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Archive Adventures: Discover New York’s Hidden Stories

July 24, 2025

11 am
Discovery Place

Free

Curious about New York's past? Come uncover the stories behind the state's history— one document at a time! Join us every Thursday at 11:00 a.m. for "Ask an Archivist" at the New York Museum. Each session offers a peek into New York State’s rich and surprising history through carefully chosen original documents, photographs, and videos. An expert archivist will be on hand to share stories, answer your questions, and reveal how we uncover and preserve the past. You never know what fascinating piece of history you’ll discover!

The Empire State Games

Did you know New York had its own Olympics? From 1978 to 2010, amateur athletes competed in an Olympic-style summer sports event. Stop by as archivist Jasmine Bumpers shares photos and more!

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