AdirondackHistory images

Out June 10, Aviation in the Adirondacks is a photo-rich look at aviators flying over high peaks, floatplanes landing on remote lakes, and the amazing characters and stories behind it all. Link in bio for more information! #aviationbooks #adirondackhistory #flight @airandspacemuseum @curtissmuseum @theadkx @museumofflight

Did you know that May is Historic Preservation Month? HPM recognizes the importance of our nation's historic places, and the ongoing effort to promote awareness of an area's history through recognition of historic buildings and places! This month, keep an eye on our social media pages, where we will be sharing pictures from our archives. The history of Santanoni is not only a history of Adirondack recreation, but also a story about historic preservation! We have so many stories to tell and photos to share with all of you. As we approach the upcoming summer season, stay tuned for updates about our incoming summer staff, as well as special events and programs. 📸 pictured above is a scanned photograph of the ashhouse at the main camp during its first restoration, CA. ~00s! #greatcampsantanoni #greatcamps #historicfarm #adirondacks #adk #adkhistory #adirondackhistory

Chamber Member Spotlight! Piseco Lake Historical Society, Museum and Riley Tavern is open in July & August on Saturdays and Sundays from 1-4 PM. Be sure to follow their Facebook page for updates, and learn more about the history of the region we live in! They have some great events coming up this summer so be sure to mark your calendars: *Wed., June 12, 2024 - Author, Aurora Pfaff: “Aviation in the Adirondacks” at the Piseco Community Hall. *Wed., July 10, 2024 - (Tentative) Author, Jim Tracy: “Sworn to Silence: The Truth Behind Robert Garrow” at the Piseco School Gym *Wed., August 14, 2024 - ADK Author, Larry Weill: “Alone on Foot in the West Canada Lakes Wilderness Area” at the Piseco Community Hall. #history #pisecony #chambermemberspotlight #chambermember #adirondackhistory #upstateny

Earlier this week, Erin and Wilkes attended the NYS Statewide Preservation Conference in Rochester at the Memorial Art Gallery, including a thought-provoking and engaging keynote presentation by preservation architect Nakita Reed on “Resilient Regeneration: The Importance of Being Historic and Sustainable.” Erin had the honor of participating in a panel discussion about LGBTQ+ heritage conservation, talking about AARCH’s beginning work to uncover LGBTQ+ history in the Adirondack region and place that history in the larger context. Wilkes volunteered in the window glazing session, helping teach conference attendees glazing techniques. We are looking forward to next year’s conference already!

You could win this prize in AARCH’s Spring Sweepstakes! Enter the sweepstakes and see official rules at the link in our bio. Dinner for Two at The Hedges on Blue Mountain Lake. Enjoy a serene evening at this atmospheric Adirondack Great Camp that has been welcoming visitors for over 100 years. Stroll through the grounds and soak in the tranquility of the mountains and Blue Mountain Lake. Prize valued at $90. #sweepstakes #SweepstakesEntry #sweepstakesalert #sweepstakesgames #sweepstakesgamesonline #adirondack #adirondackmountains #adk #adirondackpark #adkpark #adkmountains #adirondacks #adirondackprizes #greatcamp #adirondackgreatcamp #adirondackhistory #adkhistory

You could win this prize in AARCH’s Spring Sweepstakes! Enter the sweepstakes and see official rules at the link in our bio. Framed photograph of Split Rock Falls by Seneca Ray Stoddard from the Adirondack History Museum. Stoddard helped popularize the Adirondacks in the late 19th century through his lively writing and photographs of the region. This matted and framed 11” x 17” print is a reproduction of Stoddard’s 1893 photograph of Elizabethtown’s iconic Split Rock Falls. Prize valued at $125. #sweepstakes #SweepstakesEntry #sweepstakesalert #sweepstakesgames #sweepstakesgamesonline #adirondack #adirondackmountains #adk #adirondackpark #adkpark #adkmountains #adirondacks #adirondackprizes #adirondackhistory #adkhistory #historicphoto #historicphotography

Are you wondering how your gift to AARCH could go further? You can grow your impact as a monthly, sustaining member – less paper, stamps, and administrative costs means more of your gift will go directly to our education, advocacy, and preservation work. All new sustaining members in 2024 will also receive a copy of Sally Svenson's book, Adirondack Churches: A History of Design and Building. And of course, all AARCH members receive priority tour registration and discounts! Become a sustaining member at the link in our bio! Reach out to Samantha with any membership questions at [email protected]. #adirondack #adirondackmountains #adk #adirondackpark #adkpark #adkmountains #adirondacks #adirondackhistory #adkhistory #northcountry

As I sat next to Lewey Lake I wondered how it got its name. So with a little research I discovered it is named after the Abenaki Indian guide Lewis Elijah Benedict. Who is famously known in these neck-of-the woods for discovering and leading David Henderson to the iron ore veins of Tahawus. Lewis’s father, Sabael, was the original settler to the area.

