Collectible Calendars Still Available

Would you like to record your future events on a wall calendar that showcases great shots from downtown Newark’s past?  Look no further.  We have them in stock for the mere price of $10, all proceeds of which support the Society.

“Remembering Downtown” 2020 calendars are are filled with classic, rare images of downtown Newark from as early as 1910, through the 1970s.  They are available  at the Museum at 120 High St.  Stop by on Saturdays from 1 – 3 p.m., or you can call  315-331-6409 and make arrangements to pick one or more up.

The calendars are also available at White Paw Books & Curiosities, 604 S. Main St., Newark.  The shop is open Wed. – Sun., 12 – 6 p.m.

Prefer that we send one to you?  No problem.  Just include $3.00 (for up to four calendars) for shipping and handling.

You are sure to enjoy them!

 

New Gift Shop Items Just In Time For Holiday Giving

artwork by Judi Palermo Shumway

We are adding to our Gift Shop.  The above print (and note cards) are now available just in time for the holiday season along with the 2020 calendar, containing unique pictures of events on Newark streets from times gone by.  We have also added  purses and handbags handcrafted in Newark using local fabric, along with canal-themed T-shirts and memorabilia, framed art and more.  See the “Gift Shop” page for more details and ordering information.  We will soon update the page with more options for those of you who you live outside the Newark area.

The museum will be open special hours this Friday, Dec. 20, from 10 a.m. – noon. Call anytime for info: 315-331-6409

Don Hall To Present In December

We have a real treat for you at our quarterly meeting, 7 PM on Thursday, Dec  12th.

Well known Rochester-area speaker, Don Hall will present “The History of the Hamburger – Fast Food in America”.  You will find this one to be entertaining and informative!  Don’s presentations show his sense of humor and include plenty of light moments.

 

Don was for many years the Director of Rochester’s Strasenburgh Planetarium. He has presented talks from coast to coast, including at the Smithsonian Institution.  His many topics include Rochester history, antiques and art pottery.  Don also led tours at Rochester’s historic Mt. Hope Cemetery from 2006 – 2018.

Fees from his talks are donated to the Rochester Community Foundation’s “Donald S. Hall Fund” for historic preservation.