OHA Book Club – Quoting Matilda by Sue Savion
Onondaga Historical Association 321 Montgomery Street, SyracuseIn October, the OHA Book Club will be discussing Quoting Matilda by Sue Savion. Though Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton are well-known historical names, that of Matilda Joslyn Gage usually evokes the response, "Who?" Yet, this amazing woman contributed equally for many years as part of a triumvirate with Anthony and Stanton. Matilda […]
The Resorts of Onondaga Lake with Town of Geddes Historian Susan Millet
Skä•noñh-Great Law of Peace Center 6680 Onondaga Lake Parkway, Liverpool, NY, United StatesJoin us on Sunday, October 16th at the Skä•noñh - Great Law of Peace Center as we welcome Town of Geddes Historian Susan Millet. Susan will present photos from the Collections of the Geddes Historical Society and tell the stories of Onondaga Lake's resorts. Solvay-Geddes Historical Society's mission is to collect, preserve, and showcase historical artifacts of the greater […]
The Man Behind the Curtain: The Creation of the Land of Oz
Onondaga Historical Association 321 Montgomery Street, SyracuseThe Onondaga Historical Association will host a one man performance of THE MAN BEHIND THE CURTAIN, written and performed by J.D. Newman. The play follows of the creation of THE LAND OF OZ and the memorable characters Dorothy, the Scare Crow, the Tin Man, the Lion, and Toto as originally conceived by author L. Frank […]
Syracuse Area Paranormal: Spirit Search at the Old Bell Telephone Building
Onondaga Historical Association 321 Montgomery Street, SyracuseOn October 29th, join Syracuse Area Paranormal (S.A.P) and The Paranormal Chef for an All Saints’ Eve investigation of the dark nooks and crannies of the 110-year-old Bell Telephone Building, now housing Onondaga County’s artifacts, history, urban legends, and lore. The evening will include two tours, 6pm and 7:45pm and will last approximately 90 minutes. Cost: […]
Halloween Talespins
Onondaga Historical Association 321 Montgomery Street, SyracuseThis Halloween, treat yourself to a goody bag of tricks, ancient customs, strange happenings, and ghostly tales of Central New York all conjured up in this OHA special presentation. It is a fun way to celebrate all hallows eve for young and old. OHA Members & Children 10-16: $5 General Public: $7.50 To make reservations, call […]
OHA Book Club – “Hot Time in the Old Town: The Great Heat Wave of 1896 and the Rise of Roosevelt” by Edward P. Kohn
Onondaga Historical Association 321 Montgomery Street, SyracuseThis November, OHA Book Club will discuss Hot Time in the Old Town: The Great Heat Wave of 1896 and the Rise of Roosevelt by Edward P. Kohn. From Amazon One of the worst natural disasters in American history, the 1896 New York heat wave killed almost 1,500 people in ten oppressively hot days. The heat coincided […]
Take Two: Syracuse Area Paranormal – Spirit Search at the Old Bell Telephone Building
Onondaga Historical Association 321 Montgomery Street, SyracuseOn Saturday, November 19th, join Syracuse Area Paranormal (S.A.P) and The Paranormal Chef for an investigation of the dark nooks and crannies of the 110-year-old Bell Telephone Building, now housing Onondaga County’s artifacts, history, urban legends, and lore. The tour will last approximately 90 minutes. Cost: OHA members, $20. General Public, $25. Reservations are required. For […]
Snowy Splendor and Downton Comes Downtown Exhibit Reception & Holiday Sale
Onondaga Historical Association 321 Montgomery Street, SyracuseTo put you into the holiday spirit, OHA is hosting a fun-filled shopping and cultural event. Enjoy the OHA Carolers during our exhibit reception for"Downton Comes Downtown: What the Fashionable Wore in Onondaga County from 1900 to 1930" and "Snowy Splendor: Winter Scenes of Onondaga County" OHA's Gift Gallery will also be holding a special […]
The Christmas Connection
Onondaga Historical Association 321 Montgomery Street, SyracuseOHA's charming radio host and his knowledgeable guest, a yuletide expert, will share everything you wanted to know about Christmas. This gathering will be an hour filled with fun, songs, and traditions as the audience becomes part of the celebration. It is certain to leave you in the spirit of the season. Cost: OHA Members: $5 General Public: […]
Syracuse Area Paranormal Spirit Search of OHA, Part III with Chris Di Cesare Presentation and Book Signing
Onondaga Historical Association 321 Montgomery Street, SyracuseOn January 14th, join Syracuse Area Paranormal (S.A.P) and The Paranormal Chef for an All Saints’ Eve investigation of the dark nooks and crannies of the 110-year-old Bell Telephone Building, now housing Onondaga County’s artifacts, history, urban legends, and lore. Chris Di Cesare will also provide a presentation and sign copies of his book, "The Ghost Boy […]