Did you know that AARCH members receive priority tour registration and discounts? In addition to helping preserve the Adirondack region’s dynamic historic sites, our members get exclusive access these special places on our summer tours, which often sell out. Become a member today to make sure you receive our forthcoming Summer Program Guide! Join or renew your membership at the link in our bio! Reach out to Samantha with any membership questions at [email protected]. #adirondack #adirondackmountains #adk #adirondackpark #adkpark #adkmountains #adirondacks #adirondackhistory #adkhistory #northcountry

You could win this prize in AARCH’s Spring Sweepstakes! Enter the sweepstakes and see official rules at the link in our bio. Luncheon Cruise for Two with Raquette Lake Navigation aboard the W.W. Durant followed by a Guided Tour of Great Camp Sagamore. Enjoy a buffet-style lunch while you take in beautiful panoramic scenery and dynamic historic commentary. Then, head to nearby Great Camp Sagamore for a tour of this National Historic Landmark from America’s Gilded Age. Cruises and tours run through mid-October, prize expires at the end of the 2024 season. Prize valued at $138. #sweepstakes #SweepstakesEntry #sweepstakesalert #sweepstakesgames #sweepstakesgamesonline #adirondack #adirondackmountains #adk #adirondackpark #adkpark #adkmountains #adirondacks #adirondackprizes #adirondackhistory #adkhistory #Diningcruise

You could win this prize in AARCH’s Spring Sweepstakes! Enter the sweepstakes and see official rules at the link in our bio. Two Spots on any 2024 Tour and One-Year Family Membership to AARCH. When you set out on an adventure with AARCH, you can expect to see both beloved Adirondack landmarks and hidden treasures off the beaten path. Our tours give you exclusive access to historic buildings and sites not open to the public, from Adirondack Great Camps and industrial sites to private homes. The winner must choose their tour by May 10. Prize valued at $185. #sweepstakes #SweepstakesEntry #sweepstakesalert #sweepstakesgames #sweepstakesgamesonline #adirondack #adirondackmountains #adk #adirondackpark #adkpark #adkmountains #adirondacks #adirondackprizes #adirondackhistory #adkhistory

Through steadfast leadership and stewardship, Grace Leach Hudowalski created a larger-than-life legacy in the Adirondack hiking community. In 1937, she became the first woman to summit all 46 of the Adirondack High Peaks. Hudowalski helped establish the Adirondack 46ers, serving as the club’s first president and historian for more than 50 years. Following her passing, the hiking community worked for more than a decade to have East Dix officially renamed as Grace Peak in her honor. Listen to the @nyhistoryminute podcast through the link in our bio to learn more. #historypodcast #adk46ers #history #historicalmarker #gracepeak #adk46er #adirondacks #adirondackhistory

9.24.2023: USGS elevation marker #usgs #adk #adirondackhistory #adirondacks

US Route 9 near Split Rock Falls on the Boquet River in Elizabethtown. Image captured in the 1920s. #AdirondackHistory, #Adirondacks

‼️heads up‼️ If you or a student you know are interested in a summer internship in the Adirondacks, applications to our summer positions are due today! This is a fantastic opportunity for graduating students, post-grads, and anyone interested in history, historic preservation, and historic interpretation. Visit the link in our bio to submit your application to @adkarch . . . #adk #adirondacks #adirondackhistory #adkjobs #historicpreservation

If you love local history, don't miss this third meeting of the revived Westport Historical Society, Monday March 11, 6:30 PM at the Westport Heritage House. Questions? Contact Town Historian Phil Mero at [email protected] or just show up! #adirondackhistory #AdirondackHistory #westportheritagehouse #americanhistory #AmericanHistory #adklife #iloveny #local

Circa 1938: Audrey as a teenager posing on the frozen lake with her homemade skate-sail. FYI: Audrey wore her brother’s hockey skates, stuffed with cloth to make them “fit” #GirlPower #Adventurous #RoleModel #InternationalWomen’sDay #Skate-Sailing #AdirondackHistory #LakeGeorge #Winter #WinterSports #ADKX

Maple season’s in full swing in the Adirondacks! 🍁 Let’s kick it off with Sunday trivia! Ever explored Horseshoe-Bog River? Those old foundations? They’re remnants of Horse Shoe Forestry Company, led by A.A. Low. Fun fact: In 1907, they set a record with 20,000 gallons of syrup! And Low? He wasn’t just a businessman; he held patents, including these square glass bottles for water, syrup, and berry preserves. Remarkably, at the time of his passing his patent count was second only to the renowned inventor Thomas Edison. #TupperLake #DiscoverTupper #MapleADK #NYMaple #nymaplesyrup #AdirondackHistory #Adirondacks

In the concluding post of Per Diem Research Tech Bobby Clark's blog series, we dip into some cultural and environmental history of the Adirondack lakes we sample for the Adirondack Long Term Monitoring Program. Missed the first two posts? Make sure to check them out on our website. #adkwatershed #lakes #adirondacks #adirondackhistory

