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Operates from the 1882 Italianate home of inventor and real estate developer James Suggett.Kellogg Memorial Research Center houses information on cemetery records, birth and death notices, marriage records, indexed census records, surname files and genealogies, Sanborn insurance maps that list lot numbers and residents, photograph files, diaries, business records, newspapers and organization files on many of the social, civic and church related clubs in Cortland county.-expanding collection of digital resources
Operates from the 1882 Italianate home of inventor and real estate developer James Suggett.Kellogg Memorial Research Center houses information on cemetery records, birth and death notices, marriage records, indexed census records, surname files and genealogies, Sanborn insurance maps that list lot numbers and residents, photograph files, diaries, business records, newspapers and organization files on many of the social, civic and church related clubs in Cortland county.-expanding collection of digital resources
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Local/Regional History Museums
Archives
Provides visitors with a unique and wonderful opportunity to step back in time and experience life in a recreated mid-19th-century American village. The 209-acre Village includes an assortment of homes, farms and businesses. Offers special events/demonstrations, educational programs, rental and event space. Call for details.
Provides visitors with a unique and wonderful opportunity to step back in time and experience life in a recreated mid-19th-century American village. The 209-acre Village includes an assortment of homes, farms and businesses. Offers special events/demonstrations, educational programs, rental and event space. Call for details.
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Museums
Arts and Culture
Provides exhibits and research information from New York State's past, present, and future. Seeks to provide inquiry, discovery, and history access into New York's rich, artistic, social, historical and environmental legacies, in fields of geology, biology, anthropology, and history.
Provides exhibits and research information from New York State's past, present, and future. Seeks to provide inquiry, discovery, and history access into New York's rich, artistic, social, historical and environmental legacies, in fields of geology, biology, anthropology, and history.
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History Museums
Natural History Museums
Museums
Volunteer Opportunities
Native American Community
Historic Preservation
Preserves and exhibits the local history of Bay Shore. Offers tours of the Gibson-Mack-Holt House, historical exhibits, educational programs. bus tours of Bay Shore, and a reference library. Call or check website for more information.
Preserves and exhibits the local history of Bay Shore. Offers tours of the Gibson-Mack-Holt House, historical exhibits, educational programs. bus tours of Bay Shore, and a reference library. Call or check website for more information.
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Historic House Museums
Sightseeing / Guided Tours
Historical Societies
Manages more than 70 parks, preserves, museums, historic properties, and athletic facilities comprising 6,000 acres throughout the county. The Parks department operates numerous museums and plays host to others by providing the property and physical facilities as well as other services. These museums provide a range of artistic and educational experiences for the public. In addition the Parks Department manages numerous nature preserves. These preserves offers visitors nature trails, access to historic buildings and natural habitats. The parks system provides a tremendous variety of experiences for residents and visitors. Contact each museum for hours and information.
Manages more than 70 parks, preserves, museums, historic properties, and athletic facilities comprising 6,000 acres throughout the county. The Parks department operates numerous museums and plays host to others by providing the property and physical facilities as well as other services. These museums provide a range of artistic and educational experiences for the public. In addition the Parks Department manages numerous nature preserves. These preserves offers visitors nature trails, access to historic buildings and natural habitats. The parks system provides a tremendous variety of experiences for residents and visitors. Contact each museum for hours and information.
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Aviation Museums
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Museums
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Local / Regional History Museums
Recreational Trails
Provides an interactive family museum featuring a variety of Jewish life experiences, with displays on customs, history, values, traditions, Israel, and the Hebrew language. Offers special holiday programs. Hosted by Suffolk Y Jewish Community Center.
Provides an interactive family museum featuring a variety of Jewish life experiences, with displays on customs, history, values, traditions, Israel, and the Hebrew language. Offers special holiday programs. Hosted by Suffolk Y Jewish Community Center.
Dedicated to the restoration, preservation interpretation of the history and artifacts pertaining to railroads which participated in the growth of Long Island, its communities and industries for the entertainment, edification and good of present and future generations. Also has a gift shop, research library, and tours.
Dedicated to the restoration, preservation interpretation of the history and artifacts pertaining to railroads which participated in the growth of Long Island, its communities and industries for the entertainment, edification and good of present and future generations. Also has a gift shop, research library, and tours.
