A Reader’s Response to Utica’s History

I’ve been so wildly busy now that the warm, spring weather has finally arrived. We’ve not had any time to travel at all! the kids were moping today, wanting to “go somewhere.” All I can do is comfort them my promising a trip soon (we’ve going up toward the Adirondacks next week, so I’ll have [...]

The Erie Canal Town Museum, Canastota, NY

The Erie Canal Town Museum is in this tiny little house. You’d never know the vast treasures filling the rooms. This was a delightful visit, and the museum curator made it all the more wonderful.

The Molasses Massacre in Boston, Mass.

The kids are I have been studying ancient history together and read the account in history where Titus and his Roman minions attacked the city of Jerusalem in A.D. 70. Some legends and historians say that the siege and slaughter were so severe that streets flowed with blood. Ick. It may be hard to believe [...]

Utica Lunatic Asylum

This is our personal visit to the magnificent and foreboding Utica Lunatic Asylum in Utica, NY. It’s grandiose style is stunning. We strolled the grounds and snapped photos. Learn about the history and it’s current state of disrepair. Maybe someday the Old Main will be renewed.

Hamilton, Smith, and the Turning Stone Casino

My daughter and I were honored to attend the first annual colloquium sponsored by the Alexander Hamilton Institute of Clinton, NY. The banquet and speeches were held at the illustrious Turning Stone Casino, run by the Oneida Indian Nation. It was a AMAZING experience.

The Shako:wi Oneida Indian Cultural Center

The Shako:wi Cultural Center is the wonderful (and free) museum run by the Oneida Indian Nation. What a great place to visit! It was quite an educational experience.

Rainbow Trout Fish Hatchery in Rome, NY

Winter still clings. It’s gloomy, brown, and boring. What are nature-lovers to do? Why pay a little visit to the local fish hatchery!

New York State Museum and Empire Plaza in Albany

We spent an entire day here and didn’t stay nearly long enough! What an absolute blast! And it’s all free admission! The New York State Museum showcases everything New York, from the Iroquois to fossils to 9/11 to the Jazz Age. A great place to visit!