Oswego, NY — Citizens of Scottish descent and anyone interested in Scottish history are invited to attend the 2nd annual Scots-Jacobite special event at Old Fort Ontario on Labor Day weekend, Saturday and Sunday, September 5-6.
The unique event will feature demonstrations of 18th century Scottish life, historic weapons drills, open fire-pit cooking, battle recreations, games, music, colorful period clothing, tents, and some first person interpretation. Read more »
“2007 Shipwrecks of the Great Lakes Seaway Trail Project” receives prestigious award at National Scenic Byways 2009 Conference in Denver, Colorado
Denver, CO – The “2007 Shipwrecks of the Great Lakes Seaway Trail Project” that put a spotlight on the maritime heritage resources of the 518-mile coastal region of the St. Lawrence River, Lake Ontario, Niagara River and Lake Erie in New York and Pennsylvania received a 2009 Scenic Byway Award for Interpretation during the National Scenic Byways 2009 Conference in Denver, Colorado, in August.
Project partners Great Lakes Seaway Trail President and CEO Teresa Mitchell, New York Sea Grant Recreation and Tourism Specialist Dave White accepted the award on behalf of their organizations and the New York State Scenic Byways Program. Read more »
Albany, N.Y. — When New York State celebrates it first Heritage Weekend on Sept. 12 and 13, the place to be is Albany. “Many of our great attractions are offering historically themed events, reduced admissions and more to celebrate our unique cultural heritage,” said Michele Vennard, president and CEO of the Albany County Convention & Visitors Bureau. “We encourage everyone to explore Albany and to discover its very rich history during Heritage Weekend,” Ms. Vennard said. Read more »
Niagara Falls, NY - Encounter Niagara Tours has introduced a series of Student and Group Tour products that blend period-dress Interpreters with vivid and exciting itineraries - showcasing the History, Heritage and Beauty of the Niagara USA Region. As a Receptive Service, featuring the Region’s finest Step-on Guides, Encounter Niagara Tours brings alive the Niagara Region. Featured Tours are available of the Erie Canal, Underground Railroad sites in Niagara, War of 1812 and Fort Niagara History, Agriculture and many others. Read more »
Canal motorship Day Peckinpaugh joined by other historic vessels in Whitehall, Fort Edward, and Schuylerville
Waterford, NY- The historic canal motorship Day Peckinpaugh travels the Champlain Canal from 8/21/09 through 8/29/09 on its 500-mile Quadricentennial Legacy Voyage from Lake Champlain to New York Harbor. The 259-foot canal boat, built in 1921, will be joined by the 1901 Tug Urger and both vessels will be open to the public for free tours at Skenesborough Harbor Park in Whitehall on Friday, August 21, at the Canal Maintenance Facility in Fort Edward on Sunday, August 23, and at the Hudson Crossing Fest on Lock 5 Island in Schuylerville on Saturday, August 29 Read more »
An Invitational Exhibition Celebrating the 75th Anniversary of The Garnerville Holding Company
Garnerville, NY - The Garnerville Arts and Industrial Center, a pre-civil war mill complex with a rich and vibrant history, is holding an exhibition to celebrate the place and the people who find inspiration in the myriad aspects of this special and unique site.
In the past seventy-five years, Garnerville Holding Company has been a guardian and caretaker of this unusual and inspiring collection of 19th century industrial-era buildings with hidden alleyways and alcoves reminiscent of a Dickens’ novel. A vibrant community of artists and artisans brings varied perspectives and new insights to this historic landmark. The exhibit, spanning two galleries, presents remarkable images, installations, paintings and sculptures by some of the region’s finest artists. Read more »
Oswego, NY - The annual encampment of the French and Indian War will take place at Fort Ontario State Historic Site, Oswego, NY, on Saturday August 29 from 10 AM to 4:30 PM, and Sunday August 30 from 10 AM to 3 PM. The sights, sounds, and smells of camp and garrison life will greet visitors as they visit camps of British, French and native American troops and warriors who fought each other on these ground in the 1750’s. This year marks the 250th anniversary of both an important battle fought there in 1759 as well as the building of the second Fort Ontario. Read more »
