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Schuyler County Historical Society, NY

Name: Schuyler County Historical Society, NY
Address: 108 N Catharine Street, PO Box 651, Montour Falls, NY, 14865, US
Telephone: +16075359741
Price range: Not applicable

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The Schuyler County Historical Society is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt educational organization, supported by donations, memberships and grants.

The Schuyler County Historical Society's mission is to preserve and share the materials of the rich history of our county, located in the beautiful Finger Lakes Region of New York State. We have three museums in Montour Falls, NY - the Brick Tavern Museum, the Wickham Rural Life Center and the Lee School Museum - and all are free to visit. Our Research Library is used by researchers from across th

e nation to learn more about the people, places and events in Schuyler County's history. Under current health and safety guidelines, all visitors are required to wear masks. Groups are limited to six, and the total number of visitors is limited to 10. All visitors, volunteers and staff are required to sign in. Use of the Research Library is by appointment only. Please contact us with any questions at (607) 535-9741 or [email protected].

08/28/2026

Talkin' History "Historic Markers & the Sullivan Campaign"
**** August 29, 2026**** ****1:00 PM****

Join Dr. Gary Emerson for a presentation on Saturday, August 29, about the historic markers and the memory of the Sullivan Campaign of 1779. This Talkin' History presentation explores the markers and monoliths dedicated to the campaign, as well as past celebrations about the campaign for the centennial and bicentennial. The Historical markers and monoliths demonstrate that you cannot always believe what you read.

This talk will be held at the Watkins Glen Elementary School auditorium at 1:00pm.
Please enter the building through the north lobby doors.

08/23/2026

Talkin' History "Historic Markers & the Sullivan Campaign"
**** August 29, 2026**** ****1:00pm****

Join Dr. Gary Emerson for a presentation on Sunday, August 26, about the historic markers and the memory of the Sullivan Campaign of 1779. This Talkin' History presentation explores the markers and monoliths dedicated to the campaign, as well as past celebrations about the campaign for the centennial and bicentennial. The Historical markers and monoliths demonstrate that you cannot always believe what you read.

This talk will be held at the Watkins Glen Elementary School auditorium at 1:00pm.

08/22/2026

***BOOK CLUB - Understanding the Sullivan Campaign of 1779***

Join Schuyler County Historian Dr. Gary Emerson for a deep dive into the Sullivan Campaign of 1779. This reading and discussion group will begin September 3, 2026. The group will read 5 books centering on the Sullivan Campaign and will meet four times during the fall. Meetings will be held from 6 pm until 7:30 pm at the Brick Tavern Museum.

Space IS limited. So, email [email protected] to secure your slot today. Once signed up we'll let you know when to come get your books to begin your readings.

08/20/2026

Walkin' History **** August 22, 2026 **** **** 10:00am - 11:00am****

Join us for a FREE tour of Watkins Glen! If you are intrigued by how Watkins Glen came to be, what it was named, who the founding fathers were, or why there are so many brick buildings in a small town, then this tour is for you!

As always, these tours take place rain or shine so dress accordingly! Please wear comfortable shoes. The walk will last about an hour.

Theses walks are brought to you in partnership with the Dutton S. Perterson Library, Elizabeth Per Library, Montour Falls Library and the Watkins Glen Public Library.

08/18/2026

****HAPPENING TODAY!****

Talkin' History! "Haudenosaunee & the Revolution"

Schuyler County Historian Dr. Gary Emerson explores the Haudenosaunee experience during the American Revolution. The Haudenosaunee, and the Seneca people specifically, lived on and cultivated the lands of Schuyler County for a millennium or more.

Dr. Emerson will explore the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, their tribes, their role in the revolution, and which sides they took.

This talk will be held at the Montour Falls Fire Dept. at 6:00pm!

08/17/2026

Talkin' History "Haudenosaunee & the Revolution" **** August 18, 2026****

Schuyler County Historian Dr. Gary Emerson explores the Haudenosaunee experience during the American Revolution. The Haudenosaunee, and the Seneca people specifically, lived on and cultivated the lands of Schuyler County for a millennium or more.

Dr. Emerson will explore the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, their tribes, their role in the revolution, and which sides they took.

This talk will be held at the Montour Falls Fire Dept. at 6:00pm!

08/16/2026

Talkin' History "Haudenosaunee & the Revolution" **** August 18, 2026**** ****6:00pm****

Schuyler County Historian Dr. Gary Emerson explores the Haudenosaunee experience during the American Revolution. The Haudenosaunee, and the Seneca people specifically, lived on and cultivated the lands of Schuyler County for a millennium or more.

Dr. Emerson will explore the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, their tribes, their role in the revolution, and which sides they took.

This talk will be held at the Montour Falls Fire Dept. at 6:00pm.

08/15/2026

Construction update: the exterior finishes are starting to come together.

08/14/2026

Walkin' History **** August 15, 2026 **** **** 10:00am - 11:00am****

Join us for a FREE tour of Montour Falls! If you are intrigued by how Montour Falls came to be, what it was named, who the founding fathers were, or why there are so many brick buildings in a small town, then this tour is for you!

As always, these tours take place rain or shine so dress accordingly! Please wear comfortable shoes. The walk will last about an hour. Please meet up with us at the Montour Falls Library!

Theses walks are brought to you in partnership with the Dutton S. Perterson Library, Elizabeth Per Library, Montour Falls Library and the Watkins Glen Public Library.

08/12/2026

Walkin' History **** August 15, 2026 **** **** 10:00am - 11:00am****

Join us for a FREE tour of Montour Falls! If you are intrigued by how Montour Falls came to be, what it was named, who the founding fathers were, or why there are so many brick buildings in a small town, then this tour is for you!

As always, these tours take place rain or shine so dress accordingly! Please wear comfortable shoes. The walk will last about an hour.

Theses walks are brought to you in partnership with the Dutton S. Perterson Library, Elizabeth Per Library, Montour Falls Library and the Watkins Glen Public Library.

Address

108 N Catharine Street, PO Box 651
Montour Falls, NY
14865

Opening Hours

Tuesday	10am - 4pm
Wednesday	10am - 4pm
Thursday	2pm - 8pm
Friday	10am - 4pm

Telephone

+16075359741

Website

http://www.schuylerhistory.org/

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