Mohawk Valley History Writing Series

The electric trolley started in Little Falls in 1903 with great fanfare, a convenient and, for awhile at least, popular way to travel between Little Falls and points west and south.

Earl Roberts - First Car Manufactured At Little Falls

Cars still a relative novelty at time of ‘Sociability’ run

in Writing Series/by Mat Rapacz

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.

Mohawk Valley Erie Canal Symposium Slated to be Held at the Arkell Museum

in Press releases/by MVM

Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site will join other local organizations for an Erie Canal mini-symposium on November 9, 2024, at the Arkell Museum in Canajoharie, New York.

The Oswegatchie Migration, and more

in Writing Series/by MVM

This week, in The Wampum Chronicles, Darren Bonaparte continues with The Oswegatchie Migration, The Seven Nations of Canada, and Fire Destroys the Church.

Nostalgia By Louis Baum

in Writing Series/by MVM

Nostalgia becomes a personal emotional experience. In times of stress, nostalgia can provide a retreat, a respite, a way to feel less alone.

Fenimore Farm Harvest Festival. Photos courtesy of the Fenimore Farm

The Farmers’ Museum Announces New Name

in Press releases/by MVM

After more than 80 years, one of the nation’s first open-air living history museums has unveiled a new name and new visual identity.

Things That Go Bump in the Night Ghost Tours at The Farmers’ Museum

in Press releases/by MVM

During the most haunting time of the year, dare to experience Things That Go Bump in the Night Ghost Tours at The Farmers’ Museum in Cooperstown on Friday and Saturday evenings