Little Falls Historical Society Museum Events
This day in history: July 25
1952
Restante’s Dairy Bar at 87 Flint Avenue advertised “a new taste thrill,” their own spumoni ice cream.
1923
Governor Alfred E. Smith made a brief stop in Little Falls, and strolled into the City Hall to renew his friendship with the mayor and other city officials who were at the time attending a meeting of the Grade Crossing Commission. “Hello fellows,” said the state executive, who had his wife and children in tow, as he stepped into the room.
1941
Little Falls threw a street dance for 300 men in the 18th Quartermaster Battalion of the 4th Armored Division who camped overnight on the Middleville Road. The Rhythm Dukes provided music, and about 2,000 Little Falls residents watched or joined in.
The Privy and the Pear Tree: Unearthing Little Falls History in Your Own Backyard
/by Little Falls Historical Society MuseumThe Little Falls Historical Society invites you to attend a special presentation given by Laura Laubenthal for a fun evening of discovery.
More than 150 Donors Help Reopen Francis Skinner Municipal Pool
/by Little Falls Historical Society MuseumMore than 150 donors contributed $118,538 in just four months, making it possible for the Francis Skinner Municipal Pool to open for the 2026 season.
Imagine That…We the People of the United States of America
/by Little Falls Historical Society MuseumThe concept of our country exists in our imaginations. We are a country formed by imagined truths turned into powerful words that united us in a Revolution
THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE 1776 – 2026
/by Little Falls Historical Society MuseumAs our nation celebrates the semi-quincentennial of the Declaration of Independence, we must also reflect upon this seminal document’s true meaning.
Little Falls Historical Society Membership Picnic
/by Little Falls Historical Society MuseumJoin us for our annual summer picnic along the Erie Canal / Mohawk River at beautiful Rotary Park. This event is open to Historical Society members and their guests.
New Swimming Pool a Busy Place on First Day of Use on August 9, 1961
/by Little Falls Historical Society MuseumLittle Falls Evening Times – Opening of the new swimming pool near the Monroe Street field was a big splash. About 400 swimmers, mostly children, were on hand for the first dip.
Common Burial Ground Monument Dedication Ceremony on June 6th
/by Little Falls Historical Society MuseumThis is an open invitation, and all are welcome. We’re looking forward to having you join us!