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Museums
Local / Regional History Museums
Special Libraries
Preserves and promotes the Sagtikos Manor, the oldest house in the town of Islip. Offers tours and various events. The history of the manor mirrors the history of Long Island and New York State. Group tours by reservation only. Please call Patty at (516) 885-4797 or email for reservations at: [email protected]. Requires 2 weeks notice.
Preserves and promotes the Sagtikos Manor, the oldest house in the town of Islip. Offers tours and various events. The history of the manor mirrors the history of Long Island and New York State. Group tours by reservation only. Please call Patty at (516) 885-4797 or email for reservations at: [email protected]. Requires 2 weeks notice.
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Historic House Museums
Sightseeing / Guided Tours
Preserving Long Island's rich aerospace heritage of discovery and inspiring future generations through science and technology. Permanent and changing exhibits, incorporates educational programs and an IMAX theater. Presents full-size dioramic scenes/displays relative to aviation history. The museum is available for rentals and catering events. Call for details.
Preserving Long Island's rich aerospace heritage of discovery and inspiring future generations through science and technology. Permanent and changing exhibits, incorporates educational programs and an IMAX theater. Presents full-size dioramic scenes/displays relative to aviation history. The museum is available for rentals and catering events. Call for details.
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History Museums
Aviation Museums
Volunteer Opportunities
Museums
Arts and Culture Volunteer Opportunities
SCHOOL TOURS OF THE WALT WHITMAN BIRTHPLACE | WALT WHITMAN BIRTHPLACE MUSEUM AND STATE HISTORIC SITE
Offers students an interdisciplinary historical and literary experience, directly related to the New York State Social Studies curriculum and enables students to develop a greater knowledge and appreciation of American and Long Island history. Students are encouraged to develop critical thinking skills and enhance creativity by actually producing poetry. Call for further information.
Offers students an interdisciplinary historical and literary experience, directly related to the New York State Social Studies curriculum and enables students to develop a greater knowledge and appreciation of American and Long Island history. Students are encouraged to develop critical thinking skills and enhance creativity by actually producing poetry. Call for further information.
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Field Trips / Excursions
History Museums
Historic Preservation
Writing Instruction
Sightseeing / Guided Tours
Museum Complex contains several buildings displaying early American artifacts and activities, the Blacksmith Shop, Milk House, Boat House and others. Offers guided tours to schools and organizations. Museum Shop/Exchange Shop also on premises. Call for fees and to schedule a tour.
Museum Complex contains several buildings displaying early American artifacts and activities, the Blacksmith Shop, Milk House, Boat House and others. Offers guided tours to schools and organizations. Museum Shop/Exchange Shop also on premises. Call for fees and to schedule a tour.
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Community Groups and Government / Administrative Offices
Historic Preservation
Museums
History Museums
Historical Societies
Books, books on CDs, music CDs, DVDs, downloadable eBooks, audio books and magazines, phonics and literature enrichment kits available. Loan period 3-weeks for all materials (except DVDs 1 week). Summer Reading Program for children in July. Story Time, Family Time, and Teen After-School program during school year. Adult Book discussion group, programs and crafts. Call for information on other special reading programs. Library card required. Call for eligibility.
Books, books on CDs, music CDs, DVDs, downloadable eBooks, audio books and magazines, phonics and literature enrichment kits available. Loan period 3-weeks for all materials (except DVDs 1 week). Summer Reading Program for children in July. Story Time, Family Time, and Teen After-School program during school year. Adult Book discussion group, programs and crafts. Call for information on other special reading programs. Library card required. Call for eligibility.
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Public Libraries
Historic Preservation
Meeting Space
Public Wi-Fi Sites
Reference/Information
Children's Library Services
Job Information
History Museums
THE HISTORY CENTER IN TOMPKINS COUNTY - EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS | THE HISTORY CENTER IN TOMPKINS COUNTY
guided tours of current exhibits, interactive programs for children and adults day-long "living history" program at historic Eight Square Schoolhouse where participants attend school as it was in 1892. Geared to NYS fourth-grade curriculum; home-schooled children and adult groups also welcome browsing the Center's photograph and archive collections with the help of a trained research assistant
guided tours of current exhibits, interactive programs for children and adults day-long "living history" program at historic Eight Square Schoolhouse where participants attend school as it was in 1892. Geared to NYS fourth-grade curriculum; home-schooled children and adult groups also welcome browsing the Center's photograph and archive collections with the help of a trained research assistant
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Local/Regional History Museums
Historical Research
Vestal Museum is located in the original 1881 Vestal Train Station which was located on the Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad near Main Street. Group tours welcome.
