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SUMMARY:Main Street's Secrets Unlocked
DESCRIPTION:Step into the heart of downtown Cortland and discover the stories hidden in plain sight. On this captivating walking tour\, City Historian Kate O’Connell will lead you through the business district’s storied streets\, peeling back the layers of history to reveal tales of ambition\, scandal\, and resilience. From architectural marvels to the unforgettable characters who built (and sometimes broke) this city\, you’ll see Main Street as you’ve never seen it before. \nAlong the way\, Kate will share the surprising histories behind familiar facades\, the triumphs and tragedies etched into stone\, and the long-forgotten events that shaped Cortland’s destiny. This is more than a stroll. It’s a step into another time. \nTours begin at 2 North Main Street (Bailey Place Insurance) at 9:30 a.m. Rain or shine\, wear comfortable shoes and prepare to be transported. The journey lasts about 1.5 to 2 hours\, leaving you perfectly placed to enjoy lunch at one of downtown’s eateries. \nDates: September 20 and October 4Donation: $10 per person\, benefiting the Cortland County Historical SocietyReserve your spot: Call 607-756-6071 or email info@cortlandhistory.org. \nHistory is waiting. Will you answer?
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/main-streets-secrets-unlocked-2/
LOCATION:Cortland County Historical Society\, 25 Homer Avenue\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T120000
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Sigsautelle & Brockway
DESCRIPTION:Homer Historian Martin Sweeney will discuss two of Homer’s more prominent businessmen of the 19th and early 20th century. Both William Brockway and Sig Sautelle focused on the need for transportation and can lay claim to activities occurring at the former Crozier’s Gun Shop on South Main Street in Homer. Today the building has become known as the “Unroom\,” and has been boarded up in recent years with an unknown fate awaiting it. It and the nearby “Circus House” built by Sautelle are examples of historic architecture needing to be preserved.\nAfter close to forty years in a classroom bringing the past to life for students of United States history\, Martin A. Sweeney\, now retired\, enjoys serving as the historian for the historic Town and Village of Homer\, NY. He is interested in researching and writing about the lives and values of past people\, especially those at the intersection of local and national history. He is a relentless promoter of local history and has published five books pertaining to local history\, including one work of fiction.\n\nBring your own lunch if you wish\, and we will provide a beverage and dessert. Admission is free for members of the Cortland County Historical Society (CCHS) and $5 for CCHS members-to-be.This event will take place at the former Free Methodist Church at 9 Grace Street\, Cortland.Please call 607-756-6071 with any questions.
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/lunch-learn-sigsautelle-brockway/
LOCATION:Cortland County Historical Society\, 25 Homer Avenue\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T140000
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SUMMARY:The Girl in the Glass Coffin
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time to Oswego\, NY\, during the fabulous Gilded Age and witness the fascinating true story of ten-year-old Virginia Tonkin\, whose tragic death ignited a legend that has been passed down for generations. Virginia made history when her parents refused to inter her body and kept her inside their home in a glass-covered coffin for well over a year. The Tonkin family’s controversial tale is one full of intrigue\, tragedy\, freak accidents\, scandal\, romance\, betrayal\, mystery\, and even murder. The opulence of their home and the comfort of their luxurious lifestyles were overshadowed by the ominous events that plagued them during the time they lived in the house\, known by local legend as “The Tonkin Mansion.” A handsome millionaire playboy wreaks havoc\, a real cold case is potentially solved\, vicious rumors are put to rest\, and the dark truth is finally brought to light in this captivating novel that will leave you thinking about it long after you set it down.\nAuthor Lee Ellen Hickey will share her research into the Tonkin family and will have copies of her book\, The Girl in the Glass Coffin: The Tonkin Affairs\, for sale.\nCCHS members receive free admission\, and members-to-be pay just $5 at the door. This event will take place at 9 Grace Street.
