Herkimer County Historical Society Announces January Programs

The Herkimer County Historical Society invites the public to take part in two engaging programs this month.

This day in history: January 15

Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., twentieth-century America’s most compelling and effective civil rights leader, was born on January 15, 1929, in Atlanta, Georgia.

This day in Mohawk Valley history: January 14

Local Record, Locals In Brief, column from the January 14, 1897, Fulton County Republican, Johnstown, Fulton County, New York.

This day in Mohawk Valley history: January 13

Built at a cost of over $100,000, the fully equipped building is dedicated for the benefit of men and women of Little Falls irrespective of creed.

The Healing Powers of the Seventh Son of a Seventh Son

The Wampum Chronicles: “The Healing Powers of the Seventh Son of a Seventh Son“ by cultural historian and author, Darren Bonaparte.

This day in Mohawk Valley history: January 9

This day in Mohawk Valley History from Days of Old recalled by Items Clipped from The Star Files, The Oneonta Star, January 9. 1924.

Featured Mohawk Valley Artist: Angela DeCarlis

Angela DeCarlis is a Mohawk Valley artist whose public work includes murals in Utica, Old Forge, and Little Falls.

Dual Gallery Openings in Gloversville

Evening of the arts in Downtown Gloversville features opening exhibitions.

Mohawks Know the Dark Side of Bridges

The Wampum Chronicles: Mohawks Know the Dark Side of Bridges by historian and author, Darren Bonaparte.

First Day Hike at Schoharie Crossing

Unplug and Play at 3rd Annual First Day Hike hosted by Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site