Vestal Museum is located in the original 1881 Vestal Train Station which was located on the Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad near Main Street. Group tours welcome.
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History Museums
Offers exhibitions and educational programs in science and history for both individuals and groups.
Offers exhibitions and educational programs in science and history for both individuals and groups.
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History Museums
Art Museums
Lifelong Learning Programs
Planetariums/Observatories
Historic Preservation
Dedicated to the restoration, preservation and interpretation of the history and artifacts pertaining to railroads which participated in the growth of Long Island, its communities and industries for the entertainment, edification and good of present and future generations. Also has a gift shop and tours.
Dedicated to the restoration, preservation and interpretation of the history and artifacts pertaining to railroads which participated in the growth of Long Island, its communities and industries for the entertainment, edification and good of present and future generations. Also has a gift shop and tours.
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Local / Regional History Museums
Museums
Volunteer Opportunities
The museum educates, examines and explores the history of the Holocaust with authenticity, dignity and compassion through educational programs, lectures, exhibits, seminars and commemorative ceremonies.
The museum educates, examines and explores the history of the Holocaust with authenticity, dignity and compassion through educational programs, lectures, exhibits, seminars and commemorative ceremonies.
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History Museums
Educate our community on historical events, and to promote issues of social justice and respect for human dignity through educational programming. Our vision is of a world in which each person can live in peaceful coexistence and pursue a life in freedom and dignity, and in which our citizens reflect upon their moral responsibilities. In addition to programs and events, we offer tours of our Holocaust museum which houses the largest collection of Holocaust artifacts in the region. The CSJHU office and Gallery are located in the Huntington Library on the Colleges Ammerman Campus in Selden, NY. Guided tours are available for classes and groups. The Centers staff also arranges diversity and intercultural programs that focus on social justice issues and promote themes of coexistence, tolerance, and respect for differences. Call for more detailed information.
Educate our community on historical events, and to promote issues of social justice and respect for human dignity through educational programming. Our vision is of a world in which each person can live in peaceful coexistence and pursue a life in freedom and dignity, and in which our citizens reflect upon their moral responsibilities. In addition to programs and events, we offer tours of our Holocaust museum which houses the largest collection of Holocaust artifacts in the region. The CSJHU office and Gallery are located in the Huntington Library on the Colleges Ammerman Campus in Selden, NY. Guided tours are available for classes and groups. The Centers staff also arranges diversity and intercultural programs that focus on social justice issues and promote themes of coexistence, tolerance, and respect for differences. Call for more detailed information.
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Museums
History Museums
Community Colleges
The museum depicts the history of East Rockaway from the time it was built in 1688 to the end of the 19th century.
The museum depicts the history of East Rockaway from the time it was built in 1688 to the end of the 19th century.
Offers an interactive facility where individuals, families and groups can experience first-hand the proud tradition of firefighting in our communities. Visitors can also trace the history of firefighting in Nassau County with hands-on exhibits that feature antique and contemporary fire apparatus and gear. The Center offers interactive fire safety programs for Pre-K through high school students. These programs are taught by a current or retired firefighter in our interactive theater. In addition, the Center offers guided and non-guided tours to groups of all types. From Cub Scouts and summer camps to retirement communities and community organizations, group tours of the Museum promises to be a fun and educational experience for visitors of all ages. Call for detailed information.
Offers an interactive facility where individuals, families and groups can experience first-hand the proud tradition of firefighting in our communities. Visitors can also trace the history of firefighting in Nassau County with hands-on exhibits that feature antique and contemporary fire apparatus and gear. The Center offers interactive fire safety programs for Pre-K through high school students. These programs are taught by a current or retired firefighter in our interactive theater. In addition, the Center offers guided and non-guided tours to groups of all types. From Cub Scouts and summer camps to retirement communities and community organizations, group tours of the Museum promises to be a fun and educational experience for visitors of all ages. Call for detailed information.
