Onondaga Historical Association exhibits and museums can be found around downtown Syracuse and across Onondaga County. From the War Memorial to branches in the Onondaga County Library system, OHA brings our history to you.
To filter the available exhibits, choose Permanent, Temporary, or Offsite. Each exhibit’s location is directly below the provided image. Head to the Visit section to learn about how you can find the one you would like to see. “Permanent Exhibits” include permanent exhibit installations at OHA museums, as well as at off-site locations. “Temporary Exhibits” consist of exhibits that are available only for temporary periods and include those at OHA museums as well as those at various off-site locations. “Off-Site Exhibits” consist of exhibits that are not located at one of OHA’s museums and include both permanent and temporary exhibit installations.
Please note that while many are easily accessible, not all of them are available to the public. Please click on the exhibit you would like to see and check the right side of the page to learn more about the accessibility of each exhibit. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to call an OHA staff member (315-428-1864).
OHA is a private nonprofit educational association of heritage related Services, Museums, Research and Educational Centers, and Retail Operations.
Onondaga Historical Association’s programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
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Freedom Bound: Syracuse & The Underground Railroad
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Pages of the Past: The Personal Archives of Scrapbooks
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Suit Up! A Look at Syracuse Sporting Uniforms Through the Years
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Fernando Carter: The Man & His Artwork
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From Laying the Foundation to Forging Ahead: Jewish Contributions to Syracuse & Onondaga County
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Onondaga County: The Heart of New York
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Syracuse China: Fired Forms of the American Experience
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Onondaga County Courthouse: Onondaga Lake’s Heritage
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Stalwart in Structure, Beautiful in Design
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Military History Museum at the OnCenter War Memorial
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A Brief History of Syracuse Sports at Shaughnessy’s Pub, Marriott Syracuse Downtown
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A Historic Location: Onondaga Community College
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Skä•noñh – Great Law of Peace Center: Continuance and Contributions
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Skä•noñh – Great Law of Peace Center: Sainte Marie Mission Site Museum
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Skä•noñh – Great Law of Peace Center: Contact
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Skä•noñh – Great Law of Peace Center: The Peacemaker’s Journey & The Great Law of Peace
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Skä•noñh – Great Law of Peace Center: Creation
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Tonto Revisited: Native American Stereotypes
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Skä•noñh – Great Law of Peace Center: Thanksgiving Address
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