Little Falls Historical Society Museum Events

  • This day in history: October 31

    1825

    The flotilla of boats bearing Governor Clinton and party arrived in Little Falls at 10 o’clock in the morning as a part of the grand opening of the Erie Canal. His boat, “Seneca Chief,” was towed across the aqueduct to the basin. Following a parade, a banquet was held at McKinster’s Tavern. This occasion was the first authentic appearance of what was later known as the Little Falls Military Band. Elijah Case, Jr. was the leader of the band.

    1908

    The Little Falls Fish & Game Club received a carload of pike fry from the state hatchery in Constantia. The consignment was dumped into the Mohawk River near Jacksonburg. Anglers are looking forward to good fishing.

    2019

    Father J. Thomas Connery, age 82, as swept away in flood waters in the town of Norway while endeavoring to get to Newport to say mass on All Saints Day. Father Connery’s first assignment as a priest was at St. Mary’s church from 1963 to 1966, and he later returned to Little Falls as pastor from 1981 to 1990.

  • This day in history: November 1

    1891

    Forty-eight Italians arrived in Little Falls from Buffalo to work on the Little Falls – Dolgeville railroad.

    1893

    “Big Frank,” the little 90 pound kangaroo, which was to have boxed at the Star Academy, died in that building from cramps.

    1952

    Radio station WLFH broadcast a pre-election segment to supplement their coverage of the Get Out the Vote campaign which began on Oct. 8 with the mission of registering unregistered voters and continued through the month as this week’s Election Day approached. The program was a live broadcast from 6:30-6:45 hosted by committee chairperson, Edwin Marion, who summarized the efforts and interviewed 4 key volunteers in the campaign: Mrs. Frederika Conrad, Miss Inez McCoy, Chief Francis Reardon and Mr. Walter Sheff.

From the Cooney Archives

News and Updates

4th grade students on their Little Falls Historic Entry field trip.

TWO EVENTS HIGHLIGHT DEDICATION OF LITTLE FALLS HISTORIC ENTRY

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The Little Falls Historic Entry has become a physical reality. Two recent events served to highlight this community milestone.

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Escape from Slavery and Life in Little Falls

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Addison and Lucinda Phillips, a Black family, lived most of their adult lives here beginning in mid-1863, raised their nine children here, and are buried locally.

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Researching Your Family History

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Sometimes, it hits you that you’re not just one person. Other people define you, and you define them. We’re all in a network of history.

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POTLUCK PICNIC TUESDAY JULY 22 6PM ROTARY PARK

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Please bring a chair if possible. Bring a dish to share with serving spoon.

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Vietnam War combat veteran John Frazier viewing monument following its unveiling.Vietnam War combat veteran John Frazier viewing monument following its unveiling.

Agent Orange Monument Dedication Ceremony

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June 14th Flag Day brought a special event to Ward Square, the Agent Orange Commemorative Monument was dedicated.

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Small Town Collaboration Inspired by NYC-based Labor Group

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Thursday June 5th brought a remarkable program to Little Falls Public Library with Steven Davis of the New York Labor History Association.

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June 19th Little Falls Historic Entry Dedication Ceremony

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The LITTLE FALLS HISTORIC ENTRY will be formally dedicated at a ceremony on East Main Street at the bottom of Ward Squareat 10:00 AM on June 19th.

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