Here is a list of upcoming historical events in and around Madison County:
Friday, July 16
1 p.m. — The Hilltop House at Stone Quarry Hill Art Park will hosting a tour. The tour is an immersive experience that brings guests into the home from the multiple vantage points. The tour emphasizes the permeability between interior and exterior environs. Guests will be able to step into different portions of the house, and visually experience the hand-crafted and curated beauty of the Riester’s midcentury modern home. Tours will take place rain or shine. General admission $15, Stone Quarry Hill Art Park members are $10. Reservations are required. For more information or to make a reservation, go online to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hilltop-house-tour-tickets-154029264677.
Saturday, July 17
10 a.m. — The Brookfield Historical Society will host an unveiling of a new historic marker honoring the home of Calvin Whitford. Following the unveiling, Rosalie Keith will host an open house of the home, showcasing the home and papers of Whitford. The marker will be unveiled at 2398 Beaver Creek Road, Brookfield. The event is free. For information, email [email protected].
11 a.m. and 1 p.m. — The Hilltop House at Stone Quarry Hill Art Park will host a tour. Guests will be able to step into different portions of the house, and visually experience the hand-crafted and curated beauty of the Riester’s midcentury modern home. Rain or shine. General admission $15, Stone Quarry Hill Art Park members are $10. Reservations are required. For information or to make a reservation, go online to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hilltop-house-tour-tickets-154029264677.
7 to 10 p.m. — The Chittenango Landing Canal Boat Museum will host a paranormal investigation. Events are led by experienced paranormal investigator Kenny Harris. Tickets are $20. For more information, visit www.chittenangolanding.org or email [email protected].
Saturday, July 17, and
Sunday, July 18
Time to be announced — Lorenzo State Historic Site will host the Annual Driving Competition. For more information, visit https://lorenzodriving.org/.
Tuesday, July 20
3 to 7 p.m. — The Cottage Lawn Farmers Market. Fresh local produce, cheese, breads, pastries, eggs, poultry, lamb, jams, jellies and much more will be available. Depending on guidelines, guided house tours will be available as well as storytelling provided by the Oneida Public Library. For information, go online to www.mchsfarmersmarket.org or call 315-363-4136.
Friday, July 23
1 p.m. — The Hilltop House at Stone Quarry Hill Art Park will host a tour. Guests will be able to step into different portions of the house, and visually experience the hand-crafted and curated beauty of the Riester’s midcentury modern home. Rain or shine. General admission $15, Stone Quarry Hill Art Park members are $10. Reservations are required. For information or to make a reservation, go online to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hilltop-house-tour-tickets-154029264677.
Saturday, July 24
9 a.m. to 1 p.m. — The Madison County Historical Society will host a Heritage Handicraft Stencil Workshop. Charlie Gruman will help participants learn and practice stencil techniques to create an early American style placemat. Entrance is $25 for MCHS Members and $30 for non-members and spacing limited to 15 attendees so registration is required. Participants must be 13 years of age. To register for the workshop or for more information, call 315-363-4136 or email [email protected].
11 a.m. and 1 p.m. — The Hilltop House at Stone Quarry Hill Art Park will host a tour. Guests will be able to step into different portions of the house, and visually experience the hand-crafted and curated beauty of the Riester’s midcentury modern home. Rain or shine. General admission $15, Stone Quarry Hill Art Park members are $10. Reservations are required.
For information or to make a reservation, go online to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hilltop-house-tour-tickets-154029264677.
2 pm — Caz Heritage is offering a presentation and workshop on the care and repair of historic windows at the First Presbyterian Church Meeting House on the corners of Seminary & Albany Streets in Cazenovia.
Kurt Riegel, professional restoration consultant, will guide the audience through repairs to sashes, muntins, and frames that can and should be undertaken, and to avoid costly window replacement.
There is no charge for this event. For more information please visit www.cazheritage.org or email [email protected].
Sunday, July 25
2 p.m. — The Oakwood Cemetery will host a historic tour entitled “Fifteen Minutes of Fame.” Learn the names of the folks in Section 15 and the stories behind those names.
For more information please contact Rick Naylor at 315-263-7159.
Tuesday, July 27
3 to 7 p.m. — The Cottage Lawn Farmers Market. Fresh local produce, cheese, breads, pastries, eggs, poultry, lamb, jams, jellies and much more will be available.
Depending on guidelines, guided house tours will be available as well as storytelling provided by the Oneida Public Library.
For information, go online to www.mchsfarmersmarket.org or call 315-363-4136.
Friday, July 30
1 p.m. — The Hilltop House at Stone Quarry Hill Art Park will host a tour. General admission $15, Stone Quarry Hill Art Park members are $10. Reservations are required. For information or to make a reservation, go online to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hilltop-house-tour-tickets-154029264677.
Saturday, July 31
11 a.m. and 1 p.m. — The Hilltop House at Stone Quarry Hill Art Park will host a tour. Guests will be able to step into different portions of the house, and visually experience the hand-crafted and curated beauty of the Riester’s midcentury modern home. Rain or shine. General admission $15, Stone Quarry Hill Art Park members are $10. Reservations are required. For information or to make a reservation, go online to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hilltop-house-tour-tickets-154029264677.