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Museums
History Museums
Fire Prevention Information
Promote understanding and appreciation of African American culture, art and tradition through education, interpretation, exhibitions, collections and programs for the enrichment of the public; with an emphasis on Long Island. The museum’s vision is to continue to be an outstanding regional resource for African American historical information and preservation. Call for detailed information regarding events and programs offered.
Promote understanding and appreciation of African American culture, art and tradition through education, interpretation, exhibitions, collections and programs for the enrichment of the public; with an emphasis on Long Island. The museum’s vision is to continue to be an outstanding regional resource for African American historical information and preservation. Call for detailed information regarding events and programs offered.
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Cultural Museums
Museums
Arts and Culture
Art Galleries / Exhibits
Provides single and group tours of museum and equipment on site. Group tours need advance notice. Call for more information.
Provides single and group tours of museum and equipment on site. Group tours need advance notice. Call for more information.
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Volunteer Opportunities
Walking Tours
Special Libraries
Local / Regional History Museums
Museums
Offers many public programs including concerts, October Country Fair, storytelling, Watercolor Workshop in the Garden, Children's Garden Club, and a variety of changing exhibits.
The museum offers a guided tour, programs of historic interest, special lectures and an educational program for students.
Friends of Rock Hall are volunteers who raise funds and sponsor historic research.
PLEASE CALL THE OFFICE AT (516) 239-1157 FOR AVAILABLE DATES AND TIMES AT LEAST 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE OR COMPLETE THE FORM AT THE LINK BELOW:
https://www.friendsofrockhall.org/hours-admission
Offers many public programs including concerts, October Country Fair, storytelling, Watercolor Workshop in the Garden, Children's Garden Club, and a variety of changing exhibits.
The museum offers a guided tour, programs of historic interest, special lectures and an educational program for students.
Friends of Rock Hall are volunteers who raise funds and sponsor historic research.
PLEASE CALL THE OFFICE AT (516) 239-1157 FOR AVAILABLE DATES AND TIMES AT LEAST 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE OR COMPLETE THE FORM AT THE LINK BELOW:
https://www.friendsofrockhall.org/hours-admission
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Local / Regional History Museums
Located at the former Frick Estate, a spectacular 145-acre property in Roslyn Harbor in the heart of Long Island's fabled Gold Coast. The main museum building, named in honor of art collectors and philanthropists Arnold and Joan Saltzman, is a three-story Georgian mansion that exemplifies Gold Coast architecture of the late 19th century. In addition to the Arnold & Joan Saltzman Fine Art Building, Nassau County Museum of Art includes the Sculpture Park, Formal Gardens of historic importance, the Pinetum, ponds, woodlands, an architecturally-significant restored trellis, rare specimen trees, and marked walking trails. Serves more than 18,000 Long Island school children and their teachers who visit the museum each year for exhibition tours and art-related activities. The Education Department additionally sponsors extensive programming for children, adults and family groups and also offers professional development to Long Island's educators. Rental space is also available. Call for detailed information.
Located at the former Frick Estate, a spectacular 145-acre property in Roslyn Harbor in the heart of Long Island's fabled Gold Coast. The main museum building, named in honor of art collectors and philanthropists Arnold and Joan Saltzman, is a three-story Georgian mansion that exemplifies Gold Coast architecture of the late 19th century. In addition to the Arnold & Joan Saltzman Fine Art Building, Nassau County Museum of Art includes the Sculpture Park, Formal Gardens of historic importance, the Pinetum, ponds, woodlands, an architecturally-significant restored trellis, rare specimen trees, and marked walking trails. Serves more than 18,000 Long Island school children and their teachers who visit the museum each year for exhibition tours and art-related activities. The Education Department additionally sponsors extensive programming for children, adults and family groups and also offers professional development to Long Island's educators. Rental space is also available. Call for detailed information.
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Nature Centers / Walks
Museums
Art Galleries / Exhibits
Volunteer Opportunities
Art Museums
History Museums
Arts and Culture Volunteer Opportunities
Parks / Recreation Areas
Accumulates and displays the Kings Park Town's past through photographs, videos, music, the written word and artificats, and make these resources available for all to enjoy and study with special emphasis on the students throughout the school district. Call for additional information.
Accumulates and displays the Kings Park Town's past through photographs, videos, music, the written word and artificats, and make these resources available for all to enjoy and study with special emphasis on the students throughout the school district. Call for additional information.
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Local / Regional History Museums
Cultural Heritage Programs