Address: 2 Mergner Rd, Fort Johnson, NY 12070, USA
“Old Fort Johnson was the residence of Sir William Johnson, an Irish pioneer who became an influential British Superintendent of Indian Affairs. Johnson was a very important colonist who did much to build the future United States even though he was working for the British. Built in 1749 the three story Georgian style house is made of limestone and sits near the banks of the Mohawk River. The house is also home to the Montgomery County Historical Society. Tours of the inside of the house are given and they are educational and informative. Much of the furniture and furnishings in the house are original to it. The layout of the house is also as historically accurate as possible. Originally, the house was essentially part of a larger fort. They have a nice display as to what the fort would've looked like and they have a gunport built into the house. Outside of the house it is easy to admire the gardens, and the steam that runs down to the Mohawk. Interestingly enough there is also a privy outside, which is believed to be one of the oldest intact one’s in the US. There is Mixed into the house are displays of Native American artifacts and Mohawk Valley history. Some of the interesting displays that can be seen are Nicholas Herkimer’s rifle and a chair that was saved from a house in the Cherry Valley Massacre in 1778. On the third floor of the home unique artifacts from Montgomery County’s history are displayed. One of the most interesting artifacts they have is a Mohawk canoe that could be 500 or more years old. There is also a small collection of carriages to be seen here. On the tour I was informed that there would be some work on the roof of Old Fort Johnson being completed this year. Check the website or call ahead for the hours that tours are given. A small admission price is charged. There is a small, but nice gift shop located here. This is a great place to learn about Sir William Johnson and the history of the Mohawk Valley.”
Address: 100 Church St, Amsterdam, NY 12010, USA
“Visited this museum in October 2022. It was so incredible inside. Every room contains so much history. There’s a huge library inside as well to do research. I wish I had more time to explore!”
Address: Hartley Ln, Glen, NY 12072, USA
“I love to come here! It's so peaceful!”
Address: 7214 NY-5, St Johnsville, NY 13452, USA
“Fort Klock Restoration is a unique museum. The fort is a single-story stone structure house, built in an L shape and set in part on bedrock, and in part on a stone foundation. The fort house was built in 1750 by Johannes Klock. Klock was a participant in the American Revolution serving in the Battle of Oriskany. The museum preserves not only the fort house, but many other objects and artifacts primarily from the 18th and 19th centuries. The guide will demonstrate what they were used for and how they worked. Included in the tour you will also see a Dutch barn, blacksmith shop, and one room schoolhouse. Loopholes or gunports are a part of the house so it could be defended in case of an attack; showing the difficulty of life on the colonial frontier . The spinning wheel and loom are also unique to learn about. For a small museum it really offers a lot. If you plan on going call ahead so you can get a tour. Guide was friendly and informative.”
Address: 2 Erie Blvd, Canajoharie, NY 13317, USA
“Neat little museum in Canajoharie. Prominently featured are paintings by Winslow Homer. A copy of Gilbert Stuart's George Washington is also in the museum. Several works depicting the Mohawk Valley region are are also presented. The museum also does a nice job with the history of the Beech-Nut factory. Featured are ads displayed from the 1920's and 1930's. Along, with the history of Beech-Nut the story of the Arkell family is provided. Also, photographs and stories about working in the factory. The museum does a good job presenting information for each painting as well. Rotating galleries are also a part of the museum. The exhibit on "granges" in New York State was interesting. Museum is fairly priced and staff is helpful.”
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