Montgomery County -NY Department of History & Archives

Montgomery County -NY Department of History & Archives Contact information, map and directions, contact form, opening hours, services, ratings, photos, videos and announcements from Montgomery County -NY Department of History & Archives, 9 Park Street, PO Box 1500, Fonda, NY.

The Montgomery County Dept of History & Archives, formed in 1934, is a genealogical & local history library with an archival collection including original records dating back to 1772. As someone once stated ,"the Montgomery County Department of History & Archives is internationally renowned for the archival collection it maintains and the accuracy of the research it is willing to undertake within

that collection." The Department of History & Archives has three areas that serve as its principal functions: (1) local history/genealogy library, (2) archives, and (3) records management. · Serves as local history resource for County residents, public historians, media, and patrons researching family history -- average 1700 visitors annually from all over the world· Conducting historical / genealogical research from queries (i.e. written requests, email, telephone, etc.)· Cataloging & preservation of items of historical significance to Montgomery County (and its predecessor Tryon County) including thousands of original county court records dating back to 1700s· Maintains physical and intellectual control (storage, inventory & prepare for destruction after recommended retention period) over 2,300 cubic feet of inactive records created by various County departments · Educates public on events in county that impacted culture / society / industry / transportation / education, etc.

06/09/2026
06/09/2026

Join us for a fun and interactive adventure into the world of flags! Young explorers will discover the stories behind flags, learn to recognize common patterns and symbols, and design their very own flag to take home. Flags can tell amazing stories about people, places, and history!

Details:
Recommended for children ages 6–10 (1st–5th grade), older and younger siblings are welcome.

Cost:
• $5 per child
• FREE for museum members

Pre-registration is required.

Museum members: Please email [email protected] to pre-register. Include the lesson title, date you are registering for, and the number of children attending.

Non-members, please use the links below to sign up for the date you are interested in.

Dates & Times:
• Friday, June 12 at 10:00 AM https://theoldstonefort.org/calendar/junior-explorers-flag-lesson/
• Saturday, June 13 at 10:00 AM https://theoldstonefort.org/calendar/junior-explorers-flag-lesson-2/

Location:
Badgley Annex (148 Fort Road, Schoharie, NY)

Come discover how flags tell stories and create one of your own in this hands-on Junior Explorers lesson!

06/09/2026

The Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation’s annual season of Summer Sunday Stroll will start on Sunday, June 14.

06/09/2026

Address

9 Park Street, PO Box 1500
Fonda, NY
12068

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm

Telephone

+15188538186

Website

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