Onondaga Historical Association — Attraction in City of Syracuse

It is always worth a visit if you are a history buff or just curious about the way things were or how things got to how they are now. The museum is a great depository of artifacts that are expertly curated to tell a story of one of the continent's most historically significance areas. Because of the vastness of their collection, new exhibits, telling different stories, are often cycled onto display.

Their reference library is filled with locally significant resources that often are not available through online sources. A must visit for those researching their family history or the history of the place they now occupy.

Bring whole family. It is kid friendly for the well behaved and adult intriguing for the knowledge seeking...

We recently attended a "Ghost Walk" in Liverpool sponsored by the OHA, which made us curious about what else the place had to offer, so we stopped by to visit. The Ghost Walk was so much fun: interesting characters from Liverpool History, like Mayor Heid, and a willow basket maker, told us their stories and wove interesting facts into well-performed (and often funny) first person histories. We walked from location to location led by a tour guide. The OHA itself is packed with treasures from Onondaga County history, and has a great gift shop. Evidently they run programs all year long, including a recent Paranormal visit in the building...

Great place to have fun and learn about the amazing history in Onondaga County. I have lived here my whole life and never had any idea of the monumental things that happened here. Things they don't teach in school, but should. Give yourself some time to soak it all in. Also they let you take photos so you can share. Two floors to explore. Also on the 100 Things To Do In Syracuse Before You Die. So cross one off your list and check out this gem of a museum in our own backyard. Also they have a fantastic research center if you want...