June 1-September 10, 2006
Story of Ourselves: Poverty and the Promise of Higher Education
A nationally touring exhibit of 50 framed, museum quality, color photographs coupled with narratives created by students who are welfare eligible, single parents changing their lives through the pathway of higher education.
Sculpture Space Inside Outside
The two-part exhibition showcases artwork by Sculpture Space, a founding member of the New York State Artist Workspace Consortium alumni artists. The exhibition and programs are cooperatively sponsored by the Emerson Gallery and Sculpture Space, with additional support from the Office of the Dean of the Faculty.
Picker Gallery, Colgate University
Special alert:
Occasionally visitors are confused by "location logic" in the fact that Hamilton College is located in Clinton, NY; while Colgate University is located in Hamilton, NY. Don't fall victim!
Directions from Hamilton College to Colgate [about 20 miles]: Go down the hill from the College. Turn right at the blinking light (route 233) and follow it to the end. Turn right on route 12B and follow route 12B all the way to Hamilton, NY, and Colgate.
At Colgate, construction restrictions require avoiding the main college entrance (Oak Drive), instead using the College Street entrance. Find College Street at the next traffic light (left turn) after you pass by the Oak Drive entrance.
The June calendar includes:
Plaster Doors of Pisa
Professor Judith Oliver and her students
Art Nouvau Glass and Pottery
from the Syracuse University Art Collection
James McNeill Whistler and the Evolution of Etching
Curated by Megan Boyer, Class of 2006
Munson Williams Proctor Institute
Located in nearby Utica, MWPI is a regional fine arts center, featuring a school of art, a performing arts division, and a museum. Museum hours are Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday, 1-5 p.m. Telephone 315-797-0000; directions and maps can be found on the website. The current exhibition is African Personal Art and Adornment, drawn from the African collections of the Longyear Museum of Anthropology at Colgate University.
Directions [about 10 miles]: Go down the hill from the College, and go through the blinking light at the bottom of the hill. Take Route 12B north through the village. Turn right on NY5E; exit at Noyes Street. Turn left on Genesee Street. (MWPI is at 310 Genesee.)
Stone Quarry Hill Art Park
Along with the sculpture, this park features walking trails, gardens, and a breathtaking view.
Directions [about 32 miles]: Go down the hill from the college, and turn right at the blinking light (route 233). Follow it to the end, and turn right on Route 12B. Follow Route 12B to Route 20, and turn right (heading west). Follow Route 20 West until you pass through Nelson [several miles west of the town of Morrisville], go up a long steep hill, and begin to see the business parks on the outskirts of Cazenovia.
Pull into the left lane and watch on your right for a blue tourism/highway sign announcing "Stone Quarry Art Park." Turn left across the highway onto Stone Quarry Road. You'll pass the tiny Old Quarry Pond on the right, and the Art Park will be your first right-hand drive [.7 mile total]. Look for the Park's small brown-and-gold signage at the entrance. Drive to the top of the hill first: there you'll find the Park's offices, the Winner Gallery, the Studio Shop, and a guest registration kiosk with free maps, trail guides, and other helpful materials.
The Old Forge entrance to the Adirondack Park -- six million acres of it -- is within a 60-mile drive from Hamilton College.
Some of Old Forge's June special events include a bike race, a classic car show, and a Father's Day special on the Adirondack Railroad. Enchanted Forest/Water Safari is a visitors' favorite, as are lake cruises and shopping at the Old Forge Hardware Store.
Hikers and bikers, be sure to check out some area maps. Please note that Old Forge is located east of the Adirondack Trail, on route 28.
http://adirondackwood.com/bikeadirondacks/books.html
The Adirondack Railroad Adventure offers a selection of trips, including a round trip train ride between Utica (just north of Hamilton College) and the railroad station in Thendara, an Old Forge "suburb." Passengers have a layover at Thendara, to shop and dine, before returning to Utica.
Directions to Old Forge [about 60 miles]: Go down the hill from the College. Pass through the blinking light and proceed to the route 12B intersection. Take route 12B north to NY 5E/NY 12N/NY8N and follow route 12N to Route 28N. Turn right on 28N and follow it to Old Forge.
Back to TopThe Oneida Community
Founded in the mid-19th century, the Oneida Community was a religious society living together as one family. Tour the mansion and visit an early American commune.
