Scott Brayden is scarcely out of college, but he has already amassed an impressive collection of 18th and 19th century historic artifacts from Essex, NY and environs. Frequent visits with his grandparents at Buena Vista Park ever since childhood have fostered his passion … [Read more...] about Scott Brayden Digs Essex History
History
Andy Buchanan on The Place of the U.S. Civil War in the World
The Adirondack History Center Museum is offering the second lecture in the Elizabeth HW Lawrence Summer Lecture Series on Tuesday, July 16 at 7:00pm. The lecture features Andy Buchanan, North Country resident and lecturer in Global and Military History at the University of … [Read more...] about Andy Buchanan on The Place of the U.S. Civil War in the World
Museum Announces Adirondack Fire Tower Exploration Program
The Adirondack History Center Museum announces three dates for the Adirondack Fire Tower Exploration Program: July 11, July 25 and August 17. Join naturalist David Thomas-Train for a full day of activities, or attend any portion of the day. The program begins at 10 am with an … [Read more...] about Museum Announces Adirondack Fire Tower Exploration Program
Adirondack Museum
Since 1957, the Adirondack Museum has shared the history of the people who have lived, worked and played in the Adirondack Park. The history of the very place on which the museum sits mirrors the history of the Adirondacks: from lumber camp to summer hotel to museum, it embodies … [Read more...] about Adirondack Museum
Vintage Stereoview: Wilder House
It’s time for another vintage Essex, NY, image! This is the second in a series of stereoviews that we have recently acquired. What is a Stereoview? So you may be wondering-- just what is a stereoview? Photographers produced these double image cards to be used with a stereo … [Read more...] about Vintage Stereoview: Wilder House