Monday, July 7, 2025 Boonville’s often overlooked collection of commercial, industrial, and residential architecture reflects its role as a key transportation hub for the Black River Valley during the 19th century. As the nexus for turnpikes, railroad lines, and a canal, Boonville’s industry grew exponentially during this period and contributed to an enduring collection of…
Monday, August 26, 2024 An engineering marvel for its time, the Black River Canal connected the western Adirondack region to the world renowned Erie Canal, further linking Northern New York to the rest of the nation and the world. Completed in 1855, the canal featured 109 locks along its 35-mile traverse, which remains a world…
Thursday, September 19, 2024 Known for its Welsh heritage, distinctive stone buildings, popular barns, railroad history, and proximity to both the Hinckley Reservoir and the Adirondack Park, the community of Remsen boasts a vibrant history all its own. Nestled in the Adirondack foothills, Remsen may be an off-the-beaten-track place, but it features a main street…