February 22, 2024, marks the 44th anniversary of the legendary Miracle on Ice at the 1980 Winter Olympic Games in Lake Placid, NY, when the underdog U.S. Men's Hockey team beat the Russian team and stunned the world. Read more at adktaste.co/miracle. . . . . . #olympics #lakeplacid #1980olympics #hockey #herbbrooks #adirondacks #winter #travel #olympichistory #teamusa #winterolympics #MiracleOnIce #legends #adirondackhistory

Founded in 1967, the Arts Center has a rich, vibrant, and treasured history, which is important to our ALCA supporters, and the Adirondack community and visitors we serve. Much effort and work has been done to preserve this history, and we are seeking to build on these past efforts. Will you help us? We are seeking volunteers to help continue these past efforts in preserving the history of the Arts Center. One goal is to continue to review the “back room” at the Arts Center, which includes photos, articles, publications, and documents; as well as reviewing the downstairs existing library of photos and historical documentation. With interviews, organization, and writing, our intent is to incorporate more of the history and photos of the Arts Center into the ALCA website, our public events, and in our fundraising. We hope you will be interested in helping us with The ALCA History Project, whether it be with an interview, helping to organize, or with your writing skills. Please contact Development General Director Jean-Marie Donohue if you would like to help, or for more information, at [email protected] or 518-352-7715. #ALCA #AdirondackArts #AdirondackHistory #BlueMountainLake

#ThrowbackThursday 🚂 ✨ Early 1900's photos of the Tupper Lake Junction. In the background (arrow) is what appears to be a ramp-loaded coaling tower, with a gondola perched on top. #adirondackhistory #adirondackrr #tupperlakeny

Attention everyone who loves Adirondack History! The Westport Historical Society is being reborn! Phil Mero, the Westport Town Historian, is getting people fired up to resurrect the Westport Historical Society, which has been dormant since 2011. The first meeting was held on Monday January 8th at JAMBS wine and beer bar, with 16 people present and engaged! The next meeting will be held on Monday, February 12th, 6:30PM at the Heritage House. Join in if you would like to be a part of this exciting revival and reimagining of our community's past, and how it has created our present day. Contact [email protected] for more information, or just show up on February 12th! #westportheritagehouse #adirondackhistory #AmericanHistory #iloveny #adklife

We hope you're all warm and cozy on this chilly Monday afternoon ☺️☕️❄️ did you make it out to the Preserve this weekend? Don't forget to tag us in your photos if you visit 👍📸 ‼️job announcement ‼️ We're looking for summer interns! If you or a student you know are interested in historic preservation, public history, and/or working in the Adirondacks, follow the link in our profile to learn more about the position! . . . #adk #adks #adirondacks #newcombny #greatcamps #greatcampsantanoni #adirondackhistory #wintermorning #winterscape

Our photo collection for the 75th Anniversary of Oak Mountain Ski Center feels like historic preservation. 75 years of wholesome memories. @oakmountainski

Set Showcase: The Ruby Series by Minnie E. Kenney Paull A cheerful collection of four enchanting books published between 1892 and 1895. The books follow young Ruby on her many childhood adventures that never fail to impart valuable lessons along the way. This set was published in Boston, Massachusetts by Dana Estes & Co and marketed to girls between the ages of 8-15. Author Minnie E. Paull was born in Pottersville, New York in 1859. Her father was a Reverend who served as a home missionary in the Adirondack region, covering the area between Saratoga and Lake George. Young Minnie loved to read and excelled academically, eventually becoming a proficient musician, linguist, and teacher. Paull's journey included living in NYC, writing novels, working as a typesetter, and finding success as an organist. Her life is chronicled in "Recollections of Mrs. George A. Paull," edited by researcher J. R. Miller and was published in 1896. RUBY AND RUTHIE - 1892 RUBY'S UPS AND DOWNS - 1893 RUBY AT SCHOOL - 1894 RUBY'S VACATION - 1895 Full set. Books in good condition. $185 in shop $200 shipped US #Minniepaull #Ruby #19thcentury #VintageBookCollection" #RetailTherapy #ShopLocal #BookFinds #SaleAlert #ShopSmart #DealOfTheDay #VintageBooks #ClassicReads #AntiqueBooks #OldBookTreasures #TimelessReads #VintageBookstore #RareBookFinds #HistoricalReading #CollectibleBooks #NostalgicReads #MinnieEPaull #VictorianAuthor #WomenInLiterature #adirondackhistory #albanyny #antiquarianbooks #usedbooks #oldbooks

