November 26 is ‘Sojourner Truth Day’ in New York

On November 26, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation S1480-A/A6583-A to establish November 26th as Sojourner Truth Day in the State of New York, named in honor of the legendary abolitionist and women’s rights advocate who was born in Ulster County.

Featured Mohawk Valley Artist: Carin Kent

Carin Kent, aka The Caring Creator, is a chalk artist, muralist, and promotional designer based out of Boonville, New York.

Hartwick College’s Yager Museum Invites Families on a Quest for Fun

Yager Museum of Art & Culture is excited to present a new family event, Family Quest, on Sunday, Nov.16, beginning at 1 p.m.

Glimmer Nights Returns to Fenimore Farm & Country Village for Expanded 2025 Season – Six Weeks of Lights, Magic, and Holiday Cheer

Frequently named among New York’s most “awe-inspiring light festivals,” Glimmer Nights delights both return visitors and first-timers.

Christmas Open House at The Rice Homestead

The Mayfield Historical Society’s 34th Annual Christmas Open House at The Rice Homestead will be on Saturday, December 6th, from 12 – 4 p.m.

Fenimore Art Museum Transfers Hancock House and the Horace A. Moses Endowment to The Lower Adirondack Regional Center for History

Fenimore Art Museum is pleased to share that on July 11, 2025, the ownership of the Hancock House in Ticonderoga, New York was transferred to The Lower Adirondack Regional Center for History (LARCH), formerly known as the Ticonderoga Historical Society (THS).

Featured Mohawk Valley Artist: Justin Como

Justin‘s practice makes use of installation, ceramic sculpture, and drawing. He has exhibited artwork in New York, California, Ohio, Mississippi, and Australia.

“Outlander in the Mohawk Valley” series wraps up with Women of the Saratoga Campaign

Anne Clothier from the Saratoga County Historian’s Office returns on November 12 at 7pm to present Women of the Saratoga Campaign.

Unity Hall Announces Cancellation of Galumpha Performance on Saturday, November 15

Unity Hall is sad to announce that due to an injury sustained by a key member of the dance troupe Galumpha, the Saturday, November 15th 7pm performance has been canceled.

Unique Haunted Rooms Experience with the Herkimer County Historical Society

Just in time for Halloween, we got to join in on the fun at the Herkimer County Historical Society’s recent Haunted Rooms event.