The museum's collections include almost 18,000 objects and over 100,000 photographs reflecting Tompkins County history and culture. The object and visual collections are complemented by a research library of 4,000 volumes, 900 linear feet of documents, and 1,200 maps. The seasonal displays exhibited emphasize local industries, the arts and various ethnic groups. A reference room is open three days a week for public use.
Location:
401 E State St, Ithaca New York
Telephone
607-273-8284
Other History nearby:
(Auburn) Cayuga Museum
(Elmira) Chemung Valley Historical Museum
(Hammondsport) Glenn H Curtiss Museum
(Canandaigua) Granger Homestead and Carriage Museum
(Elmira) Grave of Mark Twain
(Hammondsport) Greyton H Taylor Wine Museum
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06/09 Coming to The Ithaca area
Rochester Greek Festival Rochester NY May30-June2 Serving your favorite Greek pita sandwiches like Gyro, Souvlaki and Loukaniko. Try homemade Spanakopita, Greek Chicken, Pastichio, Moussaka, Stuffed Green Pepper and Tomato and Lamb Shank dinners.
Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival Utica NY July18-21 A Who's Who of Bluegrass in the Beautiful Catskill Mountains. A Gathering of Music, Learning & Friends.
Schuyler County Italian American Festival Watkins Glen NY August2-4 The Italian people, known for their love of family, food and friends are the foundation and spirit of this festival.
St Anthony Italian Festival Seneca Falls NY August30-September1 Music, rides, games, fireworks, delicious food and more await you and your family at the largest and most successful Italian festival in the country.
La Festa Italiana Scranton PA August31-September2 People come from near and far to enjoy the food, music and culture that characterize the Italian heritage. The finest Italian cuisine is cooked and served daily.
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