2025 History Events in Schoharie County
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Saturday 2/22, 2pm @ Badgley Museum Annex: Jon Jasewicz as General Philip Schuyler. Hosted by Schoharie County Historical Society.
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Saturday 3/1, 12pm-3pm @ Gallupville House: Chili Cook-Off. Hosted by Gallupville House.
Saturday 3/8, 10am @ Conesville United Methodist Church: Spinning Demonstration and Hands On Fun. Hosted by Conesville Historical Society.
Saturday 3/8, 2pm @ Badgley Museum Annex: Skohere and the Birth of New York’s Western Frontier 1609-1731 Volume III by Jeff O’Connor. Hosted by Schoharie County Historical Society.
Saturday 3/29, 2pm @ Badgley Museum Annex: The Erie Canal at 200 by Schoharie Crossing’s David Brooks. Hosted by Schoharie County Historical Society.
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Saturday 4/5, 2pm @ Badgley Museum Annex: The Underground Railroad in Schoharie County by Ken Jones. Hosted by Schoharie County Historical Society.
Saturday 4/12, 10am @ Conesville Fire Department: Barn Quilt Painting Workshop. Hosted by Conesville Historical Society.
Saturday 4/26 @ Cobleskill Fairgrounds: Schoharie County Historical Society will be set up at the Maple Fest.
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Saturday 5/3, 10am @ Middleburgh HS: Turning Point 1777 Middleburgh walking tour. Adults $10, Students (9-17 yrs) $5, Under 9 free.
Friday 5/9, 5pm-7pm @ West Fulton Schoolhouse: Fulton Historical Society gathering. All are welcome!
Saturday 5/10, 10am @ Spring St. Municipal Parking Lot: Turning Point 1777 Fountaintown walking tour. Adults $10, Students (9-17 yrs) $5, Under 9 free.
Saturday 5/10, 11am @ Conesville Methodist Church: Story and a song with Story Laurie. Let’s celebrate our mother earth and mothers everywhere!
Saturday 5/17, 10am-4:30pm @ Iroquois Museum: Raised/embossed beading with Wilma Cook workshop. Join Mohawk artist Wilma Cook Zumpano for a hands-on workshop exploring the art of raised beadwork, a technique practiced by Mohawk and Tuscarora artisans since the 1800s and popularized during the Victorian era. Participants will learn the basics of the technique and create designs such as flowers, leaves, or strawberries. Easy edge beading will also be taught. Open to all skill levels, teens and adults. Participants are encouraged to bring a bag, hat, or jacket to embellish. All other materials will be provided. Cost: $105 members / $115 non-members. Pre-registration is required by emailing heather@iroquoismuseum.org.
Saturday 5/17, 11am-12pm @ Lasell Hall: Lest We Forget, remembering WWII fallen from Schoharie County. Sue deBruijn, a volunteer for “Stories Behind the Stars,” is researching and writing the stories of 68 men and 1 woman from Schoharie County who gave their lives in the service of our country during WWII. Many names you may be familiar with- Roney, Coons, Roberts, just to name a few. Sue will share some of their stories and describe the project and research involved. Sue has had the opportunity to meet descendants of these brave men and woman, and will share the many ways families and friends are continuing to honor their memory. Hosted by Schoharie Chapter, NYSDAR and Old Stone Fort Chapter, NYSSCAR.
Saturday 5/17, 7pm @ Cobleskill parking lot on corner of Main & Union Streets: Turning Point 1777 Village of Cobleskill walking tour. Adults $10, Students (9-17 yrs) $5, Under 9 free.
Sunday 5/18: The Civil War program by Pete Lindemann. Hosted by Jefferson Historical Society.