I found this at our family’s camp in Long Lake NY. This is a one in a million find, due to it’s condition for the age. I crossed out the name for privacy reasons but the rest of the info is telling. It is too bad the Fire Tower doesn’t exist anymore. #adirondackmountains #adirondackpark #adirondackvibes #adirondacksny #nyupstate #upstateny #newyorkexplored #pureadirondacks #visitadirondacks #lifeintheadirondacks #adirondacks_ny #firetower #pureadk #photography #adirondacks #mountainscape #nysforestranger #firetowerchallenge #antiques #theolddays #photographylovers #mountainsarecalling #certifcateofcompletion #find #documents #adirondackhistory #1960s #nysdec #feelinglonglakey #kempshawmoultainclub @adklifemagazine @mylonglake @adirondackexplorer @theadkx @nysdec

US Route 9 near Split Rock Falls on the Boquet River in Elizabethtown. Image captured in the 1920s. #AdirondackHistory, #Adirondacks

2024 marks Adirondack Woodcraft Camps' 100th Summer!! To celebrate this incredible milestone, we are hosting Woodcraft 100, AWC's first Alumni Reunion of its kind, from August 15-18, 2024. We can't wait to honor the history and alumni of Adirondack Woodcraft Camps and to launch Woodcraft's meaningful tradition into its next century. Come help us celebrate 100 Woodcraft Summers! Check out our Alumni Page for more information and reach out with any questions. We do appreciate your patience as we work to answer them! Here's that link: : https://woodcraftcamps.com/alumni/stay-connected/. Happy Holidays from Woodcraft! #summercamp #adirondack #kidscamp #adirondacks #adkhistory #teencamp #oldforge #inletny #summercamps #adirondackhighpeaks #adirondackhistory #summeradventures #adk

Goodsell Museum in Old Forge, New York. Local history museums are always so interesting and run by people who are passionate about keeping history alive. We try to visit many while we zig zag to our destination. #goodsellmuseum #adirondacks #adirondack #adirondackhistory #adirondackadventures #upstatenewyork #daytripping #daytripper #path_of_the_butterfly #travelphotography📸 #travelblogger

Henry and Josephine would have been proud. 💚⛰️ #heartlake #lakeplacid #mtjo #henryandjosephine #adirondacksmountains #adirondacks #adkhistory #adirondackhistory #adirondackhiking #iykyk

Snow is on the way...and so are Santanoni Winter Weekends! Mark your calendars & join us Januwry 13-15, February 17-19, and March 16-17, from 10am to 3pm 🌨❄️☃️ Enjoy a beautiful backcountry ski into Camp Santanoni, join our volunteers at the Artist's Studio for a cup of coffee and hot cocoa, and take a winter tour of the Great Camp ☕️ we look forward to seeing you!! 📍Visit @adkarch or aarch.org for more information about these and other events across the Adirondacks! . . . #adk #adks #adirondacks #adirondackweekend #adirondackevents #greatcamps #adirondackhistory #winteradk

We love seeing how the light changes in our buildings over the course of the year! Enjoy this sunny shot from the kitchen yesterday ☀️🪟📸 . . . #greatcampsantanoni #greatcamps #historichomes #historicarchitecture #historicpreservation #adk #adks #adirondackhistory

Welcome new Chamber Member, the Wells, NY - Historical Society! Wells NY Historical Society preserves and shares the history of Wells, NY. They have a museum with various pieces and memorabilia, and they fundraise to keep Wells' history there for all to enjoy! Hours of operation are Saturdays June-September from 10 AM to 3 PM. Be sure to follow their Facebook page to learn more about the museum and the events that they have going on. #history #museum #chambermember #chamberofcommerce #wellsny #speclikealocal #localhistory #localbuisness #speculatorny #lakepleasantny #adirondackhistory #historymuseum

The remarkeable history of adirondack chairs that you should know. #adirondackchairshq #adirondackchairs #adirondackchairshistory #remarkeablehistory #adirondackhistory #historyofchairs #historicalchairs #USA #likeforlikes #followforfollowback Source: https://adirondackchairshq.com/the-history-of-adirondack-chairs/ Follow @adirondackchairshq for more

The feelings people have about the Adirondack Park haven’t changed in hundreds of years. 🌲⛰ Hit me in the comments with a 🌲 if you feel the same way as Adirondack Murray! #adirondacks #adirondackmountains #adksusa #adirondackhistory #adk #pureadk #lifeintheadk #wildaboutthepark

