Chenango historians prepare for semiquincentennial
The Chenango County Historical Society and the Chenango County Historian's Office will collaborate on an event titled, 'An America250 Conversation.'
The organizations are seeking input from the people of Chenango County on how local communities will participate in America250, a national commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States.
The community dialogue, the second in a multi-year series, will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 29 at the SUNY Morrisville Norwich Campus, at 20 Conkey Ave. The goals for the conversation are to present an overview of the official America250 themes, to seek public support for the commemoration and to encourage the participation of libraries, arts organizations, historical societies and other community organizations, the release stated.
'The commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution gives us the opportunity to re-examine the seminal events that took place between 1774 and 1783, and how those events have shaped our history and aspirations as a people,' said Henry Drexler, county historian.
'We're looking forward to this second collaborative conversation,' said Jessica Moquin, CCHS executive director. 'As local planning gets underway for marking this national milestone, we welcome everyone to join us. The commemoration is anticipated to last through 2033, and we expect a range of programs will be hosted throughout Chenango County.'
Registration is encouraged by emailing info@chenangohistorical.org.
Visit www.ChenangoHistorical.org for more details about this and other museum programs.
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