights of its citizens.



Remember, FREE copies of Archives Jr!  are available to any educator or student in New York State even during the Summer!

When at the Cultural Education Center

Be Sure to Check Out All Programs!

(Archives, Library, Museum)

Archie's

Investigation Station

Investigation Station image, with several issues of Archives Jr! Magazine



Thursdays Weekly - 10:30 am

Kids Cove | Free


Archie with magnifying glass invites readers to 'Gnaw on History!'

Dive into the world of Archie the Jr! Archivist. Come explore a fun learning activity inspired by an issue of New York Archives Magazine, where students can discover fascinating history, analyze primary sources, and engage with interactive projects!


Archive

Adventures

Archie Adventures, featuring images of a magnifying glass and scrolls



Thursdays Weekly - 11:00 am

Discovery Place | Free


Curious about New York's past? 
Come uncover the stories behind the state's history— one document at a time!


Each session offers a peek into New York State’s rich and surprising history through carefully chosen original documents, photographs, and videos. 

An expert archivist will be on hand to share stories, answer your questions, and reveal how we uncover and preserve the past. You never know what fascinating piece of history you’ll discover!

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New York State Archives

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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.