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/the-girl-in-the-glass-coffin/
LOCATION:Cortland County Historical Society\, 25 Homer Avenue\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T223000
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SUMMARY:Main Street’s Secrets Unlocked
DESCRIPTION:Step into the heart of downtown Cortland and discover the stories hidden in plain sight. On this captivating walking tour\, City Historian Kate O’Connell will lead you through the business district’s storied streets\, peeling back the layers of history to reveal tales of ambition\, scandal\, and resilience. From architectural marvels to the unforgettable characters who built (and sometimes broke) this city\, you’ll see Main Street as you’ve never seen it before. \nAlong the way\, Kate will share the surprising histories behind familiar facades\, the triumphs and tragedies etched into stone\, and the long-forgotten events that shaped Cortland’s destiny. This is more than a stroll. It’s a step into another time. \nTours begin at 2 North Main Street (Bailey Place Insurance) at 9:30 a.m. Rain or shine\, wear comfortable shoes and prepare to be transported. The journey lasts about 1.5 to 2 hours\, leaving you perfectly placed to enjoy lunch at one of downtown’s eateries. \nDates: September 20 and October 4Donation: $10 per person\, benefiting the Cortland County Historical SocietyReserve your spot: Call 607-756-6071 or email info@cortlandhistory.org. \nHistory is waiting. Will you answer?
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/main-streets-secrets-unlocked/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T200000
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SUMMARY:Secrets Beneath the Surface: The Erie Canal at 200
DESCRIPTION:Secrets Beneath the Surface: The Erie Canal at 200 \nWhat lies beneath the still waters of the Erie Canal? A marvel of engineering\, a gateway to fortune\, and a trail of strange stories. For two centuries\, this man-made river has carried whispers of ambition and forgotten lives. \nJoin the Taylor Historical Society on Monday\, September 15 at 7:00 p.m. at Taylor Town Hall (3304 State Route 26\, Taylor\, NY) for “The Basics of the Erie Canal.” Derrick Pratt of the Erie Canal Museum of Syracuse will peel back the layers of history on the canal’s bicentennial—revealing how it carved its way across New York State\, reshaping towns\, trade\, and even destinies. \nThis Curiosities-worthy evening is free and open to all. Step into the past and see why the canal’s story is as much about mystery as it is about progress. \nLearn more at TaylorHistoricalSociety.com.
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/secrets-beneath-the-surface-the-erie-canal-at-200/
LOCATION:Taylor Historical Society\, 4332 Cheningo Solon Pond Rd\, Taylor\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T170000
DTSTAMP:20250516T135452Z
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SUMMARY:Tick Tock and Tall Tales: A Horological Happening
DESCRIPTION:Time 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 are anything but secondhand. \nExplore a sprawling mart filled with clocks\, watches\, tools\, and dusty tomes that whisper of lost hours and forgotten makers. Sit in on hands-on workshops where novices become time tamers and masters reveal their secrets. And if you’ve picked up an odd little timepiece that seems to tick backwards or knows too much… bring it to the Antique Watch & Clock Roadshow. You never know what tales the gears might tell. \nIt’s all happening at the J.M. McDonald Sports Complex in Cortland\, now the new (and aptly timed) home for this curious convention. Open to the public\, $30 at the door\, and free if you’re 18 or under—because it’s never too early to develop a healthy obsession with antique mechanisms and mysterious machinery. \nFor more information\, visit nawccers.com. Just be warned: once you start down the winding path of watch lore\, it’s hard to stop… even if your watch is.
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/tick-tock-and-tall-tales-a-horological-happening/
LOCATION:J. M. McDonald Sport Complex\, 4292 Fairground Drive\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,History,Shopping,workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T130000
DTSTAMP:20250707T143632Z
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SUMMARY:“Dreams of Freedom” with Marilyn Higgins
DESCRIPTION:“Dreams of Freedom” with Marilyn Higgins \nHistory\, mystery\, and a movement that shook a nation—Marilyn Higgins invites you into the charged and transformative world of Dreams of Freedom\, her riveting new book exploring Upstate New York on the brink of Civil War. From the roaring momentum of the Erie Canal to the radical energy of abolitionists and spiritual revivalists\, this was a region ablaze with ideas—and unrest. \nIn this special talk\, Higgins shares the lesser-known stories she’s uncovered over a career spent digging through archives\, artifacts\, and 19th-century parlors. A fierce advocate for place-based storytelling\, her work with the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor and the National Abolition Hall of Fame brings depth and drama to what might otherwise be forgotten. And if you’ve never heard of the Abolitionist Freedom Walk—a reenactment of the 1835 canal journey and march that defied a mob to establish the New York Anti-Slavery Society—you will now. \nJoin the Cortland County Historical Society at 9 Grace Street (the former Free Methodist Church) for this fascinating look at a moment in time when America’s future hung in the balance—and Upstate New York helped tip the scale. Bring your lunch if you’d like; we’ll provide dessert and a drink. \nFree for members of the Cortland County Historical Society; $5 for curious future members.
