This day in history: November 10
On November 10, 1951, the first direct dial phone call was made from NJ to CA using a newly developed area code system.
This day in history: November 9
On November 9, 1731, Mathematician and astronomer Benjamin Banneker was born in Ellicott’s Mills, Maryland. Largely self-taught, Banneker was one of the first African Americans to gain distinction in science.
This day in history: November 8
On November 8, 1837, Mary Lyon founds Mount Holyoke Female Seminary, which later becomes Mount Holyoke College. In keeping with her social vision, she limited the tuition to $60/year, about one-third the tuition that Grant charged at Ipswich Female Seminary, which was central to her mission of “appeal[ing] to the intelligence of all classes.”
This day in history: November 7
On November 7, 1837, Elijah Parish Lovejoy was killed by a pro-slavery mob while defending the site of his anti-slavery newspaper the St Louis Observer. His death both deeply affected many individuals who opposed slavery and greatly strengthened the cause of abolition.
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.
Hancock House and Moses CircleFenimore Art Museum Transfers Hancock House and the Horace A. Moses Endowment to The Lower Adirondack Regional Center for History
Fenimore Art Museum is pleased to share that on July 11, 2025, the ownership of the Hancock House in Ticonderoga, New York was transferred to The Lower Adirondack Regional Center for History (LARCH), formerly known as the Ticonderoga Historical Society (THS).
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Justin Como. Sublimation [Pen and marker]Featured Mohawk Valley Artist: Justin Como
Justin‘s practice makes use of installation, ceramic sculpture, and drawing. He has exhibited artwork in New York, California, Ohio, Mississippi, and Australia.
“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.
Unity Hall Announces Cancellation of Galumpha Performance on Saturday, November 15
Unity Hall is sad to announce that due to an injury sustained by a key member of the dance troupe Galumpha, the Saturday, November 15th 7pm performance has been canceled.
This day in history: November 3
On this day, November 3, 1783 the United States Continental Army is officially disbanded at New Windsor, New York.