A “Jake Ice” for the American Side of Akwesasne
Wampum Chronicles, “ A “Jake Ice” for the American Side of Akwesasne,” by historian and author, Darren Bonaparte.
This day in history: December 7
Each year on Dec. 7, Pearl Harbor Survivors, veterans, and visitors from all over the world come together to honor and remember the 2,403 service members and civilians who were killed during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941.
This day in history: December 5
On December 5, 1933, the 21st Amendment (Amendment XXI) to the United States Constitution is ratified repealing the 18th Amendment.
View of bare trees in an unidentified city in winter. NYS Digital Archives.This day in history: December 4
On December 5, 1888, the Utica Daily Press reported on the Central Counties and Little Falls News from December 4th.
Remembering the Old Manheim Neighborhood
Much of today’s third ward of the City of Little Falls was once widely referred to as “the Manheim neighborhood.”
This day in history: December 1
On this day, December 1, 1955, Rosa Parks was arrested for disobeying an Alabama law requiring black passengers to relinquish seats to white passengers when the bus was full.
This day in history: November 30
Today is the last day of Native American Heritage Month. Today, we express deep gratitude and respect for the Kanatsiohareke Mohawk Community and the Oneida Nation of the Mohawk Valley.
This day in history: November 29
On November 29, 1832, author and suffragist, Louisa May Alcott was born in Germantown, Pennsylvania.
This day in history: November 28
On November 28, 1843, at the Court of London, the British and French governments formally recognized Hawaiian independence.
Photo by Sarah RogersHaudenosaunee Thanksgiving Address
This expression of gratitude is recited by the Haudenosaunee at community gatherings throughout the year.