Monday 5/19, 6pm @ Conesville UM Chapel Church: This Was Almost Our Local Railroad presentation by John Duda. A Powerpoint presentation, featuring over 50 images, looking at the short (1905-1942) but eventful life of the Delaware & Eastern Railroad (later the Delaware & Northern) which ran between Arkville and East Branch, with a branch line to Andes. It had grander unrealized ambitions of running from the coalfields in PA all the way to Schenectady, and would have come through Prattsville and Gilboa. So this was almost our local railroad. A look also at some unusual happenings along the line. In addition to the Powerpoint, there will be many post cards, photos, and other ephemera available for viewing.
Saturday 5/24, 11am & 2pm @ Iroquois Museum: The Haudenosaunee Singers and Dancers. Experience the energy and tradition of Haudenosaunee social dances performed by the Haudenosaunee Singers and Dancers from Onondaga. Led by Sherri Waterman-Hopper—an internationally recognized artist and cultural speaker—the group features a core of seasoned singers, musicians, and talented young adults. Hopper, a respected designer and seamstress, also shares insights into the construction and cultural significance of traditional outfits. Included in Museum admission.
Sunday 5/25, 10am @ Creek Trail parking lot in Warnerville: Turning Point 1777 Cobleskill Battlefield walking tour. Adults $10, Students (9-17 yrs) $5, Under 9 free.
Friday 5/30, 6pm @ the Old Stone Fort: Decoration Day. Hosted by Schoharie County Historical Society.
Saturday 5/31 @ Lasell Hall: Patriot Walkway Ribbon Cutting. Hosted by the Schoharie Chapter, NSDAR.
Saturday 5/31, 7pm @ Veteran’s Park 2629 Rte. 30 Fultonham: Veterans Memorial Ceremony. Hosted by Town of Fulton Historical Society.
Saturday 5/31-Sunday 6/1 @ the Old Stone Fort: “Loyalty Prevailed Over Every Other Consideration” Living History Event. Hosted by Schoharie County Historical Society.
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Sunday 6/1, 10am-4pm @ Lansing Manor: Teddy Bear Clinic. Bring your Teddy Bear and have a picnic, make a craft, get your face painted or jump on a bounce house!
Friday 6/6, 7pm @ Maple Museum: Sue’s Garage Concert. Hosted by Jefferson Historical Society.
Saturday 6/7, 10am @ Covered Bridge Ln parking lot off Rte 443 in Schoharie: Turning Point 1777 Foxestown walking tour. Adults $10, Students (9-17 yrs) $5, Under 9 free.
Friday 6/13, 3:30pm @ Parrott House Parking Lot: Schoharie County Historical Society Chicken BBQ Fundraiser.
Saturday 6/14, 7:30pm @ Cobleskill parking lot on corner of Main & Union Streets: Turning Point 1777 Village of Cobleskill walking tour. Adults $10, Students (9-17 yrs) $5, Under 9 free.
Sat. 6/14 & Sun. 6/15, 10am-5pm @ Lansing Manor: Pathways Through History.
Friday 6/20, 10am-12:30pm & 1pm-3:30pm @ Iroquois Museum: Summer Solstice Celebration. Please join Joey Crawford, A Quantum Reiki Healer and Spiritual Life Coach as she shares her personal awakening experience and journey connected with Divine Energies. You will also receive tools and guidance to help harness the L.O.V.E. (Love of Vibration and Energy) frequency connected to your journey. This experience is free with admission to the museum.
Friday 6/20, 5pm @ Iroquois Museum: Summer Solstice yoga. Celebrate the start of summer with a beginning yoga class at the Iroquois Museum with a lifelong educator. Colleen Sheehan brings humor and experience to the yoga classroom. Flow through yoga sequences and deep breath work plus a short meditation for maximum stress relief and relaxation. Achieve tranquility of the mind and spirit while also building strength. All fitness levels are welcome; no prior yoga experience is required. Please bring a mat and water. $15.00 for Museum Members/Non-Members. All donations support the Museum’s education programs.
Saturday 6/21, 10am @ Middleburgh HS: Turning Point 1777 Middleburgh walking tour. Adults $10, Students (9-17 yrs) $5, Under 9 free.
