This essay was originally published in the 1940 OCHS Yearbook. Please note that this essay was published over 80 years ago. While still useful for general education, language may be outdated and at times offensive. The Oswego County Historical Society does not stand by the language used in…
Collection Highlights
The Oswego County Historical Society has been collecting records and artifacts related to Oswego County history for over 125 years. View our collections highlights to see some of the most frequented collections. Please note that not all of our collections are available publicly yet. Inquiries into…
The opulent interiors of the Richardson-Bates House reflect the art and culture of the 19th century Victorian elite. 90% of the family’s original furnishings were included when the house was gifted to the Society in 1946.