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Fulton County Historical Society programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
Upcoming Events
Historic Songs of Appalachia and Old Time Fiddle Circle with Cosby and Tom
Sunday, June 22nd, 1pm
Free
The Appalachian Mountains stretch from Georgia to Maine, and were considered the new frontier when settled by the Scots-Irish and Germans. These groups sought freedom from government and prejudice, as well as cheaper land. Their history is both charming and dark as they struggled to survive and bring their culture with them, especially their music! Program includes ten songs with interesting narrative, about one hour, for adults and teenagers. Bring your string instruments and join in after the program — or just listen — to an old time fiddle circle with Cosby!
Hands on History for Kids
Thursdays, July 10, 17, 24, 31, 10-11am
Free
Join the Fulton County Historical Society on special Thursday mornings for Hands on History at the museum! Each week, we’ll focus on a different theme and use our exhibits and collections to explore these themes in local history. We’ll finish the morning with a craft activity. This program is geared toward ages 5-10.
- July 10th: Story Time with the Gloversville Public Library (please note, this program starts at 10:30)
- July 17th: The Circus is Coming to Town!
- July 24th: Immigrants Empire Board Game with Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site
- July 31st: WWII Rationing Test Kitchen
Outlander in the Mohawk Valley Series
A Tale of Two Frasers: Scottish Immigration to Colonial New York with Samantha Hall-Saladino
August 6th, 7pm
Free
Outlander in the Mohawk Valley Series
Sabre Wounds, Scurvy, & Smallpox: A Medical History Examination of Outlander with Anne Clothier
August 27th, 7pm
Free
Have you ever wondered what you would have done in Claire Beauchamp Randall Fraser’s shoes? Could you have set a dislocated shoulder, removed a musket ball or treated typhus? Join us to discover the medical world of Outlander with historian Anne Clothier. From herbal remedies to surgical procedures, we will discuss medical cases from the books and the show, discuss the authenticity of their portrayals, and learn how the ailments and injuries would have been treated in the 18th century. Recipes for remedies you can try at home will also be shared. The presenter will display items and instruments from her collection of medical antiques.
Outlander in the Mohawk Valley Series
“Freedom & whisky gang thegither:” Whisky & Revolution in the Mohawk Valley with Samantha Saladino & Erie Canal Distillers
September 6th, 2pm at Erie Canal Distillers in Fort Plain
Tickets TBA
Outlander in the Mohawk Valley Series
Stroud & Silver, Beaver & Bear: The Fur Trade & Diplomacy on the Borderlands with Ian Mumpton
September 24th, 7pm
Free
For those living on the borderlands between the territories of the Six Nations and the British Empire in the 1760’s, trade and diplomacy were inextricably linked, with the fur trade holding the key to wealth and diplomatic power for European colonists and Indigenous people alike. Pelts harvested by Native fur trappers and destined for the London fur markets were traded for European textiles, tools, weaponry, and adornment. See and touch reproductions of 18th century objects as Ian Mumpton talks about the fur trade and the role of Sir William Johnson and the British Indian Department in facilitating and regulating it.
Ian Mumpton is the Interpretive Programs Assistant at Johnson Hall, developing and delivering interpretive educational programming about the many people who make up the story of this crossroads of cultures on the borderland between empires. His work is work focused on highlighting the stories of Loyalists, Native Americans, and enslaved people of African ancestry in our shared colonial history. In his spare time, he also researches and practices the martial arts of 17th century colonial New Netherland.
Outlander in the Mohawk Valley Series
Women of the Saratoga Campaign wit Anne Clothier
November 12th, 7pm
Free