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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

Presenter Sandy Beglinger will share a history of a beloved local attraction.

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.

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.

This event will be presented by Shelley McCann, who will share her extensive knowledge of this remarkable organization.

Join us as we celebrate the memory of both Nancy and Don Edwards and their invaluable contributions to our community.

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.

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.