The Hotel Iroquois, an iconic structure that stood at the present site of Stewart’s at the junction of Routes 3 & 30 in Tupper Lake. This is a postcard that I recently added to my personal collection. Prior to being lost in the Big Fire in 1899, the Commercial House occupied the same lot as the Hotel Iroquois. In 1902, the Hotel Iroquois was built by Frederick H. Laduke. Over the years it was operated by many different people, including Thomas L. Weir, who is known for having built the Hotel Altamont in 1890 and owned the Tupper Lake Bottling Works from the 1890s until 1907. [1] In the 1920s, the Hotel Iroquois housed Tupper Lake’s first radio station, WHDL. Later, in 1927, the hotel was remodeled to include the fourth story that is shown on this postcard. At that point, the hotel had a total of 56 rooms. [1] In the 1930s, Lillian Phillips of Faust and A.W. Stewart of Oneida, NY managed the hotel, and it was purchased by Mrs. Elmer LeBoeuf in 1934. It was sold again to Edward J. Turo of Syracuse and operated under hotel lease after 1937. [1] Aldona Oberlander purchased the Iroquois in 1958 and refurbished the interior, especially the bar and dining rooms- making it one of the most exquisite hotel facilities in the Tri-Lakes. She sold the hotel to Mrs. Ralph Isabella in 1965, the then owner of the Hotel Alpine in Saranac Lake. [1] The Iroquois began to lose business see a decline in structural condition in the 1960s. It was sold to Mr. and Mrs. Matthew DiTraappani in 1967, and they ran it until its closure in 1973. It was sold at auction for only $2,000, with $10,000 accumulated in backed taxes. [1] The Iroquois met its fate when it was claimed by fire in 1976. The landmark hotel was no more. Stewart’s gas station was constructed on the empty lot sometime in the 1980s. Source: 1. Mostly Spruce & Hemlock - Louis J. Simmons (1976)

There is no place like the Adirondacks!☀️🌲 What better place to learn about the history and past traditions than Adirondack Experience, The Museum at Blue Mountain Lake! Formerly known as the Adirondack Museum, enjoy an interactive journey that brings the spirit of the region and its people to life. Click the link in our bio for more information! •⁠ #blcc #boltonlanding #boltonlandingchamber #boltonlandingchamberofcommerce #boltonlandingonlakegeorge #adirondackexperience #bluemountainlakeny #adirondackmuseum #adirondackhistory #historyoftheadirondacks #lakeviews #mountainviews

The Adirondacks hold a treasure trove of abandoned places just waiting to be explored. ⛰️ Whether it's the remnants of a ghost town or the haunting ruins of an old amusement park, these forgotten sites offer a glimpse into the region's rich history. 🕰️ Which abandoned place in the Adirondacks intrigues you the most? Let's ignite our curiosity and share our favorites in the comments! #AdirondackHistory #Exploration #abandonedplaces

Yesterdays view of Newcomb Lake #newcomblake #newcombny #santanoni #greatcampsantanoni #adirondacklakes #adirondacksbiketrails #adirondackhiking #adirondackhistory #biking #adirondacks #adirondacks #adk #adks #upstate #upstateny #adirondacksny

I am American because of them. The story of Edna Smith, a tale of another century’s migrant family. Link in the bio. #migrant #migrantworkers #gaspesie #gaspésie #Familyhistory #paspeya #baiedeschaleurs #adirondackhistory #writingfamilyhistory #genealogy

#flashbackfriday to August 2011 when #hurricaneirene pummeled the Adirondacks. High Falls Gorge sustained heavy damage on our walkways and throughout our grounds but was able to build back better and stronger. #adirondackhistory #highfallsgorge #lakeplacid #wilmingtonny #hurricane #adirondacksny

A super early postcard depicting a family at a camp on Pitchfork Pond in Tupper Lake! This hand-colored postcard was published by EJ McNeely of Tupper Lake, and most likely originated from 1907-1910. I don’t know a lot of the history about this one, but I know Tupper Lake was and still is a very popular hunting destination. There are many postcards similar to this that exist from the 1900s. This one is from my personal collection, and there are more to come in the future! #tupperlake #tupperlakeny #pitchforkpond #deerhunting #huntinghistory #adirondackhistory #history #tupperlakehistory #1900s #huntingcamp #oldcamp #adirondacks #adirondackmountains #deer #whitetaildeer #olddays #oldfashioned #oldguns #cabin #oldcabin #wilderness #woods #nature #oldpostcards #postcard #lithography

The Trademark (and his self-portrait) of the Legendary Seneca Ray Stoddard. Gouache on paper. 25”x 18.” NFS. Best remembered today for his pioneering wilderness photography, SRS was also a Painter, Writer, Explorer, Cartographer, and Lecturer. It is largely thanks to him that the Adirondack Park exists. At 6 million acres, it is the largest publicly protected wilderness area in the contiguous United States. It is also the largest National Historic Landmark in the US, covering an area larger Yosemite, Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Glacier, and the Great Smokies National Parks combined. ******************************** #senecaraystoddard #srs #adirondacks #adirondackpark #adirondackhistory #newyorkhistory #photography #historyofphotography #artistancestors #adirondackguide #spiritguides #americanartist #magic #allartismagic

#flaskbackfriday to the 1960's! Our main building at its current location was originally built in 1961 for the re-opening of the Gorge after years of being closed to the public. From the 1940's to the grand re-opening on July 15th, 1961, High Falls Gorge laid dormant to the public without a grounds manager to look after the property and to ensure the safety of the public. #lakeplacid #highfallsgorge #wilmingtonny #whitefaceregion #adk #adirondackhistory #adirondacks #history #flashbackfriday #waterfalls

