The History Center in Tompkins County promotes local history through stewardship of our collections and by engaging with the community to understand the past, to gain perspective on the present, and to play an informed role in shaping the future.
The Exhibit Hall
“The Power of Water: A Dam Good Exhibit” is currently on display in our centrally located exhibit hall. Explore the history of floods, dams, mills, and more across Tompkins County in this beautiful blue curation of artifacts and archival documents.
The Research Library
Whether you’re a novice genealogist or expert academic, the Research Library is the place to find clues from Tompkins County past alongside Archivist, Donna Eschenbrenner.
The Archives and Collections
The History Center is home to many historical documents and artifacts, including a standing eight-square schoolhouse and George Washington’s signature. What will you discover?
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