Saturday 6/28, 10am @ Creek Trail parking lot in Warnerville: Turning Point 1777 Cobleskill Battlefield walking tour. Adults $10, Students (9-17 yrs) $5, Under 9 free.
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Friday 7/4, 10am-4pm @ the Old Stone Fort: Declaring Independence at the Old Stone Fort. Hosted by Turning Point 1777 and SCHS.
Saturday 7/5, 10am @ Covered Bridge Ln parking lot off Rte 443 in Schoharie: Turning Point 1777 Foxestown walking tour. Adults $10, Students (9-17 yrs) $5, Under 9 free.
Saturday 7/5, 11am & 2pm @ Iroquois Museum: Niagara River Dancers. Hailing from Tuscarora Nation Territory, the Niagara River Iroquois Dancers were founded in 1982 by Orville and Nina Greene, who learned from elders Huron Miller and Ron LaFrance. Today, their children, Randy and Keeya, lead the group, honoring their parents’ teachings through precise craftsmanship, cultural pride, and a commitment to dance as a form of exchange and storytelling. Included in Museum admission.
Saturday 7/12, 10am-4pm @ Iroquois Museum: Basket making with Ronnie Leigh Goeman. Ronnie Leigh Goeman, an award-winning artist from the Onondaga Nation, blends tradition with individuality in her basketry. Known for her collaborations with Antler Carver Stonehorse Lone, her work features distinctive moose hair and quill embellishments. Throughout the day, she will demonstrate key aspects of her process and be available to answer questions. Included in Museum admission.
Saturday 7/12, 2pm @ Badgley Museum Annex: The Dutch Barn Revealed, Timber Frame Design and Architectural Heritage presented by Nick Russell. Hosted by SCHS.
Sunday 7/13, 9am-4pm @ Lansing Manor: Antique Auto Show. Enjoy food trucks, craft vendors and more!
Sunday 7/13, 7pm: Rubber Band, Heritage Day on the Green. Hosted by Jefferson Historical Society.
Fri. 7/18-Sun. 7/20 @ Maple Museum: Yard Sale. Hosted by Jefferson Historical Society.
Saturday 7/19, 10am @ Middleburgh HS: Turning Point 1777 Middleburgh walking tour. Adults $10, Students (9-17 yrs) $5, Under 9 free.
Saturday 7/19, 10am-4pm @ Iroquois Museum: Lacrosse stick making with Preston Jacobs. Mohawk craftsman Preston Jacobs, from Kahnawake, a Mohawk reserve near Montreal, has been a traditional woodworker for over two decades. While he creates a variety of handcrafted items, including cradleboards and baskets, this demonstration will focus on the art of lacrosse stick making. Throughout the day, he will showcase his process and be available to answer questions. Included in Museum admission.
Sunday 7/20, 10m-4:30pm @ Iroquois Museum: Miniature cradleboard making with Preston Jacobs. Join Mohawk craftsman Preston Jacobs for a hands-on workshop exploring the art of cradleboard making. With over two decades of experience and a background as an instructor at the Kahnawake Survival School, Preston brings both expertise and enthusiasm to his teaching. Participants will create a 12” x 4.5” miniature cradleboard (approximately 4/10 of actual size). The workshop is tailored to different skill levels: beginners will assemble pre-cut pieces, paint, and carve, while more experienced participants will tackle advanced techniques like steam bending, tapering, shaping, and drilling before carving and painting their boards. Cost: $145 members / $155 non-members (materials included). Pre-registration is required by emailing heather@iroquoismuseum.org.
Mon. 7/21-Fri. 7/25, 8am-4pm @ Blenheim-Gilboa Visitors Center: STEM Camp – Intro to Robotics. Pre-registration required.
Fri. 7/25-Sun. 7/27 @ Maple Museum: Yard Sale. Hosted by Jefferson Historical Society.
