Join independent historian, Terry McMaster, as he shares the story of how local leaders in the Mohawk Valley didn’t just protest—they organized–against the British crown.
Spring is just around the corner, and Oneida County History Center is blooming with new programs!
Oneida County History Center will present a special program titled “New Forest Cemetery,” featuring researcher Sara Mohr on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.
Join Arborist Michael Mahanna for “The Journey of a Canopy,” an engaging presentation that explores the evolution of Utica’s urban forest from the 1800s to the present.
The Oneida County History Center invites the public to a captivating historical investigation on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.
“Utica on Film: Landmark Moments” offers a chance to view rare films and videos that capture iconic moments from Utica’s past.
Join the Utica/Oneida County Branch NAACP to celebrate Black History Month with its annual program hosted by the History Center.
The Oneida County History Center will host “Caring for Your Collectibles,” a workshop designed to teach community members how to properly preserve family heirlooms.
The 20th annual Oneida County History Center Telethon presented by Bank of Utica raised $46,972 to preserve and share the rich history of Oneida County.
Behind the Scenes of the Revolution in the Mohawk Valley: Tryon County’s Committee of Safety
Wildlife in New Forest Cemetery, photo by Alecia Pendasulo
Tree-lined Genesee Street c. 1900. Photo courtesy of the Oneida County History Center.
The Curious Case of Moody Peabody and The Great Fire of Utica. Photo Courtesy of the Oneida County History Center.
Utica’s “Busy Corner” at Genesee and Bleeker Streets in the late 1940s. Photo courtesy of the Oneida County History Center.
2025 Telethon Results and Phone Bank (photos by Mark DiOrio, Momentworks Photography)