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Poetry: Drink from the Fire Hose
Drink from the Fire Hose It’s easy to be overwhelmedWhen suddenly presentedWith mountains of data toAbsorb and analyze Accept that…
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Sensationalism In Historical Context: Wide-Awakes & The Civil War
If you think the spread of sensationalism and “alternative facts” and their divisive effect on the American people are 21st…
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DEC Relations with Indigenous Nations
November is Native American Heritage Month, a nationwide celebration of the contributions of Indigenous peoples and celebration of their heritage,…
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Boat Kids, Bumboats & Hudson River Canal Boat Life
While living with her cannaller grandfather George Kilmer (1841-1911) at Pier 6 in Manhattan, Pearl Kilmer Wilson’s (1894-1993) classmates considered…
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Kingston Waterfront Industrial History Walking Tour
The Hudson River Maritime Museum in Kingston, NY, will host a guided walking tour of the community’s rich waterfront maritime…
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Funk ‘n Waffles Celebrating 10 Years With Four Nights Of Music
Beloved Syracuse waffle shop and live entertainment venue Funk ‘n Waffles has announced a four-night concert lineup to celebrate its…
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Reminder: 2025 New York History Conference Call for Proposals Due December 15th
The New York History Conference, set for June 5-6, 2025 in Albany, is accepting proposals that deal with the history,…
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When Did We Stop Speaking Dutch in New York State?
The Dutch held onto their New Netherland colony for some forty years. They lost it to the English twice, at…
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1927: Supreme Court Declares Asian Americans ‘Colored’ & Upholds Banning Them from White Schools
On November 21, 1927, in Gong Lum v. Rice, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled against the Chinese American Lum family…
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Skunks Are Preparing for Winter
Several weeks and many baths ago, my dog discovered a black-and-white stranger crossing our lawn. Wagging vigorously, and ignoring my…
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