A 1920s lithograph postcard of a horse team hauling logs during the winter logging season in Tupper Lake. In the old days before advanced machinery was readily available, loggers used horses and mules to haul logs through miles of wilderness in Tupper Lake before they were shipped out by railroad or dumped into the water to float up to Raquette Pond where many of the sawmills stood. Logging originated in the area prior to the Civil War. The Pomeroy Logging Company became active in Tupper Lake in the 1850s. Later in 1870, the first dam at Setting Pole was built on the Raquette River, flooding Raquette Pond for logging purposes. Logs were shipped from Tupper Lake to Potsdam where sawmills processed the lumber, but not before they were arduous transported through rapids and a thousand-foot descent over the distance between the two towns. [1] The construction of the original Setting Pole Dam led to the desolation shown in the third photo. A Seneca Ray Stoddard photo taken in 1888, “The Drowned Lands of the Lower Raquette” exposed the destruction caused by logging practices in the early days of Tupper Lake. [2] Despite this, Raquette Pond now exists as a flourishing ecosystem for fish, birds, deer, and other animals that frequent the marshes along the causeway to Moody. As stated in one of my previous posts, John Hurd purchased 60,000 acres of timber in 1883- and his actions earned him the title as one of Tupper Lake’s most influential early lumbermen. Hurd’s Mill, also known as “The Big Mill” or the Santa Clara Lumber Mill opened on the shores of Raquette Pond in 1890 and closed in 1930. The sawmill was known for having the LONGEST BANDSAW IN THE WORLD at the time and having broken the WORLD RECORD for board feet of lumber produced in one day TWO TIMES in its history- over 1,000,000 board feet. [1] Shown in the 4th photo is the historical marker that was placed at the mill site by Business & Professional Women, Lions and Rotary Clubs of Tupper Lake. Sources: 1. Mostly Spruce & Hemlock - Louis J. Simmons (1976) 2. Adirondack Almanack: “Raquette River History: Setting Pole and Piercefield Dams” - Mike Prescott (2013) 3. Historical Marker Database (fourth photo)

If money can’t buy happiness, the gilded era Vanderbilt’s got as close as possible with their Great Camp Sagamore 🌲🏞️🚂 A 14 acre self sustained complex in the middle of the Adirondacks was the perfect summer retreat from the busy life of New York City. Just imagine being able to wake up to this view everyday knowing you are the only ones living on it Check out @greatcampsagamore for a deep dive into the history of the camp and lives of those who visited #greatcampsagamore #greatcamp #adirondacks #adirondackstatepark #vanderbuilt #adirondackhistory

A 1930s view of Little Wolf Beach in Tupper Lake Junction. This is a printed postcard from my personal collection. Little Wolf Beach has been a popular summer hangout for locals and tourists for over 100 years. If you look closely, you can see a bus from the school in Tupper Lake JCT at what is now the Moose Lodge! In the background of the photo, you can see a dock loaded with people in the water, and hundreds of people on the beach where the modern pavilion now stands. In the 1900s, the shores of Little Wolf Beach were cleared where the current campsite and pavilions stand. Many locals frequented the site and Holy Name Church even held summer outings there annually. [1] On July 1, 1921 - this day 102 years ago, the Coney Beach (Little Wolf Beach) Pavilion opened to the public as a resort. It had 11 hotel rooms, a dance pavilion, and 28 bathhouses. [1] An orchestra group from Utica was contracted to perform for the first season, and many people turned out daily for the entertainment. However, the success of Coney Beach’s resort was short-lived. One night that same August, a devastating fire broke out and burnt the building to the ground. Only one cash register was saved. [1] Little Wolf Beach remained popular among locals despite the hardships faced in 1921. This photo is from about a decade after the fire, and it’s evident that people still loved to head to Little Wolf Pond on hot summer days. To this day, the campsite has had no trouble selling out for the summer season. Along with Fish Creek and Rollins Pond, Little Wolf is a popular destination for tourists and locals who love to spend their summers on the water. Sources 1. Mostly Spruce & Hemlock - Louis J. Simmons (1976)

Here’s a recent illustration project for @adirondacklifemagazine’s September/October issue. It will accompany an excerpt from author Amy Godine’s book, The Black Woods. “The Black Woods chronicles the history of Black pioneers in New York's northern wilderness.” After reading the excerpt, I was inspired by the tenacity and bravery of these often forgotten folks (freed men and women, and abolitionists). Be sure to check out the Adirondack Life article this fall, and preorder Amy’s book here: https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501771682/the-black-woods/ #bookTabs=1 Check out my stories for a peek at my process, including notes, thumbnails, and color sketch.

Lake Placid Ski Jump: iconic in any season #adk #adklife #adkmountains #adk46 #adirondacks #adirondackmountains #adirondackhighpeaks #adirondackhistory #newyork #newyorkupstate #upstatestorytellers #upstatenewyorklife #upstatenewyorkphotographer #mountains #mountainscape #mountainphotography #nys_landscapes #cloudscape #cloudstagram #lakeplacid #lakeplacidny #lakelife #newyorkstateofmind #newyorksbackyard #olympics #lakeplacidadk #upintheair #sunsetphotography #sunsets #brianmatthewphotography

Exploring the captivating history and breathtaking beauty at the Adirondack Experience Museum in Blue Mountain Lake! 🌲✨ Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of the Adirondack region, from outdoor adventures to captivating exhibits. A must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and history buffs alike.

