Mohawk Valley History Writing Series

Here at Mohawk Valley Museums, we often get inquiries about heritage tourism, local communities, museums, and landmarks.

The Little Falls Post Office

in This Day in History, Writing Series/by MVM

John Porteous was appointed postmaster at the little falls, and the post office was located in his store. The early mail was delivered once a week punctually by Adam Feeter.”
March 30, 1797, Cooney Archives

Photo courtesy of the Fenimore Art Museum.

2025 Food For Thought Lunch and Lecture Series at the Fenimore Art Museum

in Press releases/by MVM

This program provide an excellent opportunity to explore the season’s new exhibitions and share a delicious lunch with like-minded people.

Defending Fort Stanwix by William L. Kidder

A conversation with William L. Kidder about Defending Fort Stanwix

in Press releases, Writing Series/by MVM

The last of our 3-part series talking with William L. Kidder, author of Defending Fort Stanwix: A Story of the New York Frontier in the American Revolution.

Fenimore Art Museum Reopens April 1 with New Exhibitions!

in Press releases/by MVM

Opening for the season on April 1, Fenimore Art Museum in Cooperstown, New York, presents eleven exhibitions in 2025.

Mayfield Historical Society Presents “Fashion in the Age of the Suffragists”

in Press releases/by MVM

On April 21st, the Mayfield Historical Society will host Fulton County Historian Samantha Hall-Saladino and Johnstown Historical Society Board President and vintage fashion enthusiast and boutique owner Jessica Henry McClements as they present “Fashion in the Age of the Suffragists.”