Automobiles were still a relative novelty in Little Falls in 1909 when the Smith brothers, proprietors of the Richmond Hotel (later called Hotel Snyder) concocted the idea of a “Sociability” automobile run from the city to Cooperstown and back.
Nostalgia becomes a personal emotional experience. In times of stress, nostalgia can provide a retreat, a respite, a way to feel less alone.
When basketball was new, Little Falls (along with Herkimer) was one of its pioneering communities and had some of its better teams.
Little Falls Public Library head librarian Julia Yardley pictured on the front portico of the Old Bank Building Museum during the October 5th Cheese Festival.
Jonathan Burrell and his family were influential in making Little Falls the cheese capital of the United States and beyond.
DID YOU KNOW…Xerxes Willard wrote articles on the activities of the cheese industry at Little Falls, for the Utica Morning Herald & Daily Gazette, which were read by cheese producers, buying agents and merchants, eventually leading to Little Falls becoming the hub for the Cheese Market?
The Herkimer County Historical Society has plenty of fun and informative events this month!
Friday September 27 was a most interesting and history-making day at the Little Falls Historical Society’s Old Bank Building Museum.
Over five years in the planning and execution stage, the Little Falls Historic Entry is now a physical reality.
Ann authored four articles for the Historical Society writing series, each reflecting upon life experiences, memories, and family lore.
Earl Roberts - First Car Manufactured At Little Falls
Boy's Basketball Team 1901. Photo courtesy of the Little Falls Historical Society