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Four films on 35mm nitrate screen November 20–21

Rochester, N.Y., October 29, 2026—The George Eastman Museum will present November Nitrate Weekend November 20–21 at the Dryden Theatre. Introduced in 2025, November Nitrate Weekend offers audiences another opportunity to experience the distinctive beauty of nitrate film outside of the museum’s Nitrate Picture Show festival, which sold out in 2026 in just six days.

Riverhead, NY — Kick off your holiday shopping at the Hallockville Country Parlor, returning to Hallockville Museum Farm for three days of unique gifts, handcrafted treasures, and seasonal charm Friday, November 27, through Sunday, November 29, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily.

Dunkerley Dialogue takes place just over a week after midterm elections

Thursday, November 12, 6 pm

Saratoga Springs, NY (October 27, 2026) — The Tang Museum at Skidmore College presents a Dunkerley Dialogue with exhibiting artist Mark Thomas Gibson and Skidmore history professor Jennifer Delton on Thursday, November 12, at 6 pm.

Plattsburgh, N.Y. – Discover the rich history of Clinton County this November through a captivating series of public presentations hosted by the Clinton County Historical Association (CCHA). From exploring lost architectural landmarks and uncovering hidden stories behind century-old portraits, to honoring World War I veterans and tracing the fight for women’s rights, these community events offer a unique window into our local heritage. Led by local historians and experts, each session invites history enthusiasts and curious residents alike to connect with the people, places, and industries that shaped our region.

New Berlin, N.Y. – In the 87 years since it was founded, the Chenango County Historical Society (CCHS) has commemorated community heritage, highlighting unique local landmarks and celebrating significant regional milestones. As a tribute to this enduring legacy, a celebration of the 195th birthday of the Horace O. Moss House and the 80th anniversary of the building’s stewardship by the Preferred Mutual Insurance Company will be held in collaboration with the CCHS annual membership meeting. The evening will begin at 5:30 p.m. on Nov. 5 at 45 S. Main St., New Berlin.

New York, N.Y. - On Air Presents today announced the first wave of talent and programming for On Air Fest 2027, returning to Brooklyn February 23–25 for its landmark 10th edition. The three-day anniversary celebration will bring together creators, artists, industry leaders and audiences for live podcasts, conversations, performances, parties, and immersive experiences exploring the future of storytelling.

The final installment of a staged conversation series brings the visionary founder of Yaddo to life as the celebrated artist residency marks 100 years of welcoming artists.

Saratoga Springs, NY — The Saratoga Springs History Museum invites the community to step back in time and discover the remarkable life of one of Saratoga Springs' most influential women during “The Universality of Katrina Trask,” a special living history performance on Thursday, November 5, 2026, from 7:00 to 8:30 PM, at the Museum inside the historic Canfield Casino in Congress Park.

For Efforts to Combat Slavery, John Jay Descendants William and John Jay II and African American Abolitionists William Wells Brown and Samuel Ringgold Ward Added to Hall of Fame 

New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) Commissioner Kathy Moser today announced that William Jay and John Jay II, descendants of American patriot John Jay of New York, were officially inducted into the National Abolition Hall of Fame and Museum (NAHOF) in Peterboro, NY, on October 24. The Jays were inducted along with the prominent African American abolitionists William Wells Brown and Samuel Ringgold Ward. The induction ceremony capped off a full day of tours, lectures, and information sharing centered on the abolitionist movement.