Time and the Valleys Museum
Present temporary location:
The Town of Neversink Town Hall
Route 55, Grahamsville
Permanent site:
Located on:
Route 55
Grahamsville, New York Adjoining the Daniel Pierce Library
Planned opening 2007
Why is this Museum Important for our Community?
"It is the duty of every good citizen to use all the opportunities, which occur to him, for preserving documents relating to the history of our country."
Thomas Jefferson
The preservation of our historical resources is essential not only to illustrate the diverse cultural, education, economic and traditional values, but also to promote health, prosperity and welfare to all citizens living within a community. What else do we, as members of our community actually own but our history? Preservation of our towns has long been a project of dedicated individuals in our community. The time has come for our history to have a home - a place where it can be archived and kept safe. We hope you will support the efforts of the many men and women who today are making history by preserving it.
What Purpose will the Museum Serve?
The Time & the Valleys Museum will be a home to the history of the Rondout and Neversink Watersheds and the geographical area encompassing the Tri- Valley Central School District. The Museum will collect, own, hold and promote appropriate historical objects and artifacts. The Museum will arrange, create and promote appropriate historical exhibits and displays. The Museum will actively add to the knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the value of the Rondout and Neversink Watersheds. The Museum will promote and support historical research and scholarship, to promote and support Watershed education and organize historical and cultural activities, programs and events for the public.
Member Benefits:
Charter membership prior to opening, is valid to December 1, 2007
A plaque with the names of charter members
Unlimited visits to the Museum once completed
Newsletters
Special Events for members only
Behind the scene tour of the building progress
What Exhibits will be Featured at the Museum
Historical Displays on Various Topics of Interest including:
Artifacts from Local History
"Living Exhibits" that will enhance the understanding and awareness of County residents regarding the historical, social, political and ecological features of the Delaware Watershed and New York City Water Supply System.
A Permanent Exhibit, "Under the Waters of the Reservoir," a model created by Barbara Purcell of the original towns and landscapes that are now concealed by the waters of the Neversink and Rondout Reservoirs.
A Photography Exhibit and Registry of Antique Barns (aged 50 and older) that were primarily dairy farms in the Tri-Valley region.
AND MUCH MORE!
Contact Information:
For more information, please contact:
Carol Smythe
Town of Neversink Historian
PO Box 307, Grahamsville, NY 12740
Phone: 845-985-2262 ext. 313
email: historian@townofneversink
org website: www.timeandthevalleysmuseum.org
Time and the Valleys Museum Board of Trustees and Volunteers
President: Carol Smythe
Vice President: Barbara Purcell
Secretary: Jack Denman
Treasurer: Georgianna Lepke
Trustees:
Margaret Coombe Donna Denman Joann Galagher
Barbara Garigliano Elsie Hornbeck Berry Lewis
Anita Jones Helen Kwasinowicz Dorothy Muthig
Keith Edwards Joseph Inghrim Richard Coombe
Honorary Trustees:
Miles Ellison Raymond Muthig Ira Stern
Museum 2006 Active Volunteers:
Mary Inghrim Hulda Vernooy Kathy Neylon
Pat Giannotti Phyllis Coombe Frank Carlsen
Allison Ruef Keith Carlsen Kurt Carlsen
Margaret Helthaler Joe Garigliano Jim Walsh
Marie Dean Margaret DeWire Dennis Muthig
Lauren Jones
And all others who spontaneously give of their time to help the Museum
If you would like to make a monetary contribution to the Time and the Valleys, Please send a check or money order to:
Time & the Valleys Museum Donation
PO Box 307 Grahamsville, NY 12740
To make a special gift, such as a employer matched gift, a bequest or planned gift, please contact Carol Smythe at 845-985-2262 ext. 313
Membership:
Charter Memberships available beginning July 29, 2006 – December 30, 2008
Please select the type of membership you want:
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