Directions [about 15 miles]: Go down the hill from the College. Turn left at blinking light (route 233) and follow it north to route 5. Turn left and follow route 5 to the village of Sherrill. The Mansion House is located 1.3 miles south of the intersection of route 5 and Sherrill Road.
14th Annual Peterboro Civil War Weekend
June 10 and 11
Town of Smithfield, Peterboro, NY
315-684-9022
mail@sca-peterboro.org
Step back in time. Encampments, skirmishes, period music and demonstrations, children's games, an authentic General Store, Blue and Gray ball. All re-enactors must pre-register in order to participate.
Directions [about 20 miles] : Go down the hill from the College. Turn right at blinking light (route 233) and follow it to its end. Turn right (heading south on Route 12B). In the village of Deansboro, turn right onto West Hill Road (County route 11). Turn right onto Knoxboro Road, continuing to follow county route 11. County Route 11 becomes East Hill Road/Country route 40, then County route 35. Stay straight to go on Peterboro St./Williams Road/County route 30. Follow route 30 to County route 32, turning left on Peterboro Road.
Grand Central Station of the Underground Railroad
The Gerrit Smith estate in Peterboro, New York, home to the well-known abolitionist Gerrit Smith (1797-1874), was a major resting-place for refugees from slavery throughout the antebellum.
Directions [see above directions to Peterboro, NY].
Erie Canal Village
An outdoor living history museum, this village offers fun for all ages. Packet boat rides and train excursions are just two of its many entertainment options.
5789 New London Road (Routes 46 & 49) | Rome, New York 13440
888-374-3226 | 315-337-3999
info@eriecanalvillage.net
Directions [about 16 miles]: Go down the hill from the College. Turn left at the blinking light (route 233N). Follow 233N to Route 49N. Stay on Route 49N to the Erie Canal Village.
Fort Stanwix Park
Fort Stanwix National Monument 112 E. Park Street - Rome, NY, 13440
(315) 336-2090
The park has a reconstructed earth-and-log fort on location of the 1758 fort; here the Iroquois signed a treaty opening territory east of Ohio River to colonial expansion. In 1777, the fort was besieged by British; General Benedict Arnold forced their retreat. Costumed guides; film; museum.
Special event at Fort Stanwix: The abandonment of Fort Schuyler, June 10, 2006.
Directions [about 14 miles): Go down the hill from the College. Turn left at the blinking light (route 233N). Follow 233N to Route 49N. Stay on Route 49N to route 26N. Take route 26N, then turn left into the Ft. Stanwix Park.
International Boxing Hall of Fame Induction Weekend
June 8—11
Canastota
315-697-7095
www.ibhof.com
Boxing’s greatest names are on hand for a weekend of tributes to the sport & its champions. Museum tours by celebrities, ringside lectures, celebrity boxing, golf tournament Banquet, parade, induction ceremony. Hall of Fame Weekend fight at the Turning Stone Casino and Resort.
Jackie Tice Band
June 9
Earlville
315-691-3550
patti@earlvilleoperahouse.com
www.earlvilleoperahouse.com
Native American and Old European roots inform this eloquent storyteller & Kerrville New Folk Award-winner. Showtime is 8pm.
Dreams of Madison County
June 10
Earlville
The play "Dreams of Madison County" written by judge Hugh C. Humphrey will be presented at the Earlville Opera House.
This is Magic!
June 10
Cazenovia
315-655-STAR
cprossner@cazenovia.edu
You won’t believe your eyes! Magicians take the stage in a fun family show! Featuring the Bubble Man, Clowns, roaming magicians, disappearing acts and more! $7 adults; $5 children Three & under free. Showtime is 7pm.
14th Annual Peterboro Civil War Weekend
June 10 and 11
Peterboro
315-684-9022
mail@sca-peterboro.org
www.sca-peterboro.org
Step back in time. Encampments, skirmishes, period music and demonstrations, children's games, an authentic General Store, Blue and Gray ball. This is a fundraiser for the preservation of Peterboro's historic buildings.
Lorenzo State Historic Site Opening Day
June 15
Cazenovia
315-655-3200
www.lorenzony.org
The mansion opens for the season. Guided tours are offered and the museum shop will be open.
