The Story of Louis Weickum

The Story of Louis Weickum

One interesting story I discovered from working at the SUNY Maritime Museum is that of Louis Weickum. I was working a lot on an exhibit…

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The Jacob Leisler Institute and the Journey of a Young Historian

The Jacob Leisler Institute and the Journey of a Young Historian

Recently at the Jacob Leisler Institute, I was given a burned document dating back to the late 17th century that was caught in the fire…

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My beginning at the Jacob Leisler Institute

My beginning at the Jacob Leisler Institute

As a major history geek, I have visited many historic sites from Sagamore Hill on Long Island to the Gettysburg Battlefield, both of which brought…

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Discovery at Locust Grove

Discovery at Locust Grove

Interning at Locust Grove Estate in Poughkeepsie, New York, has given me the opportunity to uncover some fascinating stories about the property and those who…

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Gomez Mill House: Ecker's Reasoning

Gomez Mill House: Ecker’s Reasoning

As an intern at the Gomez Mill House site in Marlboro, New York, I was left with a variety of avenues to pursue regarding researching…

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Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt National Historic Site And National Archives

Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt National Historic Site And National Archives

First I would like to welcome everyone to the Franklin D. Roosevelt national historic site, located in Hyde Park in New York, right off Albany…

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The Reher Center For Immigrant Culture and History:Deeds and Building History

The Reher Center For Immigrant Culture and History:Deeds and Building History

Through the various projects and tasks that I have worked on at the Reher Center, I discovered a couple specific topics of interest that heightened…

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Locust Grove Estate

Locust Grove Estate

Locust Grove Estate, located in Poughkeepsie, New York, currently stands as a National Historic Landmark estate and offers a multitude of activities, including approximately five…

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