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SUMMARY:National Medal of Honor Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:The community is invited to attend a special event commemorating National Medal of Honor Day at 11:00 AM on Wednesday\, March 25\, 2026 at the Richardson Bates House Museum at 135 E. 3rd Street in Oswego. This event is free and open to the public. Reservations are not required\, but seating is limited to approximately 40 seats in the drawing room.
URL:https://oswegohistorical.org/event/national-medal-of-honor-day-2026/
LOCATION:Richardson-Bates House Museum\, 135 East Third Street\, Oswego\, NY\, 13126\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Events,Featured,Lectures
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oswego County Historical Society":MAILTO:ochs@rbhousemuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T210000
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SUMMARY:Raiders of the Lost Ark - Retro Movie Night 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Dr. Indiana Jones (played by Harrison Ford)’s thrilling archeological adventure as we screen the 1981 film\, “Raiders of the Lost Ark” at Oswego Cinema 7.  \n\n\n\nTickets are available for purchase from River’s End Bookstore\, Oswego 7 Cinema\, or by calling the museum prior to the event. Limited tickets will be available at the door the day of the event.
URL:https://oswegohistorical.org/event/raiders-of-the-lost-ark-retro-movie-night-2026/
LOCATION:Oswego Cinema 7\, 138 W 2nd St #2763\, Oswego\, NY\, 13126\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Events,Featured,Fundraisers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oswego County Historical Society":MAILTO:ochs@rbhousemuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T114309
CREATED:20260128T011316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T120444Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Not-So-Silent Auction
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for our biggest fundraising event of the year; guaranteed to be an evening of fun\, friends\, food and fantastic finds! \n\n\n\nThe Not So Silent Auction is the Oswego County Historical Society’s largest annual fundraiser for the Richardson-Bates House Museum. Participate in a silent table auction where donated antiques and collectibles\, gift certificates and products from local businesses plus antiques\, and more are up for grabs. Many of the artifacts and artworks are from Oswego history! \n\n\n\nWe kick off the evening at 7:15 with a live auction of particularly important and high-ticket items\, hosted by Jerry Petro of Iroquois Auctions. Before the live auction\, you can find Jerry at the appraisal table\, where he’ll appraise one antique item that you can bring with you as part of your ticket purchase. \n\n\n\nThere are raffle baskets\, a lottery board\, and much more! We hope to see you there! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBecome an Event Sponsor!\n\n\n\nIf you’re a local business interested in sponsoring the Not-So-Silent Auction\, please consider donating at one of the following sponsorship tiers. All event sponsors receive sponsorship recognition in marketing material for the auction\, and will have their business name and/or logo featured prominently on a donor thank-you panel at the event itself. \n\n\n\nLevelAmountBenefitsPlatinum$1\,0005 sponsored tables; 12 event tickets; 20 complementary museum tour tickets.Gold$7503 sponsored tables; 8 event tickets; 10 museum tour tickets.Silver$5002 sponsored tables; 5 event tickets; 6 museum tour tickets.Bronze$2502 event tickets; 5 museum tour tickets.Supporter$1501 ticket to the event. Thank you for your support!\n\n\n\nSupport from local businesses is a crucial component of this event\, and others like it. It helps the Oswego County Historical Society not just host these kinds of fundraisers\, but supports our mission to connect the community to the history that shapes their pasts\, presents and futures. \n\n\n\nThank you for considering a contribution. \n\n\n\n\nDonate Now\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n   Powered by
URL:https://oswegohistorical.org/event/2026-annual-auction/
LOCATION:G.S. Steamers\, 70 E 1st St\, Oswego\, NY\, 13126\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Events,Featured,Fundraisers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oswego County Historical Society":MAILTO:ochs@rbhousemuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T150000
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CREATED:20260429T140722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T004838Z
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SUMMARY:"Painting Oswego" - Presentation by Michael Parks
DESCRIPTION:Join volunteer Michael Parks (M.A.\, Syracuse University\, Art History) for a special presentation about his work in curating a special exhibit on “Painting Oswego.” \n\n\n\nAfter his presentation in the drawing room on the first floor\, guests will be encouraged to go upstairs to see the exhibit in our gallery space.
URL:https://oswegohistorical.org/event/painting-oswego-presentation-by-michael-parks/
LOCATION:Richardson-Bates House Museum\, 135 East Third Street\, Oswego\, NY\, 13126\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Lectures
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oswego County Historical Society":MAILTO:ochs@rbhousemuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T150000
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CREATED:20260325T011739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T201626Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Riverside Cemetery Bus Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Oswego County Historical Society\, along with the Friends of Riverside Cemetery\, will host a guided tour of the historic Riverside Cemetery. \n\n\n\nInterested members of the public should call Oswego County Historical Society at 315-343-1342 to reserve their $10 ticket. Reservations are capped at 45 guests but there will be a waiting list. Guests should park near Page Memorial Chapel. The tour will begin at 1:00 p.m. at the chapel. Please bring cash or check to pay for your ticket to the event.
