Ucoming Events
Sept 4, 2008 7 -8:30 PM
DEC Arts Grants Seminar
At Phelps Historical Society, 66 Main Street, Phelps
Come learn how to apply for this grant for program funding in 2009. Applications are due October 1, 2008. Free and open to all.
Other seminars available through August at various locations.* Contact Phelps Arts Center at 315-548-2095 or Phelps Historical Society at 315.548.4940 for more information. For complete guidelines & information go to www.artsfl.org.
The Wild Wild East with Dr. Robert Spiegelman on September 22, 2008
7:30 -9:00 PM
This is our monthly program at American Legion, State Route 96, Phelps. New York’s early frontier is America’s true “Wild West.” Civilization means Westward Expansion, but two “obstacles” block the way: Indians and Nature. Combining dramatic images and fresh research, Spiegelman details this forgotten New York, where settler dreams encounter native lifeways.... Then grasp Manhattan’s rise to prominence via the Erie Canal, which in turn, inflames a religious upheaval across Central New York that America calls “The Burnt Over District.” We end with an appreciation of how—against all odds—indigenous New Yorkers retain a toehold in their deforested ancestral homelands.
Adirondack Wild Overnight Trip on September 29 & 30, 2008
Experience the "Adirondack Feeling" as we join The Port Gibson Travel Company on an overnight adventure! Once aboard the motorcoach, we're off to Old Forge, in the heart of the Adirondacks! Tour Old Forge with a step-on historical guide, feast on a buffet dinner cruise on the W.W. Durant. on Raquette Lake. Enjoy the glitter of the moon’s reflection on a lake from your hotel room at the Water’s Edge Inn.
After a complimentary breakfast buffet on Tuesday morning, we’re off to Tupper Lake and let the wild world of the Adirondacks unfold before your eyes. The Wild Center is the Natural History Museum of the Adirondacks. Enjoy walking trails, naturalist guides, movies, live exhibits including more than 900 live animals, ride along Highway 3 with a colorful view of the fall foliage straight into the home of the world famous Croghan Baloney in Lewis County! Get your “ring of red and bread.” Then dine on a delightful “Classic Turkey Dinner” at Plainville Turkey Farms - a family-owned business, dating back to 1835. Enjoy the bakery & gift shop and then head back to Phelps! For price and reservation information, call PCHS at 315.548.4940.
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About Us
Phelps Community Historical Society (PCHS) is a nonprofit organization that promotes the study of life in greater Phelps and presents its history (past & present) in a variety of public programs and exhibits. We acquire and preserve objects and recorded information concerning the Town and Village of Phelps and have being doing so since 1969.
PCHS interprets life in Phelps through its museum and exhibits and offers a variety of programs and services to the general public. PCHS even provides downtown walking tours and group tour programs. Community events are also listed on the Calendar of Events.
PCHS maintains and interprets two historical buildings in the community of Phelps. The brick constructed, historic Howe House, became the home of the Phelps Community Historical Society in 1999. A two-story outhouse is connected to the HoweHouse, with entrances on both the first and second floors. Located on 66 Main Street, the Howe House is our main museum and there are both permanent and rotating exhibits including household and farm equipment. It is open to the public:
- 10 AM-4 PM on Tuesdays - Fridays throughout the year
- 10 AM -4 PM on Tuesdays - Saturdays during the summer season (June-Labor Day)
The Howe House is even available for private use for parties, receptions and showers.
In 2005, PCHS acquired the “Country Lawyer’s Office”, a one-story red brick building with four white pillars. Built around 1835, this site became well-known after the best selling novel; The Country Lawyer was written in 1939 by Bellamy Partridge. For almost 40 years, Bellamy’s father, Samuel S. Partridge, practiced law in this building. Currently this building is open by appointment only. We are currently undergoing strategic planning to determine its long term use for visitors and the community. Phelps native, Mary Hicks Preston, purchased both buildings for the Phelps Community Historical Society.
Volunteers are the heart and soul of every program, service, exhibit and event at the Historical Society. New volunteers are always welcome – a few hours really do make a difference! |
