NOTICE: Little Falls Historical Society Museum closure Friday, September 27, 2024
The Historical Society Museum will be closed the afternoon of Friday, September 27, 2024, due to a scheduling overlap.
Entries by Little Falls Historical Society Museum
HAPPY CONSTITUTION DAY – SEPT. 17
September 17 is designated as Constitution Day commemorate the signing of the U.S. Constitution in Philadelphia on September 17, 1787.
LITTLE FALLS HISTORIC ENTRY SIGNAGE NOW IN PLACE
The purpose of the HISTORIC ENTRY sign on Route 5 east of the city is to encourage more westbound traffic onto East Main Street.
In Memory of Ann Schuyler (1931-2024)
Ann authored four articles for the Historical Society writing series, each reflecting on life experiences, memories, and family lore.
1795 CANAL GUARD GATE SIGNAGE IN PLACE
The Little Falls Historical Society and Rotary Little Falls collaboration to replace the Western Inland Navigation Lock Canal signs.
From the Cooney Archives: This Day in History on August 6, 1781
On August 6, 1781, a war party of sixty or more Indigenous Indians and Tories, accompanied by the Loyalist McDonald, struck the Schell settlement northwest of Little Falls.
From the Cooney Archives: This Day in History on July 4, 1880
On July 4, 1880, a crowd of 15,000 gathered in Little Falls to watch the maiden flight of balloonist Mary Hawley.
From the Cooney Archives: This Day in History on June 28, 1878
On June 28, 1878, Authorities are enforcing the law regarding cattle running in the village streets. It is hoped that property owners will take down cattle fences in front of their homes and put in beautiful lawns to beautify our streets.
Charlie Young: From Undefeated Football Team to Wrestler Revolt–And Beyond
Known as “Chub” by his family and close friends, Charlie taught and coached at LFHS for over two decades, and left an indelible mark.
From the Cooney Archives: This Day in History on May 29, 1827
On May 29, 1827, An attempt by Judge Sanders Lansing, who represented the Ellice Estate, to write a second charter in 1826 was aborted.