URL:https://oswegohistorical.org/event/2026-riverside-cemetery-bus-tour/
LOCATION:Riverside Cemetery\, 4024 County Rte 57\, Oswego\, 13126
CATEGORIES:Featured,Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oswego County Historical Society":MAILTO:ochs@rbhousemuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T195059Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual meeting! This meeting is open to all members of the Oswego County Historical Society as well as any interested members of the public. There will be a report from Eva Corradino\, OCHS President\, and a special historical presentation.  \n\n\n\nThis year’s featured historical presentation is entitled “From Water Street to Lake Street: Ellen and Mark Wahl present a unique history of the Oswego Music Hall” and coincides with the Oswego Music Hall’s 40th year celebration.
URL:https://oswegohistorical.org/event/2026-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:McCrobie Civic Center\, 41 Lake St\, Oswego\, NY\, 13126\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Events,Featured,Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260816T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260816T150000
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SUMMARY:2026 Family Fun Day
DESCRIPTION:Play traditional Victorian games on the south lawn of the museum for free. Ice cream sundaes courtesy of Stewart’s Shops.
URL:https://oswegohistorical.org/event/2026-family-fun-day/
LOCATION:Richardson-Bates House Museum\, 135 East Third Street\, Oswego\, NY\, 13126\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Events,Featured,Fundraisers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oswego County Historical Society":MAILTO:ochs@rbhousemuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T130000
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CREATED:20260325T015617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T015619Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Landmark Lawn Sale\, Day 01
DESCRIPTION:Oswego County Historical Society is holding their annual Landmark Lawn Sale! Join us on the south lawn of the Richardson-Bates House Museum for a sale of books\, Oswego memorabilia\, household items\, collectables\, vintage jewelry\, historic photo reproductions\, and more. No early sales.
URL:https://oswegohistorical.org/event/2026-landmark-lawn-sale-01/
LOCATION:Richardson-Bates House Museum\, 135 East Third Street\, Oswego\, NY\, 13126\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Events,Fundraisers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oswego County Historical Society":MAILTO:ochs@rbhousemuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T130000
DTSTAMP:20260606T114309
CREATED:20260325T015851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T015852Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Landmark Lawn Sale\, Day 02
DESCRIPTION:Oswego County Historical Society is holding their annual Landmark Lawn Sale! Join us on the south lawn of the Richardson-Bates House Museum for a sale of books\, Oswego memorabilia\, household items\, collectables\, vintage jewelry\, historic photo reproductions\, and more. No early sales.
URL:https://oswegohistorical.org/event/2026-landmark-lawn-sale-02/
LOCATION:Richardson-Bates House Museum\, 135 East Third Street\, Oswego\, NY\, 13126\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Events,Fundraisers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oswego County Historical Society":MAILTO:ochs@rbhousemuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T153000
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CREATED:20260325T020501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T020502Z
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SUMMARY:"Digging History:" SUNY Oswego Archeological Field School at the McWhorter House
DESCRIPTION:Join professor and Society board member Alanna Ossa for a presentation on the 2026 Archeological Field School conducted this summer at the historic 1828 McWhorter house. \n\n\n\nThis ties into the America 250 commemoration and the John Laurance collection of colonial and early Oswego documents exhibited at the Richardson-Bates House Museum.
URL:https://oswegohistorical.org/event/2026-digging-history/
LOCATION:Oswego Public Library\, 120 E 2nd St\, Oswego\, NY\, 13126\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T114309
CREATED:20260325T021133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T021134Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Classic Movie Night
DESCRIPTION:Oswego County Historical Society is once again hosting our Classic Movie Night\, in partnership with Zurich Cinemas.  \n\n\n\nCheck back for more information.
URL:https://oswegohistorical.org/event/2026-classic-movie-night/
LOCATION:Oswego Cinema 7\, 138 W 2nd St #2763\, Oswego\, NY\, 13126\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Events,Featured
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oswego County Historical Society":MAILTO:ochs@rbhousemuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T220000
DTSTAMP:20260606T114309
CREATED:20260325T021447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T021448Z
UID:14826-1794510000-1794520800@oswegohistorical.org
SUMMARY:2026 Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:Test your trivia skills with Oswego County Historical Society’s annual Trivia Night! Gather a team of up to six brainiacs and challenge yourselves to five rounds of trivia\, with categories ranging from local history\, to general trivia\, to literature\, sports and more! \n\n\n\nTickets are available for purchase in advance or at the door at G.S. Steamers. First place wins a snazzy gift basket of goodies—donated by Man in the Moon Candies—featuring chocolates\, merchandise from local businesses and organizations\, and other surprises. \n\n\n\nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://oswegohistorical.org/event/2026-trivia-night/
LOCATION:G.S. Steamers\, 70 E 1st St\, Oswego\, NY\, 13126\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Events,Featured,Fundraisers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oswego County Historical Society":MAILTO:ochs@rbhousemuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261206T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261206T160000
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CREATED:20260325T021707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T021708Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Holiday Open House
DESCRIPTION:Experience Victorian Christmas through the eyes of the Bates family. Christmas decorations and Victorian children’s gifts are on display through the month of December.
URL:https://oswegohistorical.org/event/2026-holiday-open-house/
LOCATION:Richardson-Bates House Museum\, 135 East Third Street\, Oswego\, NY\, 13126\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Events,Featured
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oswego County Historical Society":MAILTO:ochs@rbhousemuseum.org
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