Centenial 1888
The Village of New Hartford was incorporated in 1870. The village's founding reaches back to 1788 when Jedediah Sanger came to setup his grist mill on the Sauquoit Creek.
This was just the beginning of the village; before long a handful of mills and shops sprang up that would also use the Sauquoit Creek for power.
Additionally New Hartford is home to the hamlets of Chadwicks/Willowvale and Washington Mills.
New Hartford observed its centennial with a grand celebration that included a military parade and drill exercises in the Village Park. An audience estimated to be about 2,000 people gathered in the streets for the festivities.
Today the Village of New Hartford is busy with shops, restaurants, and churches, modeling the New England style that its founders brought with them.
It's All About History
Featured Article - June 2021
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You may have noticed the unique home at 128 Genesee St., which is one of the Lustron homes built after WWII. Full story ...
For more information on the rich history of New Hartford and the surrounding area, check out these past featured articles.
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Walking Tour
This helpful guide provides a map that identifies historic sites in the village.
Starting from the Society's Headquarters at 2 Paris Road, this walking tour traces the route to historic destinations.
The accompanying text provides a brief historical overview of each site. Read more...
Photo of the Month
The District # 5 Pleasant Street school, was erected on Beckwith farm land and served farm children from the Sherman Hill, Valley View, Cascade Drive and Tilden Avenue areas. Classes ranged from first through to sixth grade. Music was taught and a visiting nurse dropped in periodically for health check-ups. It was in operation for more than fifty years.
Historic Photo Submission
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2 Paris Road
New Hartford, NY 13413
(Lower level of the Village Point Apartments)
Phone: 315.724.7258
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Saturday 11 am to 2 pm
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Museum is Closed for the Winter Months
January, February and March
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