We are pleased to announce these upcoming events:
35 Miles on the Erie Canal
Presenter: Elaine Peters, Jordan Village Historian
In this year that celebrates the Erie Canal’s 200th Anniversary, we will explore the magnificent engineering, the savvy businessmen, and the bustling villages along its route through Onondaga County.
Program will be held at Pompey Town Hall, corner of Rt 20 and Pompey Center Road.
World War Casualties of Madison County
Presenter: Matthew Urtz, Madison County Historian
Matthew will talk about his book, World War Casualties of Madison County, which tells the story of over 200 soldiers who were killed during their World War I or II service. Matthew will also share his interesting research process resources by which he was able to identify Madison County soldiers previously unidentified by County records.
Program will be held at the Pompey Historical Society Heritage Center, corner of Rt 20 and Pompey Center Road.
The Loomis Gang
Presenter: Sue Greenhagen, Historian, Village of Morrisville and Town of Eaton
Sue portrays former Sheriff of Madison County, William F. Bonney, who tells the history of a notorious 19th-century crime family located in central New York. Come hear about the characters, the crimes, and the consequences of the Loomis crime spree. We will be wishing Sue Happy Birthday after her presentation!
Program will be held at the Pompey Historical Society Heritage Center, corner of Rt 20 and Pompey Center Road.
Eight Presidents Most People Know Nothing About
Presenter: Dr. Larry Cook, Presidential Historian and Scholar
Learn about eight U.S. Presidents who have fallen into the recesses of history and are rarely talked about or recognized today. Dr. Cook will also have a display of memorabilia from his private collection of Presidential artifacts pertaining to these fascinating former Presidents.
We are so happy to welcome Larry into the PHS fold where we intend to make good use of his knowledge and skills. We also welcome him back to Pompey where he grew up and where his parents still reside in the Hamlet of Oran!
Program will be held at the Pompey Historical Society Heritage Center, corner of Rt 20 and Pompey Center Road.
This Old House
Presenter: Jeffery Kellish, Syracuse University Masters Candidate in Archaeology
An historic trip through time through the artifacts left behind by the early settlers on the Kellish Farm site on Pompey Center Road. The time period covered is circa 1790 through the 1920s. Jeffery’s archaeological studies have been and are currently based, in part, on this investigation of the family farm grounds and buildings. Come hear his fascinating story.
Program will be held at Pompey Town Hall, corner of Rt 20 and Pompey Center Road.
Fine Dining at The Maples and Snow White Inn
Remember a fancy dinner out? Pompey Historical Society will present a history of fine establishments, The Maples and Snow White Inn. Also in discussion: stories of Pompey’s long-ago diners.
The Ozark Inn
Remember Wayne Schram and the Ozark Mountain Boys of the Ozark Inn? Famous for square dances! Join us for a discussion of the Ozark Inn, also known as the Delphi House. We will also share stories of Cases’ good food and Knoxie’s shamrock on the middle of Route 20. Come ready to share your memories!
Historic Inns of Pompey: The Pompey Center Inn, the Salem Inn, and the Village Pump
Pompey Historical Society continues to look at The Historic Inns of Pompey. Pompey Town Historian Ruth Hotaling and guests will discuss the Pompey Center Inn, Salem Inn and Village Pump. Do you have memoroes of visiting any of these places? Come to learn and reminisce.
Pompey Historical Society Annual Meeting
Election of officers and Trustees, the PHS annual raffle, and sharing stories about our collections.
History’s Best Sweet Treat: Happy Halloween Candy! Remember any of these? Maple Sugar Candy (c. 1600), Candy Corn (1880), Good and Plenty (1893), Bit-O-Honey (1924), Tootsie Rolls (1896), Necco Wafers (1847), Clove Chewing Gum (1914), and any others we might find!
Hess Trucks
John Meyers will share the history of HESS trucks and display part of his collection!
What's Good for this, Doc?
Retired pharmacist Jim Wilcox will share his pharmacy collectibles and stories. Expect to see prescriptions dating to the 1920s, an 1893 pharmacy textbook, and glass apothecary jars.
This month’s treat from our History’s Best Sweet Treats series is: cookies.
Happy Birthday to the Monroe Doctrine
Presenter Tom Henry will lead us in examining the origins and influence of the Monroe Doctrine as well as its influence in today’s world.
Old Glory: The History of the American Flag
Presenter Cheryl Pula traces the evolution of the American Flag from its origins to today’s version of the Stars and Stripes, noting historical events that occurred during each time period.
Birding in Central New York
Presenter Shelley McCann will share her knowledge of and experience with the type of birds that frequent Central New York, including where and how they live and what attracts them.
Passionate Energies: The Gerrit and Anne Smith Family Through a Century of Reform
Presenter: Norm Dann
All four members of the Gerrit and Ann Smith family of Peterboro, NY became known nationally because of their passionate commitments to human rights or environmental issues.
Sylvia Shoebridge 100th Birthday Celebration
Pompey Historical Society requests the honor of your presence as we celebrate the 100th birthday of Town Historian Emeritus, Sylvia Shoebridge. Please join us Sunday, March 19, 2023 from 1-4 pm at Pompey Town Hall for this special event. (Snow date is March 26th).
Pompey Christmas Tree Lighting
Come join the Town of Pompey and the Pompey Historical Society to celebrate the lighting og the town Christmas tree! Fun begins at 2pm at Town Hall, with crafts for kids, refreshments, and a special visitor!
Toggenburg: A History and Our Memories
Presenter Sandy Beglinger will share a history of a beloved local attraction.
Pompey Historical Society Annual Meeting and Farm Panel Discussion
Annual Meeting begins at 1:30 PM
At 2 PM Ruth Hotaling will moderate a panel whose members will share where they grew up, farm life in the 50’s and 60’s, and changes that brought about present-day farming techniques that led from the small family-operated farms to the large-scale farms of today.
Furniture Making with Hand Tools
Presenter Craig Regan will discuss making handmade furniture using the old techniques and hand-held tools. This is a craft that is becoming lost to our generation except for the work of master crafters such as Craig.
All-American Girl's Professional Baseball League
This event will be presented by Shelley McCann, who will share her extensive knowledge of this remarkable organization.
Celebration of the Continuing Presence of Don and Nancy Edwards
Join us as we celebrate the memory of both Nancy and Don Edwards and their invaluable contributions to our community.
Dedication of the White Rock from author Jerry Antil's The Pompey Hollow Book Club
The White Rock is now in permanent residence on the PHS Museum campus. We will have a celebration to welcome it to its new location. Jerry will join us.
The 1950 Census: What's New and Different and How to Access it
Learn how to navigate the National Archive website to glean the most information possible from the 1950 census, which was released for public access on 4/1/22.