1822 AQUEDUCT | A BRIDGE FOR BOATS

On December 1, 1853, John Burnham was attempted to cross the aqueduct on the side without rails, slipped on the ice, and fell 20 or 25 feet to his death upon the rocks below.

The Missions of Atiatonharongwen

This week’s Wampum Chronicles continues with, “ The Missions of Atiatonharongwen” by historian and author, Darren Bonaparte.

Mysteries of the Bowie Knife by Ann Schuyler

I sat by the window on the night of September 29th watching the last of four Super Full Moons when random memories ran through my mind.

Fenimore Art Museum Announces Acquisition of Eight Major Artworks for Its American Art Collection

The Fenimore Art Museum has acquired eight major works of art generously funded by the Eugene V. and Clare E. Thaw Charitable Trust.

Haudenosaunee Thanksgiving Address

This expression of gratitude is recited by the Haudenosaunee at community gatherings throughout the year.

Colonel Louis at Oriskany and Valley Forge

This week’s Wampum Chronicles continues with, “ Colonel Louis at Oriskany and Valley Forge” by historian and author, Darren Bonaparte.

Louis Cook: A “Colonel” of Truth?

This week’s Wampum Chronicles continues with, “Louis Cook: A “Colonel” of Truth?” by historian and author, Darren Bonaparte.

Louis Cook: A French and Indian Warrior

This week’s Wampum Chronicles continues with, “ Louis Cook: A French and Indian Warrior” by Darren Bonaparte.

Was Akwesasne’s “Burnt Church” a Sacrifice to Peace?

This week’s Wampum Chronicles continues with, “Was Akwesasne’s “Burnt Church: a Sacrifice to Peace?” by Darren Bonaparte.

From the LFHS Cooney Archives: Italian immigrants find their way to Little Falls

This Day In History …” On November 1, 1891, forty-eight Italians arrived in Little Falls from Buffalo, NY to work on the Little Falls – Dolgeville Railroad.