Herkimer County Historical Society Hosts Talk on the Redco Food Strike
Historian James Cheney to Explore Labor Unrest, Lessons Learned, and Echoes of the Past
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The Victor Knitting Mills, courtesy of the Little Falls Historical Society.VICTOR ADAMS, A MAN OF PAPER, AND THE EARLY HISTORY OF THE NORTH WOODS
The life story of Victor Adams, a third-generation papermaker, is presented in three sections throughout this narrative, with each encompassing a distinct aspect of Adams’ life.
Brynn on podiumBrynn Shepardson Added to Museum NYS Championship Athletic Honon Roll
There is a multi-faceted history of Little Falls athletics exhibit at the Little Falls Historical Society’s Old Bank Building Museum. Part of this exhibit honors New York State high school champions from Little Falls.
Two Events Highlight Dedication of Little Falls Historic Entry
The Little Falls Historic Entry has become a physical reality. Two recent events served to highlight this community milestone.
Escape from Slavery and Life in Little Falls
Addison and Lucinda Phillips, a Black family, lived most of their adult lives here beginning in mid-1863, raised their nine children here, and are buried locally.
Researching Your Family History
Sometimes, it hits you that you’re not just one person. Other people define you, and you define them. We’re all in a network of history.
Long view of Agent Orange Commemorative Monument with other veterans' monuments.Agent Orange Monument Dedication Ceremony
June 14th Flag Day brought a special event to Ward Square with the Agent Orange Commemorative Monument Dedication Ceremony.
This day in Mohawk Valley History: June 18, 1812
At the start of the War of 1812, the United States had fewer than 12,000 soldiers, of which nearly half were new recruits.
Small Town Collaboration Inspired by NYC-based Labor Group
Thursday June 5th brought a remarkable program to Little Falls Public Library with Steven Davis of the New York Labor History Association.
Raid Along the Mohawk Living History Event
Herkimer Home State Historic Site will continue the 2025 season on June 7th and 8th with a “Raid Along the Mohawk” living history event.