Tenth Annual Chenango Summer Music Festival
June 15-18
Hamilton
315-228-7645
jmfry@mail.colgate.edu
A four-day music festival centered around chamber music played by world-class musicians. Other events include local musicians, children's events, world music, ethnic foods, regional restaurant dessert competitions, regional wine-tasting, dancing & more! Relax, renew & refresh in beautiful Hamilton, NY [www.hamiltonny.com].
Canal Connections!
June 16
Bouckville
Canal Connections Weekend!!! The Chittenango Landing Boat Museum, Canastota Canal Town Museum for the Erie Canal and the Chenango Canal Cottage Museum will offer a weekend of fun highlighting the history of the canals in Madison County.
Friday night, June 16, 5 pm – 9 pm The Chenango Canal Association invites you to dine at the Landmark Tavern in Bouckville at 5 pm. Then, embark on a historical walking/driving tour down the original towpath of the Chenango Canal. A costumed guide will entertain you with historical events that happened there. Lights on the canal will light your way. Donation for the dinner & tour is $35. An additional historic walking tour (no dinner) will be conducted at 7:30 pm at the Canal Cottage Museum and can be reserved for $5. Reservations are recommended by calling 315-893-7910.
Bass Season Opens
June 17
800-684-7320
info@madisontourism.com
madisontourism.com/huntingfishing.pdf
Purchase a fishing license and fish for this game fish in our many lakes in Madison County. Click on the link to download our hunting and fishing brochure.
Canal Connections!
June 17
Canastota
The Canastota Canal Town Museum on Canal Street, Canastota is offering a special living history tour of Chief Engineer Nathan Robert’s original house. Nathan Roberts engineered the impossible 5-step locks on the Erie Canal in Lockport. Tours start at 10 am for $7 (donation includes admission to the museum). Also featured is an exhibition “bout”, a bare-knuckled fistfight on a floating barge on the Erie Canal, between legendary Billy Backus and Dickie DiVeronica. This is a “spoof” on the match that never happened! The Canastota Community Band will play in a 2-hour concert and the barbershop on Canal Street will depict old-time costumes complete with an 1890’s shoeshine stand. Have a traditional Italian meal in Ma & Pa’s Restaurant while Madison County’s roving troubadour, Robin Shade, entertains throughout.
Curves for Campers Motorcycle Ride
June 17
315-655-9735
HECG@aol.com
www.HECG.org
The ride will begin and end at the campgrounds of High Esteem's Camp Goodwill located on route 13 between Chittenango and Cazenovia. There will be food before and after the ride as well at T-shirts, games, music, giveaways and much more. The cost is $25 per motorcycle.
Asylum Street Spankers
June 17
Earlville
315-691-3550
patti@earlvilleoperahouse.com
www.earlvilleoperahouse.com
Get ready for a night of rocking melodies, brilliant lyrics, and unparalleled showmanship with the Asylum Street Spankers who present a “whimsical collision between ragtime, Texas two-step, jazz, vaudeville, off-color blues, hip-hop swagger, country and western…” Showtime is 8pm. For ticket information visit the opera house website.
Eurocar 2006
June 18
315-342-3234
Larkin@oswegocounty.com
The MG Car Club of Central NY will sponsor Eurocar 2006 on the lawns at Lorenzo State Historic Park, Cazenovia, NY, 9am-3pm, open to all cars and motorcycles of European make. Judging, food, trophies, vendors and door prizes. Pre-reg: $7, Day of Show-$14, Vendors/parts sales-$14, spectators free.
Canal Connections!
June 18
The Chittenango Landing Canal Boat Museum has a historic Canal Day! See the dry docks with an authentic canal boat being built before your eyes and ride on a horse-drawn wagon! Demonstrations are presented on basket weaving, spinning, chair caning, broom making, blacksmithing and tinsmithing. An art exhibit of Madison County scenes are displayed for sale. A collection of the famous Chittenango pottery is featured. Children will be entertained on the pony rides, at the petting zoo and at the puppet and magic shows. Fritz’ Polka Band will play while you reserve your ticket for the sell-out chicken BBQ and the strolling fiddler and concert pianist make any wait worth while. Shuttle bus transportation to and from the Canal Boat Museum will be available from nearby parking lots.
