Fulton County Historical Society’s Cabin Fever Virtual Conversation Series wraps up with final two programs

Grab some hot cocoa and your favorite blanket and explore Mohawk Valley history without even leaving your house! Back by popular demand, our Cabin Fever Virtual Conversation series explores broad-reaching local history and brings in historians and scholars from across the state to share their expertise. Escape the winter doldrums from the comfort of your own sofa and discover something new!

Tuesday, March 3rd at 7pm with Samantha Saladino

On Tuesday, March 3rd at 7pm, join us for “Freedom & whisky gang thegither:” Whisky & Revolution in the Mohawk Valley with Samantha Saladino. Whisky is deeply intertwined with Scotland’s identity, culture, and economy. When Scottish emigrants landed in the colonies, they brought the skill and knowledge of distilling with them. Whisky was an important currency. In the years leading up to the Revolution, taverns and public houses became epicenters of political discussion, meeting places for patriots and Loyalists alike. As Scottish poet Robert Burns wrote: “Freedom & whisky gang thegither.”

Tuesday, March 10th at 7pm with Loretta Tucker

On Tuesday, March 10th at 7pm, Loretta Tucker of Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site will present “Four Kings and a Queen.” In 1710, four Mohawk and Mohican dignitaries travelled to London to meet with Queen Anne, a meeting that would eventually lead to the establishment of Fort Hunter. This program explores English-Native American alliances in early 18th century New York, and the motives behind their mutual cooperation.

These FREE programs will be held via Zoom and pre-registration is required. Please sign up at https://fultoncountyhistoricalsociety.org/events/.

Fulton County Historical Society programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.