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/dreams-of-freedom-with-marilyn-higgins/
LOCATION:Cortland County Historical Society\, 25 Homer Avenue\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T130000
DTSTAMP:20250707T140727Z
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SUMMARY:The Old State Road: Miles of Stories
DESCRIPTION:The Road That Time (Almost) ForgotThe Cortland County Historical Society invites the brave and the curious to join Val Ross for a journey down one of Central New York’s oldest and oddest byways: Joseph Chaplin’s Old State Road. First carved through the Military Tract in 1796\, this rugged route connected Oxford to Cayuga Lake—cutting through what would become a string of towns\, tragedies\, and tantalizing tales. \nFrom Horse-Killer Hill to Bloody Pond\, Texas Valley to Messengerville\, each bend in the road holds a story—some documented\, others whispered. With old maps\, construction history\, and spicy accounts of what went down along the way\, Ross’s presentation promises to be more than just a dusty detour into the past. \nLunch is strictly BYO\, but the Historical Society will sweeten the deal with a beverage and dessert. Come for the history\, stay for the scandal. \nThis event will take place at the former Free Methodist Church at 9 Grace Street\, Cortland. \nPlease call 607-756-6071 with any questions.
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/the-old-state-road-miles-of-stories/
LOCATION:Cortland County Historical Society\, 25 Homer Avenue\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T133000
DTSTAMP:20250611T153058Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T153058Z
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SUMMARY:The Forgotten Stories Behind Victorian Trading Cards
DESCRIPTION:Before 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. \nJoin collector and storyteller Taryn Evans for an afternoon uncovering the forgotten power of trade cards. What do they reveal about the obsessions of the 1800s? What surprising local connections might be lurking in your own attic? And why are these paper relics still so irresistible today? \nCurious minds are encouraged to pack a lunch—beverages and a sweet treat will be provided. Bring an appetite for history… and a taste for the unexpected.
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/the-forgotten-stories-behind-victorian-trading-cards/
LOCATION:Cortland County Historical Society\, 25 Homer Avenue\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T170000
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SUMMARY:Sunday Stitcher’s Series
DESCRIPTION:Something revolutionary is unfolding in Cortland County—one stitch at a time. \nMagpie Custom Creations\, in alliance with the Cortland County Historical Society\, invites daring dressmakers\, costume historians\, and curious souls to take part in the Bloomer Costume Challenge\, a bold nod to the reformers of 1855. Participants will bring to life the iconic Bloomer ensemble—once scandalous\, now celebrated—to be revealed in grand fashion at the Historical Society’s Gala on October 25. \nThis summer\, select Sundays from 1–4 p.m.\, Magpie will open its studio doors for the Sunday Stitcher’s Series: a guided workshop through the art and rebellion of reform dressmaking. Topics include: \nResizing your 1855 pattern (available at CCHS)\nSelecting historically inspired fabrics\nLayout and construction technique.\nFinishing flourishes: embroidery\, trim\, and embellishment \nEach session offers hands-on instruction and a chance to stitch your way into history. Materials will be available at cost. Studio time is $10 per instructional hour. \nSpace is limited\, and whispers of reform travel fast. Call or text 607-591-9652 to reserve your seat at the sewing table—before the fabric runs out.
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/sunday-stitchers-series/
LOCATION:Magpie Custom Creations\, 75 E Court Street\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T233000
DTSTAMP:20250528T164309Z
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SUMMARY:Write This Down: Historical Journaling
DESCRIPTION:What if your grocery lists\, doodles\, love notes\, and late-night rants became the stuff of legend? While you’re busy living an “ordinary” life\, future historians might be dying to read all about it. \nJoin the Cortland County Historical Society and Laurie Seamans for a hands-on workshop that will turn your everyday into a future artifact. Learn how to journal in ways that are deeply personal\, wildly creative\, and—dare we say—historically intriguing. We’ll dive into themes and writing prompts\, then get crafty with collage\, altered books\, and other techniques to turn your journal into a true relic-in-the-making. \nYou’ve wandered the Cortland Curiosities trail and uncovered the stories of long-lost souls. Now it’s your turn to leave a trail of breadcrumbs for the curious minds of tomorrow. \nBring your scraps\, secrets\, and snapshots—we’ll provide the rest.📞 Call 607-756-6071 or visit CCHS online to save your seat before history forgets you.
