PUBLIC PROGRAMS

Saturday, November 3  11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (NYSL)

Vicki Weiss, Senior Librarian at the New York State Library, will provide an overview of materials in the State Library's collections that can be used to research the Civil War, including regimental units, individual soldiers, diaries, correspondence, broadsides, etc. Keith Swaney, Archives & Records Management Specialist at the New York State Archives, will discuss materials in the State Archives' collections that can be used to research the Civil War such as the Civil War Soldier database, abstracts of muster rolls, etc.
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Saturday, November 3  1–2 p.m.

Learn more about the history of New York's involvement in the Civil War – the state's role leading up to war, during the war and Reconstruction – and the lasting impact the war had on New Yorkers.  The tour will highlight specific artifacts and stories from around New York State.

Saturday, November 3  1–3 p.m.

Families are welcome to join Museum art instructor Peggy Steinbach for a creative activity based on a Museum exhibition. For more information, call 518-473-7154 or e-mail psteinba@mail.nysed.gov

Saturday, November 24  1–4 p.m.

Visit An Irrepressable Conflict: The Empire State in the Civil War exhibition, then join Museum staff in some creative, educational and hands-on activities based on what you have just discovered. Make some crafts, play some war-time games, listen to stories and learn what life was like in the North and South during the mid-1800's.

Wednesday, December 12  6-7 p.m.

P. Thomas Carroll, Executive Director of the Hudson Mohawk Industrial
Gateway and RiverSpark, New York State’s First Heritage Area presents a lecture on Henry Burden. This genius inventor brought fame to Troy, N.Y with his patents on unique machinery. He also built boats, developed agricultural implements, and railroad spikes out of iron. He was the first man to produce horse shoes by machine in the entire world. With that accomplishment, Burden Iron Works helped outfit many troops of the union Army with all their horseshoe supplies. Support for this program is provided by RBC Wealth Management.

Friday, December 28   11–11:30 a.m.

Explore the Museum and look for clues to identify “mystery objects.” Join us as we tour different exhibitions and examine all that is hidden within. Each tour includes hands-on materials from the museum’s collections. Best suited for children ages 4-10. Individuals and small groups are welcome to attend this free public program.

Saturday, January 12   12-4 p.m.

What impact did New York State have on the Civil War? Discover the answer and more by exploring an array of New York state historic sites and cultural institutions at the New York State Museum. There will be exciting hands-on activities, fascinating artifacts, and information on regional events to enjoy throughout the year.

Saturday, January 12   1–2 p.m.

Learn more about the history of New York's involvement in the Civil War – the state’s role leading up to war, during the war and Reconstruction – and the lasting impact the war had on New Yorkers. The tour will highlight specific artifacts and stories from around New York State.

Wednesday, January 16   7-8 p.m.

In August 1861, the 44th New York Infantry regiment formed in response to the death of Colonel Elmer Ellsworth, a New York native, nationally-known military figure, and a personal friend of Abraham Lincoln. Nicknamed "Ellsworth's Avengers," the 44th was unique in that it raised troops from throughout the state rather than from a particular community. The regiment's service included important action in the Peninsula Campaign, Gettysburg, and the Wilderness. This lecture will focus on how the 44th New York Regiment offers an opportunity to examine the military, political, and social experience of war both from a New York and a national perspective. Support for this program is provided by RBC Wealth Management.

Sunday, February 3   1–2 p.m.

Learn more about the history of New York in the years leading up to and after the Civil War. This tour will feature African Americans from New York State and their compelling stories.




Support for this program is provided by RBC Wealth Management.