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MANY Call for Proposals

Published November 15, 2021 | State History

This article originally appeared on the MANY website.

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2022 NYAC Call for Session Proposals

Published November 12, 2021 | State History

This article originally appeared in a New York Archives Conference newsletter.

The New York Archives Conference Program Committee seeks session proposals relating to archival issues. We aim to create a diverse program that involves traditional presentations as well as...

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New York State Archives Announces 2021 Student Research Award Winners

Published November 2, 2021 | State History

This article originally appeared in a New York State Archives Partnership Trust Newsletter.

The NYS Archives are pleased to announce the winners of the 2021 Student Research Awards, an annual statewide competition open to all New York State students in grades 4-12. Awards...

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“A Taste of History” Visits Old Fort Niagara

Published November 1, 2021 | State History

This article originally appeared in an Old Fort Niagara Press Release.

The Emmy Award-winning television series, A Taste of History, wrapped up three days of filming at Old Fort Niagara in Youngstown, NY. The series recreates culinary heritage by cooking...

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New Netherland Institute Announces New Director

Published November 1, 2021 | State History

This article originally appeared in a New Netherland Institute newsletter.

It with distinct pleasure that the New Netherland Institute announces the appointment of Ms. Deborah Hamer, Ph.D., as a Director, New Netherland Institute (NNI)  effective November 1, 2021....

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AASLH 2022 Annual Meeting Call for Proposals

Published October 21, 2021 | State History

This article originally appeared on the AASLH website.

Started in 2021, AASLH offers a dual format conference: two meetings, one in-person and one online, joined by a single theme. The 2022 AASLH Annual Meeting will be held September 14-17 in Buffalo with the 2022 Online...

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Rome Historical Society Call for Presenters

Published October 19, 2021 | State History

This article originally appeared in a Rome Historical Society press release.

Rome Historical Society (RHS) is a local museum and research library dedicated to preserving, collecting, presenting, and interpreting local history. RHS staff is looking for presenter for 2022 public...

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Grand Opening November 17th - Onondaga Historical Association's Brewseum at Heritage Hill 

Published October 13, 2021 | State History

This article originally appeared in an Onondaga Historical Association newsletter.

OHA's long-awaited museum celebrating Central New York's brewing history will soon be open!  Our newest collaboration - an exciting partnership with Heritage Hill Brewhouse...

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DHPSNY Planning & Assessment Applications Due Friday, Nov. 5

Published October 5, 2021 | State History

This article orignally appeared in a DHPSNY newsletter.

October is here, and with four weeks left before the November 5, 2021 deadline, it's the perfect time to start an application for DHPSNY Planning and Assessment Services! Not only are our services designed to help the...

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Geneseo Center for Local and Municipal History Awarded NEH Grant

Published October 5, 2021 | State History

This article originally appeared in a Geneseo Center for Local and Municipal History newsletter.

Some Exciting news from the Geneseo Center for Local and Municipal History. The NEH announced today that we will be receiving an NEH-SHARP grant to support the Center.  The money will...

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NEH Awards $87.8 Million in ARP Relief Funding for Economic Recovery to Cultural and Educational Institutions

Published October 5, 2021 | State History

This article originally appeared on the National Endowment for the Humanities website.

The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) announced $87.8 million...

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Registration Open for PastForward 2021

Published October 5, 2021 | State History

This article originally appeared on the National Trust for Historic Preservation website.

Join thousands of preservationists and preservation lovers at the nation’s premier conference for those who work to save, sustain, and interpret historic places.

With more than 32...

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Kirkland Scene: Benedict Arnold

Published October 5, 2021 | State History

This article was written by Richard Williams, Kirkland and Clinton Municipal Historian.

As we are near to the 244th  anniversary of the second battle of Saratoga in October 7, 1777, let’s take a look at one of the most brilliant and heroic...

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Oneida County History Center 2021 Historical Hall of Fame & Living Legends Announced

Published September 17, 2021 | State History

This article originally appeared on the Oneida County History Center website.

The Oneida County Historical Hall of Fame, begun in 1946, has named five individuals to its 2021 inductee class: writer Jack Behrens, international literacy advocate Welthy Honsinger Fisher,...

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Dispensing Justice from a Distance: Journal of the NYS Courts During the Pandemic

Published September 17, 2021 | State History

This article originally appeared in a Historical Society of the New York Courts newsletter.

When COVID-19 shut down New York, the courts stayed open. How did the vital work of the courts continue?

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Guide to Student Research and Historical Argumentation

Published September 9, 2021 | State History

This article originally appeared in a National History Day newsletter.

NHD is pleased to share a brand-new resource, the Guide to Student Research and Historical Argumentation. This free teacher guide was created and co-branded with the Library of Congress and written by...

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The Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation Awards Critical Support to The History Center in Tompkins County for Increased Access to Community Archives.

Published September 8, 2021 | State History

This article originally appeared on the History Center in Tompkins County website.

The History Center in Tompkins County was awarded funding from the Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation for critical archival projects. This support is key for improving remote access to the museum’s...

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Time to Get Started on National History Day 2022

Published September 8, 2021 | State History

This article originally appeared in a National History Day newsletter.

Visit nhd.org/theme for all the resources you need for #NHD2022 and the theme of Debate & Diplomacy in History: Success, Failures, Consequences. Download the 2022 contest theme book and the 2022...

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William G. Pomeroy Foundation Announces New Grant Round Opening of Historic Transportation Canals Marker Program

Published September 7, 2021 | State History

This article originally appeared on the William G. Pomeroy Foundation website.

The William G. Pomeroy Foundation has announced the newest grant round of its Historic Transportation Canals Marker Grant Program, opening Tuesday, September 7. This program commemorates the historical...

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Seven Documentary Heritage Program Grants Awarded

Published September 1, 2021 | State History

This article originally appeared in an Archives Partnership Trust newsletter.

Documentary Heritage Program (DHP) grants are designed to build a more comprehensive and equitable documentation of New York State's history and culture by supporting...

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