Step back into the turbulent summer of 1777, when British forces advanced on Albany from three directions and Loyalist uprisings threatened to aid their cause. Discover how Patriot forces in Old Albany County responded, sparking a local civil war, disrupting Loyalist efforts, and achieving a remarkable first for the United States Army. Presented by Mark […]
Join us for local historian Jeff O'Connor's presentation “Schoharie County: Bread Basket of the American Revolution?” as he takes a fresh look at one of the region’s most enduring claims. Long celebrated as the “Breadbasket of the Revolution,” the Schoharie Valley’s reputation is put to the test through firsthand accounts, wartime records, and the dramatic […]
Join us for an Author’s Talk with Stephanie Ruquet! “Fallen Heroes” is the culmination of years of meticulous research by Stephanie Ruquet a trustee of the Schoharie County Historical Society and officer of the Jefferson Historical Society. In this remarkable book, she documents and tells the stories of the 51 Civil War soldiers from Jefferson, […]
Join us for Decoration Day, as we honor our Civil War veterans. This Decoration Day, Saturday, May 30, we invite you to help honor the courage and sacrifice of our Civil War veterans by decorating their graves. Together, we will place flowers on each headstone of the Civil War veterans buried in the Old Stone […]
Join us for a hands-on Historic Marker Training Day with a presentation by Bill Bellinger! Bill will walk participants through the process of cleaning up and repainting historic markers throughout Schoharie County. This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in preserving local history and helping maintain these important landmarks. No prior experience is required, […]