Medal “Breakfast” 2020 Virtual Event
The OHA Medal is the highest honor that this organization can bestow upon an individual for contributions made to the cause of preserving and interpreting our heritage. This year, since getting together in person is not safe, we are holding our medal event virtually! Links to watch the event will be sent out at 12:00 am […]
OHA’s Notorious Glorious 2020
Our Glorious Workplaces is usually the highlight of OHA's yearly events and features one company and the work they have done to promote our community's history. This year, with the novel Coronavirus still playing a factor, we are flipping the script and bringing you a virtual variety show, reminiscent of the popular late-night talk shows […]
Without A Whisper: Konnón:Kwe – A Virtual Screening
Zoom EventDecember 2nd: Join us for a virtual film screening of Without a Whisper – Konnón:kwe, the untold story of the profound influence of Indigenous women on the beginning of the women’s rights movement in the United States, and a follow-up Q&A session with film Director and Producer, Katsitsionni Fox; Mohawk Bear Clan Mother, Louise Herne; Executive […]
OHA Bedtime Stories – SU’s Two Helens & Dumbo the Flying Elephant
Back by popular demand are OHA's Bedtime Stories! In this next installment of the series, learn more about some of Onondaga County's most significant, historic people. We'll be soaring into the first episode on January 15th with a glimpse of how two local Helens, who attended Syracuse University, made a precious little elephant with big […]
Women’s Suffrage Exhibit Virtual Tour
Central New York was a hotbed of activity during the Women's Suffrage Movement in the early 20th century. OHA's Women's Suffrage exhibit reflects the progress and steps women took to gain their freedoms. Join OHA curators, Thomas Hunter & Robert Searing ("Curator Bob") as they walk us through the exhibit, pointing out some of the […]
Michael T. Keene on “Abandoned: The Untold Story of the Orphan Trains”
Michael Keene, local history author and frequent guest speaker at public libraries, senior centers, and historical societies has produced an unique online program titled based off his book, “Abandoned: The Untold Story of the Orphan Trains." The program will air on YouTube Premiere, February 1, 2021 at 11:00am (EST). The program is free but requires […]
OHA’s Bedtime Stories: Margaret Olivia Slocum Sage
OHA Facebook Page --, --In honor of Women's History Month, enjoy the story of one local woman who lived a life of extremes. From poverty-stricken years as a teacher to financial and social freedom as an elderly, wealthy widow, Olivia Slocum Sage used her wealth to give back to her community in order to improve society and create more opportunities for […]
Michael T. Keene’s “The Psychic Highway: How the Erie Canal Changed America”
Zoom EventMichael Keene, local history author and frequent guest speaker at public libraries, senior centers, and historical societies has produced an unique online program titled based off his book, “The Psychic Highway: How the Erie Canal Changed America." The program will air on YouTube Premiere, April 1, 2021 at 11:00am (EST). The program is free but […]
OHA Bedtime Stories – James Pass
Virtual EventThe father of American fine china, James Pass brings together science and art to create a versatile, useful china that has lasted 100+ years. Most people (at least in Central New York) can still look in their cabinets, flip over their plate and find that iconic Syracuse China logo. Learn how the Pass, a skilled […]
OHA’s Medal Award
Virtual EventThe OHA Medal is the highest honor that this organization can bestow upon an individual for contributions made to the cause of preserving and interpreting our heritage. This year, help us honor: Oren Lyons, Faithkeeper of the Onondaga Nation The Dunbar Association Stickley Audi & Co. We are holding our medal event virtually again this […]