Lyceums flourished in the United States from the mid-19th century and were important in the development of adult education. Lecturers, musicians, singers and readers traveled the "lyceum circuit," going from town to town to entertain, speak, or debate. The current Lyceum Series … [Read more...] about Whallonsburg Grange Winter 2014 Lyceum Series
Adirondack Park
State Closes on Addition to Adirondack Park
Late last year we informed you when the Adirondack Park gained 69,000 acres, and we're now updating you with the news that the state has closed on a second piece of property to increase the park's land in a second phase of that deal. The complete 69,000 acre tract purchased by … [Read more...] about State Closes on Addition to Adirondack Park
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
Fantastic Fungi of the Adirondacks
Fantastic Fungi of the Adirondacks Class Instructor: Rick Van de Poll, Ph.D. August 21-24, 2013 Cost: $450.00, which includes meals. Maximum Class Size: 8 This short course on mycology will introduce the beginner and amateur mushroomer to the intricate world of higher fungi in … [Read more...] about Fantastic Fungi of the Adirondacks
Kay Olan, Mohawk Storyteller Connects Two Worlds
Mohawk storyteller Kay Olan (Ionataiewas) shares traditional Iroquois (Haudenosaunee) stories to challenge stereotypes about Native Americans by exposing children and adults to her culture. "We are proud of our identity," Olan explains. She describes herself as "living in two … [Read more...] about Kay Olan, Mohawk Storyteller Connects Two Worlds