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/write-this-down-historical-journaling/
LOCATION:Cortland County Historical Society\, 25 Homer Avenue\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250615T160000
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SUMMARY:1890 House Path Through History
DESCRIPTION:On June 14 & 15\, from 12pm to 4pm\, the grand stone silhouette of the 1890 House beckons curious souls for I LOVE NY’s Path Through History Weekend. \nOnce the opulent home of industrialist Chester Wickwire\, the mansion is now a monument to the strange echoes of Cortland’s Gilded Age. Behind its ornate doors lie towering staircases\, lavish halls… and more than a few lingering questions. Who whispers through the servant’s quarters? Why do certain rooms seem colder than others? And what secrets remain sealed beneath the stone? \nJoin a guided tour (offered on the hour at 12pm\, 1pm\, 2pm\, and 3pm)\, explore special exhibits\, and enjoy light refreshments—if you dare linger. Tickets are $15 for adults\, $12 for seniors\, and $5 for children 18 and under. Purchase online or at the door—just know\, not all who enter the 1890 House emerge unchanged. \nPlan your weekend of curiosity and history at the 1890 House event page—and prepare to walk a path where the past is very much alive. Admission: Adults $15\, Seniors $12\, and Children 18 and under $5. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door.
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/1890-house-path-through-history/
LOCATION:1890 House Museum\, 37 Tompkins Street\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T200000
DTSTAMP:20250528T163512Z
CREATED:20250528T163512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T163512Z
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SUMMARY:Immigrant Entrepreneurs of Cortland
DESCRIPTION:You’ve seen the names\, walked past the storefronts\, and maybe even uncovered a few stories on the Cortland Curiosities trail—but do you know the people who built them? Join the Cortland County Historical Society for a special talk with historian and former Cortland resident Dr. Diane Vecchio\, as she reveals the real lives behind the signs. \nFrom the English and Irish settlers who laid early foundations\, to the Greek restaurateurs\, Italian tradesmen\, and Eastern European Jewish shopkeepers who opened some of Cortland’s most iconic businesses—Vecchio uncovers how waves of immigrants helped shape the economic heartbeat of our city and climbed into the American middle class. \nThese aren’t just names from history—they’re the very people who turned Cortland’s curious past into a thriving present. Come connect the dots between the stories you’ve seen on the trail and the real entrepreneurs who lived them.
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/immigrant-entrepreneurs-of-cortland/
LOCATION:United Unitarian Church\, 3 Church St\, cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cortland County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@cortlandhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250505T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250505T170000
DTSTAMP:20250505T133148Z
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SUMMARY:Stagecoaches\, Saloons & the Strange Side of Travel: A Talk with Richard F. Palmer
DESCRIPTION:Before 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. \nJoin 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\, traveler tales\, and tavern gossip\, Palmer revives a long-lost era when the mail was slow\, the whiskey was strong\, and the roads were… questionable. \nThis fascinating presentation and book signing will explore the quirky and crucial role early transportation played in shaping our region—and all the curious characters it carried along the way. \nPalmer is the author of The Old Line Mail: Stage Coach Days in Upstate New York (North Country Books\, 2022)\, a must-read for fans of forgotten road trips and haunted highways.
