This day in history: November 9
On November 9, 1731, Mathematician and astronomer Benjamin Banneker was born in Ellicott’s Mills, Maryland. Largely self-taught, Banneker was one of the first African Americans to gain distinction in science.
This day in history: November 8
On November 8, 1837, Mary Lyon founds Mount Holyoke Female Seminary, which later becomes Mount Holyoke College. In keeping with her social vision, she limited the tuition to $60/year, about one-third the tuition that Grant charged at Ipswich Female Seminary, which was central to her mission of “appeal[ing] to the intelligence of all classes.”
This day in history: November 7
On November 7, 1837, Elijah Parish Lovejoy was killed by a pro-slavery mob while defending the site of his anti-slavery newspaper the St Louis Observer. His death both deeply affected many individuals who opposed slavery and greatly strengthened the cause of abolition.
Upcoming History-Related Events in the Mohawk Valley
If you’re interested in learning and experiencing the history of the Mohawk Valley and supporting local historical societies, we have some great upcoming events for you.
This day in history: November 3
On this day, November 3, 1783 the United States Continental Army is officially disbanded at New Windsor, New York.
This day in history: November 2
In a letter to Henry Knox, George Washington pens Farewell Orders to the Continental Army on this day in 1783.
This day in history: November 1
On November 1, we begin National Native American Heritage Month with a PBS Newshour video to learn about The Akwesasne Freedom School.
This day in Mohawk Valley History: October 19, 1876
The October 19, 1876, Fulton County Republican, Johnstown, New York, reports on how long mail is taking to travel in the Mohawk Valley.
This day in history: October 17 in Utica, NY
On October 17, 1907, the Utica Daily Press reported on a Oneida Nation delegation’s appeal to New York Governor Hughes.
The King Without a Crown
The Wampum Chronicles, “Land Where The Partridge Drums” by Darren Bonaparte continues with “The King Without a Crown.”