Saturday 7/26, 7pm @ Cobleskill parking lot on corner of Main & Union Streets: Turning Point 1777 Village of Cobleskill walking tour. Adults $10, Students (9-17 yrs) $5, Under 9 free.
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Friday 8/1, 5pm-9pm @ Iroquois Museum: Roots, Rhythm, and Ale, the Iroquois Museum’s lively annual fundraiser featuring headliner zydeco group The Rubber Band, dancing, an artisan market, delicious food and beer for purchase, and a silent auction. Admission: $20 includes Museum admission, a commemorative cup, and a beer ticket; $10 includes Museum admission and concert only. All proceeds benefit the Museum’s education programs.
Saturday 8/2, 10am @ Creek Trail parking lot in Warnerville: Turning Point 1777 Cobleskill Battlefield walking tour. Adults $10, Students (9-17 yrs) $5, Under 9 free.
Saturday 8/2, 10am-12pm or 1pm-3pm @ Iroquois Museum: Mixed media with Kit Thomas. Join Akwesasne Mohawk artist Kit Thomas for a fun, no-pressure art-making experience! Explore mixed media by combining paint, collage, and found objects to create dynamic, layered pieces. Open to all skill levels—no experience needed, just creativity. Cost: $10 per person. Pre-registration is required by emailing heather@iroquoismuseum.org.
Saturday 8/9, 10am @ Spring St. Municipal Parking Lot: Turning Point 1777 Fountaintown walking tour. Adults $10, Students (9-17 yrs) $5, Under 9 free.
Wednesday 8/13, 7pm @ Maple Museum: Dave Ruch Concert. Hosted by Jefferson Historical Society.
Saturday 8/16, 10am @ Middleburgh HS: Turning Point 1777 Palatines, Mohawks, Weiser walking tour. Free.
Saturday 8/16, 10am-4pm @ Iroquois Museum: Basket making with Carrie Hill. Carrie Hill, a full-time basket maker from Akwesasne Mohawk Territory, carries on the generations-old tradition of crafting Black Ash splint and sweetgrass baskets while developing her distinctive style. Her work has earned regional awards and national and international recognition. Throughout the day, Carrie will demonstrate key steps in the basket-making process and share insights into this enduring Haudenosaunee art form. Included in Museum admission.
Sunday 8/17, 10am-2:30pm @ Iroquois Museum: Basket making with Carrie Hill. Join accomplished Mohawk artisan Carrie Hill for a hands-on workshop in traditional Black Ash splint basketry. Participants will learn about the Akwesasne connection to basket making, the process of preparing splints, and techniques such as simple weaves and curls. Under Carrie’s guidance, attendees will construct a square basket using hand-pounded natural and dyed splints provided by the artist. Cost: $140 members/$150 non-members (includes materials). Pre-registration is required by emailing heather@iroquoismuseum.org.
Monday 8/18, 8am-4pm @ Blenheim-Gilboa Visitors Center: STEM Camp- SeaPerch. Pre-registration required.
Saturday 8/23, 11am-3pm @ Lansing Manor: Touch-A-Truck Safety Fair. NYPA vehicles, local Fire and Police department vehicles and more will be on display!
Saturday 8/23, 6:30pm @ Cobleskill parking lot on corner of Main & Union Streets: Turning Point 1777 Village of Cobleskill walking tour. Adults $10, Students (9-17 yrs) $5, Under 9 free.
Sat. 8/30 & Sun. 8/31, 10am-5pm @ Iroquois Museum: 42nd Annual Iroquois Arts Festival. Celebrate Haudenosaunee creativity at this vibrant event featuring an all-Iroquois Art Market showcasing both traditional and contemporary arts and fine crafts. Cost: $8 members/$10 non-members/$5 children ages 5-17/free children under 5.
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Saturday 9/6, 10am @ Creek Trail parking lot in Warnerville: Turning Point 1777 Cobleskill Battlefield walking tour. Adults $10, Students (9-17 yrs) $5, Under 9 free.