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/stagecoaches-saloons-the-strange-side-of-travel-a-talk-with-richard-f-palmer/
LOCATION:CNY Living History Center\, 4386 US Route 11\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T130000
DTSTAMP:20250402T180302Z
CREATED:20250402T180302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T180302Z
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SUMMARY:Shellback: A Journey Through War\, Survival & Forgotten History
DESCRIPTION:History isn’t just dates and dusty pages—it’s drama\, struggle\, and the fight to survive. Step into the past on April 24 at noon\, as Karen Foresti Hempson brings the Great Depression and World War II roaring back to life with her gripping novel\, Shellback. \nInspired by real people from Utica\, Shellback follows a young boy\, born to Italian immigrant parents\, who dreams of escaping poverty. His path leads him from the hardships of the 1930s to the high seas of the Pacific Theater\, where he sails into the heart of history—facing Pearl Harbor\, the Aleutian Islands\, Guam\, Tarawa\, and Saipan. Through painstaking research and vivid storytelling\, Hempson blends fact and fiction\, immersing readers in the slang\, music\, movies\, and everyday struggles of the time. \n🔎 What to Expect: \nA thrilling journey into one of history’s most turbulent eras\nThe untold stories of immigrants\, sailors\, and survivors\nA fresh perspective on World War II—through the eyes of those who lived it \nBring your own lunch if you like—we’ll provide a beverage and dessert. Admission is FREE for Cortland County Historical Society members and just $5 for future members. \n📍 Where? Cortland County Historical Society (Parking on Homer Ave. or Maple Ave.)📞 Questions? Call 607-756-6071 \nCome for the history\, stay for the stories that refuse to be forgotten. ⏳⚓ #CortlandCuriosities #LostInTime #WWIIHistory #ImmigrantJourneys
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/shellback-a-journey-through-war-survival-forgotten-history/
LOCATION:Cortland County Historical Society\, 25 Homer Avenue\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T233000
DTSTAMP:20250403T153930Z
CREATED:20250403T153930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T153930Z
UID:1109-1743667200-1761348600@cortlandcuriosities.com
SUMMARY:Hauntingly Historic Fashion Challenge
DESCRIPTION:The Cortland County Historical Society is hosting a Hauntingly Historic Fashion Challenge!\n⁠\nCalling all stitch witches and time-traveling tailors: we dare you to craft your very own Bloomer Ensemble based on a pattern inspired by CCHS’s own historic piece. Will you haunt the halls in a faithful reproduction or give your bloomers a bewitching\, modern twist? The choice is yours! ⁠\n⁠\nThe pattern is FREE to download\, but if you’d rather not sell your soul to your printer\, CCHS has printed copies for just $25 (purely to cover printing\, no ghostly upcharges).⁠\n⁠\nThen… the ghosts of fashion past will assemble! ⁠\n⁠\nCortland County Historical Society is summoning all vintage vamps and dapper apparitions for a Historic Costume Contest this October (more details creeping in soon…👀). Strut your stuff in your Bloomer best for a fashion face-off of the centuries! Who will reign as the spectral style icon of the season? Only time (and the judges) will tell… 👁️💀⁠\n⁠\nFor the bloomer pattern created by Genesee Country Village & Museum: https://www.gcv.org/historic-pattern-database/.⁠\n⁠\nFor more info visit cortlandhistory.org⁠\n⁠\nStart stitching\, history haunters! 🕰️👗⁠\n⁠
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/hauntingly-historic-fashion-challenge/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Art,History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cortland County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@cortlandhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T150000
DTSTAMP:20250206T165258Z
CREATED:20250206T165258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T165258Z
UID:1095-1742043600-1742050800@cortlandcuriosities.com
SUMMARY:The Loomis Gang of Nine Mile Swamp
DESCRIPTION:“The Loomis Gang of Nine Mile Swamp” Saturday\, March 15\, 2025\, 1:00 pm at the CNY Living History Center\, 4386 US Rte. 11\, Cortland\, NY. \nVicky House\, Oxford Town/Village Historian\, will share her PowerPoint presentation on the “Gang” that dominated upstate New York for decades. From counterfeiting\, horse stealing\, witness intimidation\, and even murder\, this family reigned over the countryside and left their mark in our history. \nWhether or not you are a descendant of the Loomis family\, you will want to hear what started their reign and how it ended. If you are a descendant\, we would love to hear your stories. \nFree for children 5 & under\, museum members & AD military; $7 for youth aged 6-18; $12 for seniors\, AAA members\, veterans; $15 for adults. Admission price includes the event and tours of all CNY Living History Center Museums: Homeville Museum\, Brockway Museum\, Agricultural Exhibits\, Antique Firehouse. \nFor information: homevillemuseumboard@gmail.com\, 607-283-4875\, www.homevillemuseum.com
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/the-loomis-gang-of-nine-mile-swamp/
LOCATION:CNY Living History Center\, 4386 US Route 11\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T150000
DTSTAMP:20250206T161928Z
CREATED:20250206T161928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T161928Z
UID:1088-1739019600-1739026800@cortlandcuriosities.com
SUMMARY:115 Years of Boy Scouts in CNY
DESCRIPTION:Join CNY Living History Center as they celebrate 115 years of Boy Scouts in Central NY with a captivating photographic overview and an incredible display of scouting artifacts\, on February 8. From whacky campfire tales to spooky stories under the stars\, this exhibit is a tribute to the spirit of scouting!⁠\n⁠\nCalling all scouts in uniform—your admission is FREE! So don your badges and gear up for a day filled with memories\, discovery\, and fun. Bring your friends and family along for a day that promises to be an adventurous through history! ⁠\n⁠\n👉 visit cnylivinghistory.org for all the details and don’t miss out on this unique experience!⁠
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/115-years-of-boy-scouts-in-cny/
LOCATION:CNY Living History Center\, 4386 US Route 11\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T210000
DTSTAMP:20241030T182610Z
CREATED:20241030T182525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T182610Z
UID:1079-1732215600-1732222800@cortlandcuriosities.com
SUMMARY:Folklore and Ghost Stories of Hyde Hall & Beyond.
