Educational
Events
Historic Costume Camp
Magpie Custom Creations 75 E Court Street, Cortland, NY, United StatesThis summer, Magpie is pleased to offer five sections of very special sewing camps for our students of ALL ages! Come to the historic Cortland Corset Building to learn about the clothing history of Cortland County and learn to build some different pieces of that history! We will discuss the legacy of Amelia Bloomer, the […]
By the Shores of Solon Pond
Taylor Historical Society 4332 Cheningo Solon Pond Rd, Taylor, United StatesSeptember 14 at 3pm, join the Taylor Historical Society for an afternoon in the halls of a more than 150 year old church for a talk with local author Adrienne Morris. Gaze through the stained glass windows over solon pond, while Adrienne explores the ins and outs of her newest work of historical fiction […]
Gravestone Carvers of Central New York
Virgil Town Hall 1176 Church Street, Cortland, NY, United StatesVirgil Historical Society Presents: On the Trail of Coffin Man with Mary L. Dexter “If you love cemeteries, you’ll want to learn more about the people who carved the unique gravestones. Mary Dexter has brought the stones to life in this compilation that reflects her decades of extensive research. Learn about the lives of the […]
Spirits of the 1890 House Tour
1890 House Museum 37 Tompkins Street, Cortland, NY, United StatesIn conjunction with Curiosity Trails Cabinet of Curiosity Market, for one day only, the 1890 House will hold a special tour! The 1890 House Museum was the home of Chester Wickwire, his wife Ardell and later his son Fredric and his wife Marion. Guests often wonder if their spirits remain in the home. In 2016 […]
Full Moon Hike at Lime Hollow
Lime Hollow Nature Center 338 McLean Rd, Cortland, NY, United StatesReady to hunt for the Truxton Beast under the full moon? Enjoy a brisk, guided evening walk to admire the beauty of Lime Hollow trails at night. The transition from day to night can be an exciting time to tune our senses to nature. Moonlit hikes take place whether the sky is clear or overcast. […]
Bottled Secrets: The Odd & Curious History of Antique Glass
Cortland County Historical Society 25 Homer Avenue, Cortland, NY, United StatesJoin Tom Kanalley of the Fingerlakes Bottle Collectors Association as we uncork the strange and fascinating world of antique bottle collecting! This isn't just about glass—it’s about forgotten medicines, vanished brands, and the thrill of discovering lost relics from the past. Every bottle tells a story… some more mysterious than others. 🔍 What’s Inside? The […]
Moonlit Hike
Lime Hollow Nature Center 338 McLean Rd, Cortland, NY, United StatesWhen the full moon rises over Lime Hollow, the trails take on a life of their own. The trees whisper, the frogs croak warnings, and if you listen closely, you just might hear the skitter of something… not quite squirrel. Join us for a nighttime hike through the forest, where we’ll tune our senses to […]
Stagecoaches, Saloons & the Strange Side of Travel: A Talk with Richard F. Palmer
CNY Living History Center 4386 US Route 11, Cortland, NY, United StatesBefore GPS and gas stations, there were muddy turnpikes, bumpy coaches, and taverns where you might hear a ghost story and get a hot meal—if you were lucky. Join author and history-sleuth Richard F. Palmer for a deep dive into the dusty days of stagecoaches and roadside inns in 19th-century Cortland County. With rare photographs, […]
The Forgotten Stories Behind Victorian Trading Cards
Cortland County Historical Society 25 Homer Avenue, Cortland, NY, United StatesBefore hashtags and clickbait, there were trade cards—bold little messengers of the strange, the stylish, and the downright sensational. These brightly printed curios once fueled the dreams and desires of a nation, hawking everything from miracle tonics to must-have fashions... and leaving behind a trail of stories hidden in plain sight. Join collector and storyteller […]
Tick Tock and Tall Tales: A Horological Happening
J. M. McDonald Sport Complex 4292 Fairground Drive, Cortland, NY, United StatesTime flies—unless you're at the Eastern States Regional, where it ticks, tocks, chimes, and occasionally cuckoos. This isn’t just any collector’s meet-up. It’s the 55th annual gathering of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors, drawing horology enthusiasts from across the Northeast to marvel at mechanical mysteries, trade timeless treasures, and swap stories that […]
Victorian High Tea at the 1890 House
1890 House Museum 37 Tompkins Street, Cortland, NY, United StatesStep back in time for an afternoon of elegance and indulgence at the 1890 House Museum. Enjoy steaming tea and coffee served alongside dainty finger sandwiches, buttery scones, and an assortment of sweets — from cookies to fresh-baked breads. Feeling festive? Don your finest hat and enter the Victorian Hat Contest for a chance to […]
Women’s History Dinner
CNY Living History Center 4386 US Route 11, Cortland, NY, United StatesMarch is Women's History Month and LWV Cortland County is celebrating with a special discussion led by Sara Catterall, author of Amelia Bloomer! We'll start with an optional dinner starting at 4:45 p.m. ($18/person) and continue with a discussion at 6 p.m. (free). Both activities are open to everyone! Please consider joining us for this […]