Saturday 9/13, 10am @ Covered Bridge Ln parking lot off Rte 443 in Schoharie: Turning Point 1777 Foxestown walking tour. Adults $10, Students (9-17 yrs) $5, Under 9 free.
Friday 9/19, 7pm: Those Darn Cats Concert. Hosted by Jefferson Historical Society.
Saturday 9/20, 3pm @ Middleburgh HS: Turning Point 1777 Middleburgh walking tour. Adults $10, Students (9-17 yrs) $5, Under 9 free.
Saturday 9/27, 3pm @ Spring St. Municipal Parking Lot: Turning Point 1777 Fountaintown walking tour. Adults $10, Students (9-17 yrs) $5, Under 9 free.
Saturday 9/27, 10am-4pm @ Lansing Manor: Wildlife Festival.
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Saturday 10/4, 10am-4pm @ the Old Stone Fort: 3rd Annual Schoharie County Fall Festival. Hosted by the Schoharie County Historical Society.
Sat. 10/4 – Sun. 10/5 @ Judd Hall: The Spirit of Jefferson Art Show. Hosted by Jefferson Historical Society.
Saturday 10/11, 10am-4pm @ Iroquois Museum: Moose hair tufting and beadwork with Samantha Jacobs. Seneca artist Samantha Jacobs, from the Cattaraugus Reservation in western NY, is a skilled practitioner of traditional Haudenosaunee arts, with her work exhibited at prestigious venues nationwide. Recently, she added the rare and intricate craft of moose hair tufting and embroidery to her repertoire—a nearly forgotten art form. Join Samantha as she demonstrates this delicate and visually striking technique, sharing insights into its history and process. Included in Museum admission.
Saturday 10/11, 2pm @ the Old Stone Fort: Trunk or Treat. Hosted by Schoharie County Historical Society.
Saturday 10/11, 3pm @ Creek Trail parking lot in Warnerville: Turning Point 1777 Cobleskill Battlefield walking tour. Adults $10, Students (9-17 yrs) $5, Under 9 free.
Sunday 10/12, 10am-4:30pm @ Iroquois Museum: Moose hair tufting with Samantha Jacobs. Join Seneca artist Samantha Jacobs for a hands-on workshop exploring the rare art of moose hair tufting. Participants will learn the basics of this intricate technique while creating a unique, wearable pendant using a provided design template and all necessary supplies. A booklet with tufting examples will also be included for reference. The pendant will take approximately five hours to complete. This workshop is open to all skill levels but is not recommended for individuals with arthritis, dexterity issues, or fur allergies. Cost: $130 members/$140 non-members (materials included). Pre-registration is required by emailing heather@iroquoismuseum.org.
Saturday 10/18, 10am-4pm @ Iroquois Museum: Early technology day. Early Technology Day invites visitors to explore ancient skills and survival techniques through interactive demonstrations. Experience flint knapping (the art of making chipped stone tools), fire making, cordage making, atlatl spear throwing, and early archery. The Museum’s archaeology department will showcase projectile points, tools, and local archaeological finds, offering insights into early technologies. If you have a potential artifact, bring it along—Museum experts will be available to help identify it. Included in Museum admission.
Saturday 10/18, 3pm @ Covered Bridge Ln parking lot off Rte 443 in Schoharie: Turning Point 1777 Foxestown walking tour. Adults $10, Students (9-17 yrs) $5, Under 9 free.
Saturday 10/25, 2pm @ Iroquois Museum: Scary stories with Mandy Tarbell. Join Mohawk storyteller Mandy Tarbell for an afternoon of spine-tingling tales perfect for the Halloween season. These traditional stories will keep you on the edge of your seat, with Mandy skillfully tailoring each tale to suit the age of her audience. Included in Museum admission.
Saturday 10/25, 7pm @ Lily Park in Schoharie: Turning Point 1777 Ghost Watch I.
Thursday 10/30, 7pm @ Lily Park in Schoharie: Turning Point 1777 Ghost Watch II.
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