DESCRIPTION:The Virgil Historical Society and Marathon Area Historical Society welcome professor of the peculiar\, John Aborn. Serving as the program Program Director at Hyde Hall\, Mr. Aborn weaves torrid tales of wonder with his talk “Folklore and Ghost Stories of Hyde Hall and Beyond.” \nHaunted Hyde Hall sits on Otsego Lake in Cooperstown\, and was originally built as the country mansion of George Clarke. Mr. Aborn will entertain us with many myths\, legends\, and ghost stories swirling around the dark waters of Otsego Lake\, known as Glimmerglass in James Fenimore Cooper’s Leatherstocking Tales. \nMark your calendars. This FREE event will take place at 7pm at the Virgil Town Hall on Thursday\, November 21.
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/folklore-and-ghost-stories-of-hyde-hall-beyond/
LOCATION:Virgil Town Hall\, 1176 Church Street\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Paranormal
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T213000
DTSTAMP:20240821T162025Z
CREATED:20240821T161851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T162025Z
UID:1049-1729965600-1729978200@cortlandcuriosities.com
SUMMARY:Ghost Hunt at the 1890 House
DESCRIPTION:Attempt to reach through the veil after dark in the haunted Victorian mansion. Spend the evening at the 1890 House Museum for a guided paranormal investigation with the experienced team from Dream Seekers Paranormal group. Bring your own investigation tools or utilize the teams cutting edge technology. You better bring a friend\, because no one will believe the wild ghost stories you come back with.
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/ghost-hunt-at-the-1890-house-3/
LOCATION:1890 House Museum\, 37 Tompkins Street\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Halloween,History,Paranormal,Research
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T163000
DTSTAMP:20240923T172913Z
CREATED:20240923T172913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T172913Z
UID:1066-1729252800-1729269000@cortlandcuriosities.com
SUMMARY:Spirits of the 1890 House Tour
DESCRIPTION:In conjunction with Curiosity Trails Cabinet of Curiosity Market\, for one day only\, the 1890 House will hold a special tour! \nThe 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 Ghost Hunters investigated the home and since then several paranormal teams have explored the House. Our tour of the House will include information on the people who lived in the home\, history of Cortland’s early industrial era\, and findings of the paranormal investigations through the years. \nDo the spirits of the Wickwire family linger? Who is the little girl that plays tricks on the 3rd floor? Why were the mirrors above the fireplace removed in the 1920s? Who is still playing billiards and smoking cigars? \nAdmission $10(adult)\, Children (12+under) $5\, under 5 years old(free). Tours offered at at 12:00\, 1:30\, 3:00 Guided tours only- you may purchase tickets on our webpage/events or day of the tour.
