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Archive Adventures: Discover New York’s Hidden Stories

June 12, 2025

11 am
Discovery Place

Free

Curious about New York's past? Come uncover the stories behind the state's history— one document at a time! Join us every Thursday at 11:00 a.m. for "Ask an Archivist" at the New York State Museum. Each session offers a peek into New York State’s rich and surprising history through carefully chosen original documents, photographs, and videos. An expert archivist will be on hand to share stories, answer your questions, and reveal how we uncover and preserve the past. You never know what fascinating piece of history you’ll discover!

Juneteenth & Civil War Military Records

Come meet Archivist Monica Gray to learn about Juneteenth and military records! View military service records from the Civil War and discover the stories of New Yorkers who served!

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