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Howes Cave, NY— The Iroquois Museum has been notified that the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) has terminated a previously awarded federal grant, citing that the project “no longer serves the interest of the United States.” The grant was part of a Save America’s Treasures collection award totaling $269,038, administered by the Greater Hudson Heritage Network (GHHN), with matching nonfederal funds bringing the total project cost to $538,398.

Opening May 24, Mary Cassatt / Berthe Morisot: Allies in Impressionism highlights the influence these two artists had on one another and their impact on the Impressionist movement. 

Cooperstown, N.Y. — This summer, Fenimore Art Museum in Cooperstown, New York, presents Mary Cassatt / Berthe Morisot: Allies in Impressionism, on view May 24 – September 1, 2025. The exhibition highlights the influence these two artists had on one another and their overarching impact on the Impressionist movement.

Norwich, N.Y. – The Chenango County Historical Society (CCHS) will host an unveiling of the recently refurbished “special edition” marker at Rogers Environmental Education Center at 10:45 a.m. on April 25. A rarity among historic markers, especially in locations outside the Adirondack Park, the “Game Farm” plaque is situated roadside along Route 80 in the town of Sherburne.

Cooperstown, NY (April 8, 2025) - The Cooperstown Summer Music Festival is pleased to inaugurate its 27th season with a program featuring the two-time GRAMMY Award-winning Attacca Quartet. The concert will take place on Sunday, May 18th at 4pm at Christ Episcopal Church in Cooperstown, NY.

Utica, NY (April 7, 2025) – Oneida County Tourism (OCT), in proud partnership with the New York State Hospitality & Tourism Association (NYSHTA), will host the first-ever Central New York Legislative Networking Breakfast on Friday, May 9, 2025, from 9:00–11:00 a.m. at the DoubleTree by Hilton, Crystal Ballroom, Utica, 102 Lafayette Street. OCT is also pleased to collaborate with Oneida County Government, Mohawk Valley EDGE, the Greater Utica Chamber of Commerce, and The Genesis Group in bringing this important regional event to life.

Howes Cave, NY–The Iroquois Museum in Howes Cave, NY, will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, April 4, celebrating the completion of a $400,000 expansion to its 7,500-square-foot facility. 

“We’re excited to welcome visitors to our beautiful longhouse-inspired museum with a new, light-filled entrance—and to share even more Haudenosaunee culture through expanded exhibit space,” said Steph Shultes, Iroquois Museum Director.

Binghamton, N.Y. – The Binghamton University Ballroom Dance Association will host its annual ballroom competition, Binghamton Ballroom Dance Revolution, on Saturday, March 22, at MacArthur Elementary School, located at 1123 Vestal Ave, Binghamton. The event, which runs throughout the day, is free and open to the public.

Celebrating Tourism Excellence

Utica, N.Y. (March 17, 2025) – Oneida County Tourism (OCT) will hold its 41st annual meeting Thursday, March 20, 2025, from 4:30 p.m.-7:15 p.m. at Munson, located at 310 Genesee Street, Utica. Oneida County Executive Anthony J. Picente Jr. and OCT Board President Chris Destito, Jr. will present the 2025 Christopher P. Destito Tourism Leadership Award to Frank Elias and Heather Delia, the visionary leaders of Utica Coffee Roasting Company. Members of the media are invited to attend in person to cover the meeting.

Norwich, N.Y. – The Chenango County Historical Society (CCHS) launches the 2025 museum season with special Saturday hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on March 1. The Community Gallery will host “Creativity in Bloom: The Storied Illustrations of Suzanne Bloom,” a career retrospective with exclusive exhibit art created by Chenango County’s own award-winning children’s author and illustrator.

Five Sundays of maple sugaring activities and pancake breakfasts begin March 2

Cooperstown, NY — Join friends and family for another season of Sugaring Off Sundays at Fenimore Farm & Country Village in Cooperstown, New York.  The weekly event begins March 2 and continues each Sunday through March 30 offering contemporary and historic maple sugaring demonstrations, activities for the kids, and much more. A pancake breakfast including sausage and home fries is served from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and features local syrup provided by the Otsego County Maple Producers.