Outdoor #camping began to take root in the area starting in the early 1900s. Setting up camp on the AuSable River about 1920, these three men are readying to prepare a meal over a campfire. 📷 Courtesy of Suzanne Underwood Field #adkcamping #adirondackhistory #oldphoto #adkhistory

Thank you so much to Marian Crossman & Janet Munger Crossman who stopped at Woodcraft today to bring us a camp keepsake from Marian's husband and from Janet's father. Check out the beautiful penmanship and artwork on this shelf fungus used to commemorate the Cayuga I cabin members from 1944! (We need to get back to this art!!) David Crossman was the son of Ray & Hughena Crossman. Together they supervised the stockade during many summers in the 30s and 40s. Ray was the head counselor at Woodcraft and Hughena was camp nurse. David grew up at camp from the time he was a baby. Marian and Janet remember his stories of Woodcraft very fondly and know that he eventually became a bugler at camp and was involved in leading activities that involved theater. David was a professor at the University of Pittsburg and continued to love & enjoy the wilderness well after his Woodcraft years. Visiting with alumni & their families always reminds us of the depth and importance of the Woodcraft experience 💛🌲💛 #summercamp #adirondackhistory #adirondacks #adklife #adklifemag #localadk #oldforgeny #summercamps #history #historyintheadirondacks

Cheers to 40 years! We wouldn't have made it this long without the hard-working, knowledgeable Anne Fleck!! #throwbackthursday #tbt #tupperlakeny #adirondacks #celebrate #redcanoe #canoeing #40years #wereexcited #thankyou #anniversary #portage #adirondackhistory #guideboats #getoutside

This is our 40th anniversary! A lot has changed, but here's to our one constant: Rob Frenette! #throwbackthursday #tbt #40years #ownit #guideboats #boatbuilder #anniversary #celebrate #wereexcited #thankful #adirondackhistory #adirondacks #tupperlakeny

This is the fire tower that started it all for me! At an altitude of 2,170 feet, built in 1917, the steel Poke-O-Moonshine firetower stands tall on the summit and offers brilliant views of Lake Champlain, Burlington, Vermont, and the hills of Vermont off to the east. High Peaks stand to the South, and the Adirondack Northway (I-87)is plainly visible in the valley below. #firetower #firedetection #nydec #adirondacks #Adirondackhistory #adirondackmountains #hikeny #getoutside

We went on a hike today to find a big rock, and we were not disappointed. This "big rock" is actually called an erratic, and you can find them all over the Adirondacks. While geographically speaking the Adirondacks are mountains, geologically speaking, the Adirondack Mountains are quite unique. Most mountain ranges are formed from tectonic activity, but the Adirondacks were once a giant dome. Glaciers came through and tore the rock dome apart, shaping the mountains that we see today and leaving glacial erratics everywhere- this is why you'll find these big boulders at really high elevation here! The dome continues to rise today, growing at the rate of about a foot per century. As if that wasn't cool enough, the bedrock that makes up the Adirondacks is some of the oldest rock on the planet, some of dating back over 1 BILLION YEARS! #adirondacks #adk #adventure #adirondackhistory #erratics #explore #glaciers #geology #insidetheblueline #naturalhistory #wilderness

You could win the following prize in AARCH's annual raffle! See link in bio to buy tickets. One-Year Membership to AARCH and Two Spots on any 2023 AARCH Tour. When you set out on an adventure with AARCH, you can expect to see both beloved Adirondack landmarks and hidden treasures off the beaten path. Our tours give you exclusive access to historic buildings and sites not often open to the public, from Adirondack Great Camps and industrial sites to mid-century modern homes. As our tours fill up quickly, the winner will have one week to choose their tour. Our tour offerings will be sent to members in late April; if the winner is not already a member, they will receive our tour schedule when they are notified about the prize. Prize valued at $120. Drawing: May 1, 2023 #raffle #raffleprizes #adirondack #adirondackmountains #adk #adirondackpark #adkpark #adkmountains #adirondacks #adirondackprizes #adirondackhistory #adkhistory

Seneca Ray Stoddard was known for his photography for the magic lantern. Some of the slides were even hand tinted. He's also noted for being an author, a poet, and even a cartographer. His work popularized the 'dacks, sort of like some of the insta influencers of today. . . . . #senecaraystoddard #adirondacks #adk #adks #adkhistory #adirondackhistory #paddleadk #adkflyfishing #adirondackmountains #adkmountains #adkvibes #adklife #adirondacklife #adirondackexplorer #pureadk #visitadks #escapebrooklyn #thisisupstate #adklegends #adirondackart #thisisnotreal #cecinestpasunepipe

