Established to house Alice T. Miner’s collection of furniture and decorative arts, the museum has been a center for education and community since 1924.
Join us on June 25 for our next virtual program with @dhpsny as they share how they connect #nysmuseums to the tools they need to care for their archives. Program is free; advance registration required. https://t.co/x2hU4J597S
Did you know that drivers once had to provide their own license plates for their vehicles? Prior to 1903, New York State drivers had to create their own rear plates that showed their initials at least three inches high. Learn more NY license plate facts in this short video!
Thanks to the CCRS Drama Club for a great performance last night (and for bringing Double Stuf Oreos). Looking forward to more collaboration in the future!
#OTD 1818 – The US Senate ratifies the Rush–Bagot Treaty, establishing the border with #Canada, & limiting naval armaments on the Great Lakes & Lake Champlain. It created the world's longest east–west boundary—(5,525 mi), & the longest demilitarized border in the world. #History
Teachers and students of history: Registration for the annual Capital Region History Day competition closes on March 5! For more information on this year’s theme and how to participate, visit: https://t.co/M1BxUartKR
You can’t help falling in love with this exquisite piece of Tuscarora (Haudenosaunee) beadwork by Bryan Printup that showcases historic beadwork techniques and aesthetics. NYSM Collection of Contemporary Native American Art: https://t.co/dcz17Zsw9K
Today is a very sweet day! We are of course talking about #PancakeTuesday and what pancake is complete without a little maple syrup? #DYK Canada is the world’s leading producer and exporter of maple products, accounting for 71% of the global market? 🥞🍁 https://t.co/uu39RbbNcE