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/spirits-of-the-1890-house-tour/
LOCATION:1890 House Museum\, 37 Tompkins Street\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,History,Paranormal
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T220000
DTSTAMP:20240821T143948Z
CREATED:20240821T143948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T143948Z
UID:1043-1728154800-1728165600@cortlandcuriosities.com
SUMMARY:Glamour\, Glitz\, Grit
DESCRIPTION:A fantastical Look at the History of American Burlesque. Every shimmy and shake will reveal another chapter\, from the scandalous Victorian origins to the over-the-top Neo-Burlesque we see today. At the heart of our dazzling spectacle is the incomparable Michelle L’Amour\, who has been featured on Americas Got Talent\, MTV\, Showtime and has captivated audiences worldwide with her unparalleled allure and wit. Prepare to be enthralled\, entertained\, and enchanted as we celebrate the timeless art of burlesque in all its glamorous\, glitzy\, and gritty glory. \nSHOW IS 18+
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/glamour-glitz-grit/
LOCATION:Center for the Arts of Homer\, 72 S. Main St\, Homer\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Comedy,History,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bees Knees Burlesque":MAILTO:beeskneesbabes@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T213000
DTSTAMP:20240821T161514Z
CREATED:20240821T161514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T161514Z
UID:1048-1728151200-1728163800@cortlandcuriosities.com
SUMMARY:Ghost Hunt at the 1890 House
DESCRIPTION:Attempt to reach through the veil after dark in a haunted Victorian mansion. Spend the evening at the 1890 House Museum for a guided paranormal investigation with the experienced team from Dream Seekers Paranormal group. Bring your own investigation tools or utilize the teams cutting edge technology. You better bring a friend\, because no one will believe the wild ghost stories you come back with.
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/ghost-hunt-at-the-1890-house-2/
LOCATION:1890 House Museum\, 37 Tompkins Street\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Halloween,History,Paranormal,Research
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T203000
DTSTAMP:20240909T150416Z
CREATED:20240909T150416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T150416Z
UID:1061-1726772400-1726777800@cortlandcuriosities.com
SUMMARY:Gravestone Carvers of Central New York
DESCRIPTION:Virgil Historical Society Presents: On the Trail of Coffin Man with Mary L. Dexter\n\n\n“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 carvers she named “Coffin Man”\, “Open Urn”\, and “Eclectic Man” and their unusual form of folk art. Let Mary take you on a journey from New York State to Pennsylvania\, Vermont\, and New Hampshire as she explores these 19th Century carvers of Central New York State.”\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/gravestone-carvers-of-central-new-york/
LOCATION:Virgil Town Hall\, 1176 Church Street\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240915T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240915T210000
DTSTAMP:20240808T183143Z
CREATED:20240808T183132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T183143Z
UID:1015-1726380000-1726434000@cortlandcuriosities.com
SUMMARY:Dio Day
DESCRIPTION:Rose Hall is proud to host DIO Day for the 2024 tribute to Ronnie James Dio and a benefit concert to support the “Ronnie James Dio CHS Music Scholarship Fund”. Tickets $15 BAND SCHEDULE TBA \n 
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/dio-day/
LOCATION:Rose Hall\, 19 Church Street\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T213000
DTSTAMP:20240821T161233Z
CREATED:20240821T161233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T161233Z
UID:1047-1726336800-1726349400@cortlandcuriosities.com
SUMMARY:Ghost Hunt at the 1890 House
DESCRIPTION:Attempt to reach through the veil after dark in the haunted Victorian mansion. Spend the evening at the 1890 House Museum for a guided paranormal investigation with the experienced team from Dream Seekers Paranormal group. Bring your own investigation tools or utilize the teams cutting edge technology. You better bring a friend\, because no one will believe the wild ghost stories you come back with.