Life pro tip: If Nick Stoner has knocked a couple back, it's a bad time to admit to killing his father. This infamous revolutionary war soldier pulled a red hot andiron out of a fireplace to use as a weapon when exactly that happened. Yep, he injured himself, too. . . . . #adirondacks #adk #adks #adirondacklife #adklife #barfight #revolutionarywar #pureadk #publife #trappinglife #thisisupstate #visitadks #adkhistory #adkmountains #adkfunpolice #johnstown #johnstownny #trapping #furtrade #adklegends #thisisnotreal #cecinestpasunepipe #adirondackexplorer #adirondackhistory

AVAILABLE NOW! ‘A Passionate Life’ - a WHH Murray biography written by Murray’s great, great grandson, and our co-founder Randall Beach. Published by SUNY Press. ‘The Best of the Adirondack Tales’ - a lively collection of WHH Murray short stories, curated by his great, great grandson, and our co-founder Randall Beach. Published by SUNY Press. Both paperbacks are $24.95 (plus tax) and are available for purchase at @murraysfools #adirondackhistory #whhmurray #camping #adks #newyorkhistory #murraysfools

Orrando P Dexter, millionaire and known cat fancier. His murder remains a mystery #unsolvedmysteries . . . #adirondacks #adk #adks #adklife #adirondacklife #pureadk #adkvibes #truecrime #murdermystery #adkmountains #santaclarany #thisisupstate #escapebrooklyn #visitadks #adklegends #cecinestpasunepipe #thisisnotreal #adkhistory #adirondackhistory

Mitchell Sabattis, also legendary for agricultural pursuits, including maple sugaring. Figure around this time of year he and his family would've been hauling a lot of sap buckets. He's on the record for producing 80lbs of maple syrup one year, that's about 1.6 tons of sap. And that's just what he told the tax man. . . . . #adirondacks #adk #adks #adirondacklife #mitchellsabattis #adklife #saranaclakeny #saranaclake #pureadk #adkhistory #adirondackhistory #adirondackguide #maplesyrup #sugarshack #maplesugaring #nyloveswinter #visitadks #adirondackexplorer #adkart #adirondackart #adkvibes #adklegends #cecinestpasunepipe #thisisnotreal

My grandfather, Pop Pop and his buddy Alvin dove on wrecks on Lake Champlain with early SCUBA gear in the day. With only my father and uncle as little kids to spot them. They may or may not have been treasure hunting, I'm not really at liberty to say. . . . #lakechamplain #treasurehunting #shipwreck #scubadive #scuba #scubalife #adirondacks #revolutionarywar #warof1812 #frenchandindianwar #adk #adirondackhistory #pureadk #adirondacklakes #thisisupstate #escapebrooklyn #iloveupstateny #porthenry #crownpoint #adklife #adklegends #cecinestpasunepipe #thisisnotreal #adks

US Route 9 near Split Rock Falls on the Boquet River in Elizabethtown. Image captured in the 1920s. #AdirondackHistory, #Adirondacks

Sigmund Freud smokes, ahem, a cigar at Putnam Camp in Keene Valley in 1909, one of many thinkers who visited the camp. . . . #freud #sigmundfreud #freudian #adirondacks #adirondackmountains #adk #adirondacklife #adklife #pureadk #adkvibes #keenevalleyny #keenevalley #putnamcamp #adirondackgreatcamp #greatcamp #adirondackhistory #adkhighpeaks #adkart #cecinestpasunepipe #thisisnotreal #cigar #cigaraficionado

Adirondack railroad workers faced many dangers, between explosions, the wilderness and overall working conditions while building the Adirondack Railways into #northcreek . . . #adirondacks #adk #adirondacklife #adklife #railfan #choochoo #northcreekadk #northcreekny #adirondackrailway #adirondackrailroad #adirondackmountains #pureadk #railfannation #railway #adirondackart #adirondackhistory #cestnepasunepipe #thisisnotreal

Inez Milholland fought the good fight for women's right to vote. Mount Inez bears her name in honor. #internationalwomensday . . . #adirondacks #adk #adirondacklife #adkoutdoorgirl #visitadks #suffragette #pureadk #adkhistory #adkvibes #adklife #adklegends #herstory #womensrights #womensday #adirondackhistory #impossibleisnothing #cecinestpasunepipe #thisisnotreal #inezmilholland

Captain Peter's Rock is so named for the 16ft leap made by Peter Sabattis from the rock to shore. Thanks @ben.smith.1213 for sharing the #adklegends . . . #sabattis #adirondacks #adk #adirondackguide #adirondacklife #adklife #adirondackhistory #adirondacklakes #pureadk #adkpaddler #adirondackart #adkart #thisisupstate #cecinestpasunepipe #thisisnotreal

Received my final page proofs today from @historypress . I'm so excited for June 5th! #historiansofinstagram #authorsofinstagram #upstatenewyork #adirondackhistory