A curious costume, Champery. The women of this district have for a long time worn a dress which combines elegance with the freedom of movement necessary in their calling The scarlet kerchief, with its ends hanging over the shoulders, makes a very striking head-dress. Public domain. Wikipedia.Women in Trousers as reported in Johnstown, December 10, 1904
The Johnstown Daily Republican reports on Women in Trousers on December 10, 1904.
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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.
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.
“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.
Fulton County Historical Society’s Bowling for History Fundraiser
Grab some friends and head on over to Arterial Lanes on Saturday, November 8th from 12-3pm for Bowling for History!
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.
DeWitt Clinton Train and Engine No. 999, Albany (July 1911) Source: New York State Archives, New York (State). Department of Education. Division of Visual Instruction. Instructional lantern slides, ca. 1856-1939. Series A3045-78, Test Slides, No. 13858.This day in Mohawk Valley History: October 13, 1900
The October 13, 1900 Gloversville Daily Leader reports on the Local Record. The Big Locomotive: Engine 999.
Mayfield Historical Society Announces October and December Events
The Mayfield Historical Society has two events coming up with a presentation in October and an Open House in December.
Bowling for History with the Fulton County Historical Society
Join the Fulton County Historical Society for a fun afternoon of bowling and support the museum!
This day in Mohawk Valley History: September 26, 1899
The September 26, 1899 Johnstown Daily Republican reports on a Street Fair where Fort Plain Merchants Emulate a Western Custom.