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.
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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.
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.
Historic New York: Site of the Battle of Oriskany, August 6, 1777. Photo by Mohawk Valley Today.A Local, Contemporary Look at the American Revolution
April 19, 2025 marks the 250th anniversary of the start of the American Revolution.
Photo by Sarah RogersPatriots Day Event Saturday, May 24 at the Herkimer Home
The Herkimer Home State Historic Site & Little Falls Historical Society will co-host a Patriots Day event at Herkimer Home at 1:00 PM, May 24.
On MAY 9, 1892 in the “The Jewelers Weekly”
On MAY 9, 1892, “The Jewelers Weekly” mentioned J. H. H. Vosburgh’s remarkable collection of quartz crystals.