NORWAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

NEWPORT, NY

September 17, 2021: "The Eagle", Roscoe Conkling Park, Utica, New York Standing on a high ridge with a commanding view over the downtown skyline, <i>The Eagle</i> - a six-foot bronze statue sculpted in 1923 by noted artist Charles Keck - is one of the most well-known landmarks at Roscoe Conkling Park in Utica, New York.

If you're an architecture buff like me, you can read <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/198134987@N03/53300128551">more about the memorial</a> at <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/198134987@N03/">Western New York Architecture Deep Cuts</a>, my other account where I go deeper into the weeds about these sorts of things.

<i><b>A NOTE ABOUT LICENSING:</b> The sculpture depicted in this image is the work of an artist who died in 1951, so it falls in the public domain in its country of origin and other countries and areas where the copyright term is the author's life plus 70 years or fewer. In other jurisdictions, reuse of this content may be restricted; consult local laws for details. The composition of the photograph itself, and all other elements, are hereby licensed under the terms of Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 2.0 as labeled.</i> — September 17, 2021: "The Eagle", Roscoe Conkling Park, Utica, New York Credit: Carrotflower Productions International

The Norway Historical Society is a nonprofit organization located in Newport, NY that is dedicated to preserving the history of the town of Norway and the surrounding area. Founded in 1960, the society operates a museum that features exhibits on local history, including displays on agriculture, industry, and the lives of early settlers. The museum also includes a research library that is open to the public and contains a collection of books, maps, photographs, and other materials related to the history of the area.

In addition to maintaining the museum and library, the Norway Historical Society sponsors a variety of programs and events throughout the year. These include lectures, workshops, and special exhibits that explore different aspects of local history. The society also publishes a quarterly newsletter that provides updates on its activities and highlights interesting stories and events from the past.

The Norway Historical Society is staffed by volunteers who are passionate about preserving and promoting the history of their community. Members of the society come from a variety of backgrounds, but all share a commitment to preserving the rich heritage of the area for future generations to enjoy. Whether you are a local resident or a visitor to the area, the Norway Historical Society is an excellent resource for learning more about the fascinating history of this part of New York State.

NORWAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in NEWPORT NY. US MID #8403602157

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mid-Atlantic (District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania).

"The Eagle", Roscoe Conkling Park, Utica, New York, September 2021 Standing on a high ridge at Roscoe Conkling Park with a commanding view over the downtown skyline of Utica, New York is the city's arguably best-known piece of public art: <i>The Eagle</i>, a six-foot bronze statue of the titular bird sculpted in 1923 by noted artist Charles Keck. A pair of bronze plaques embedded in the marble pedestal relate that the monument was dedicated in memory of prominent hotelier, industrialist and politico Thomas Redfield Proctor (1844-1920), describe Proctor as &quot;an incorruptible citizen and a pure patriot&quot; who, &quot;if asked what he wished in reward for any good public deed... answered 'I want nothing'&quot;, and relate the incident in his life that inspired the statue: gifted a caged bald eagle one Fourth of July, he ascended to the roof on Bagg's Hotel, which he owned, and freed the bird. Proctor, too, died on the Fourth of July &quot;and went the way the bird did, seeking his native element and the true father of his country&quot;. Another plaque on a different face of the pedestal quotes from the Book of Sirach: &quot;And some there be, which have no memorial; who are perished, as though they had never been; and are become as though they had never been born; and their children after them... their bodies are buried in peace; but their name liveth for evermore.&quot;

<i><b>A NOTE ABOUT LICENSING:</b> The sculpture depicted in this image is the work of an artist who died in 1951, so it falls in the public domain in its country of origin and other countries and areas where the copyright term is the author's life plus 70 years or fewer. In other jurisdictions, reuse of this content may be restricted; consult local laws for details. The composition of the photograph itself, and all other elements, are hereby licensed under the terms of Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 2.0 as labeled.</i>

Salisbury Center Covered Bridge New York

Cottage Grand Stove -- about 1890 The Peckham Brothers,
were stove makers in Utica, New York

John Southwick Peckham was born in Troy, New York in 1803.
His brother Merritt Peckham was born in Utica, New York in 1813.

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NORWAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 55
NEWPORT
NY
13416-0055

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MID #	8403602157
Name	NORWAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification	Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mid-Atlantic
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)	300414525
NTEECC	A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)	201212
INCOME	0
REVENUE	0
LAT/LONG	43.193149, -74.970263
CODES	FIPS State Code: 36 FIPS County Code: 043 US Census Tract: 011400 US Census Block: 2063