About Us
Leading and supporting the advancement of research, education, and enjoyment of Chenango County history.
Be immersed in the center of Chenango County’s past and explore the rich history of our region.
Our Mission
The mission of CCHS is to lead and support the advancement of research, education, and enjoyment of Chenango County history.
CCHS celebrates the culture of Chenango County – its unique traditions, noteworthy residents, and unusual stories. Museum visitors are immersed in the center of Chenango County’s past through exhibits exploring the rich history of our local region.
History
First established in 1939, the Chenango County Historical Society (CCHS) received an absolute charter in 1956. Ward School No. 2 was acquired in 1958 with renovations beginning immediately. Since reopening as a museum in 1962, Ward School No. 2 has been the home of the CCHS.
The campus has expanded greatly since then, with the acquisition of the one-room Ross Schoolhouse (Preston), Loomis Barn (Tyner), a maple sugar house, and the Chenango Canal building, home to packet boat model the “Lillie.”
CCHS in the News
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Staff
Jessica Moquin, Executive Director
Joseph Fryc, Operations Manager
Board of Trustees
D. Lukas Brown, President
John Antonowicz, Vice President
Joan Scudder, Secretary
Stephanie Coggins
Kali Delmar
Sharon Donahe
Julie Kupris
Gail Merian
Bruce Webster
Taylor Zieno
Van Mason
Dan O’Reilly
Luke Halberg
Laura Parker
Proposed By-Law Revisions 2021
Linked below are the proposed revisions to the By-Laws of the Chenango County Historical Society and Museum for review by our membership. These proposed revisions will be voted upon by the members at the CCHS Annual Meeting in November of 2021.