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/ghost-hunt-at-the-1890-house/
LOCATION:1890 House Museum\, 37 Tompkins Street\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Paranormal,Research
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240805T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240805T170000
DTSTAMP:20240417T150406Z
CREATED:20240417T150406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T150406Z
UID:999-1722844800-1722877200@cortlandcuriosities.com
SUMMARY:Historic Costume Camp
DESCRIPTION:This 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 Cortland Corset Building\, and fashion/costume from the heyday of Cortland’s manufacturing boom. According to the curiosity and interest of our students\, we will then choose 2 pieces of clothing history to reconstruct. Anything from our own bloomers and shirtwaists to Victorian walking skirts and gentleman’s knee pants. Camp runs from 10am-2pm each day\, with pre-camp and post-camp hours available at $10/hr for those who want to add more.\nWeek 1\, June 24-27 COSPLAY CAMPWeek 2\, July 1-3 DOLL & STUFFIE CLINICWeek 3\, July 8-11 FASHION & UPCYCLING CAMPWeek 4\, July 17-19 ACCESSORY EXTRAVAGANZAWeek 5\, August 5-9 HISTORIC COSTUME CAMP\n\nRegistration is $375 per student and is limited to 6 students per camp. All supplies and materials are included in the registration fee. Register at the “Get Tickets” link or by Venmo-ing @StaceyGoldyn-Moller\, with payment and the memo “Historic Costume Camp”. For families in need\, please inquire about Sewing Camp Scholarship Opportunities via email at MagpieCortland@gmail.com
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/historic-costume-camp/
LOCATION:Magpie Custom Creations\, 75 E Court Street\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,History,workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T200000
DTSTAMP:20240701T190133Z
CREATED:20240701T190133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T190133Z
UID:1004-1722409200-1722456000@cortlandcuriosities.com
SUMMARY:Remembering the Greely Expedition
DESCRIPTION:Do you know who David Brainard is?  The Marathon Historical Society invites you to learn about this courageous man and his important part in The Greely Expedition (1881-1884). A special program will be presented in the Marathon High School Auditorium on Wednesday\, July 31 at 7 p.m.  Everyone is invited! You do not need to be a member of the Historical Society to attend.  Come and learn about this man who lived in the Town of Freetown.  It was his grit and wisdom that helped some of the explorers survive.  He became a Brigadier General\, wrote two books\, and is buried in Arlington Cemetery.
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/remembering-the-greely-expedition/
LOCATION:Marathon High School\, 1 E. Main Street\, Marathon\, NY\, 13803\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240624T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240624T140000
DTSTAMP:20240417T144351Z
CREATED:20240417T144351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T144351Z
UID:992-1719223200-1719237600@cortlandcuriosities.com
SUMMARY:Cosplay Costume Class
DESCRIPTION:This 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 Cortland Corset Building\, and fashion/costume from the heyday of Cortland’s manufacturing boom. According to the curiosity and interest of our students\, we will then choose 2 pieces of clothing history to reconstruct. Anything from our own bloomers and shirtwaists to Victorian walking skirts and gentleman’s knee pants. Camp runs from 10am-2pm each day\, with pre-camp and post-camp hours available at $10/hr for those who want to add more.\nWeek 1\, June 24-27 COSPLAY CAMPWeek 2\, July 1-3 DOLL & STUFFIE CLINICWeek 3\, July 8-11 FASHION & UPCYCLING CAMPWeek 4\, July 17-19 ACCESSORY EXTRAVAGANZAWeek 5\, August 5-9 HISTORIC COSTUME CAMP\n\nRegistration $375 per student\, and is limited to 6 students per camp. All supplies and materials are included in the registration fee. Register at the “Get Tickets” link or by Venmo-ing @StaceyGoldyn-Moller\, with payment and the memo “Historic Costume Camp”. For families in need\, please inquire about Sewing Camp Scholarship Opportunities via email at MagpieCortland@gmail.com
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/cosplay-costume-class/
LOCATION:Magpie Custom Creations\, 75 E Court Street\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T120000
DTSTAMP:20240404T133053Z
CREATED:20240404T133053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T133053Z
UID:991-1713006000-1713009600@cortlandcuriosities.com
SUMMARY:National Historic Marker Cleanup Day Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join the Cortland County Historical Society for National Historic Marker Cleanup Day!\nWhen: Friday\, April 26th\, Information session held on April 13th. Please be sure to attend this meeting if you plan on participating in clean-up day!\nCalling all history buffs and community-minded individuals! We’re excited to announce our participation in National Historic Marker Cleanup Day\, and we need YOUR help to make it a success! What to expect at the information session:\n-Team assignments for cleanup\n-Proper cleaning techniques instruction\n-Fun and camaraderie while preserving history!\nThis event is a fantastic opportunity to come together as a community and ensure that our historic markers shine bright for generations to come. Whether you’re passionate about history or just looking to make a positive impact\, we welcome all to join us!\nMark your calendars\, spread the word\, and let’s make history sparkle!
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/national-historic-marker-cleanup-day-workshop/
LOCATION:Cortland County Historical Society\, 25 Homer Avenue\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,History,Research
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