Who is
The Niagara County Historical Society presents a glimpse of area life in Niagara County over the last 175 years at its three sites.
“Niagara County Historical Society- where the past meets the present.”
Pick up any of these books for the non-fiction lover, history buff, or just about anyone on your list! No collection in WNY is complete without these books!
We would love to add it to our collections celebrating our history and the people how have lived in and made Niagara County what it is today!
What’s Going on
The Step Back in Time Players portray some of the historic persons who are buried at Glenwood Cemetery including Washinton Hunt, politician and NY Governor, Isabella Sutherland of the Seven Sutherland Sisters, Raphael Beck, the prolific artist, William Rand Kenan, the prominent businessman and farmer, and Arabella Peterson, an animal rights activist.
Learn MoreJames Boles will present a free public program called ‘Voids of Lockport: the Hidden Caves and Secret Passages under Lockport, NY.’ A natural cave under the streets of Lockport was closed off in 1886. As a result, there are many local stories and legends about the cave and underground Lockport. Dr. Boles’ program will discuss the history of the cave and some of the hidden rooms, tunnels, sinkholes and rumored passages beneath the city.
Learn MoreThe Niagara History Center is now accepting application from college students for 2024 Summer Internships! We currently have 2 internships available: Museum Assistant and Curatorial Assistant. Please download applications below. Application Deadline is March 15th, 2024.
Museum Assistant & | & Curatorial AssistantWith so much history in the Niagara Region, you'll always find something new and interesting no matter which location you visit!
The Niagara County Historical Society has received a Regrowth and Capacity grant from the New York State Council on the Arts. This grant will provide general operating support as we continue their ongoing recovery from pandemic challenges.
The responsive funding of NYSCA is providing nearly 1000 organizations with over $13 million in recovery support in FY23, as part of their historic FY93 $90 million in grant making and $150 million in multi-year capital support.
“This unprecedented funding continues our investment into the vital role that the arts contribute to the health of our economy, our communities and our citizens,” said Governor Kathy Hochul. “As we continue our comeback, we applaud the strength and innovation of arts organizations across the state and are all the better for their hard work and dedication.”
“NYSCA applauds Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature for their historic investment of $240 million for the nonprofit arts and culture sector,” said Mara Manus, Executive Director of NYSCA, “As we continue rebuilding the arts across our New York, the Niagara County Historical Society will play a vital role in the renewal of our state’s economy and creative ecosystem. Congratulations on your award from the entire NYSCA team.”
“Council congratulates the NCHS on their grant award! These grants are from the people of New York State, for the future of New York State,” said Katherine Nicholls, Chair, NYSCA. “Arts and culture are crucial to the health of our citizens and the economic vitality of our communities, and we recognize the contributions of NYSCA grantees to the lives of all New Yorkers.”
About the New York State Council on the Arts
The Council on the Arts preserves and advances the arts and culture that make New York State an exceptional place to live, work and visit. The Council upholds the right of all New Yorkers to experience the vital contributions the arts make to our communities, education, economic development, and quality of life.
To support the ongoing recovery of the arts across New York State, the Council on the Arts will award record funding in FY 2023, providing support across the full breadth of the arts, including dedicated support for arts education and underrepresented communities.
The Council on the Arts further advances New York's creative culture by convening leaders in the field and providing organizational and professional development opportunities and informational resources.
Created by Governor Nelson Rockefeller in 1960 and continued with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature, the Council is an agency that is part of the Executive Branch.
For more information on NYSCA, please visit www.arts.ny.gov, and follow NYSCA's Facebook page, Twitter @NYSCArts and Instagram @NYSCouncilontheArts.
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