A garden, bench, landscaping and other amenities continue to add to the county s smallest library in size. Although the clerks office does not house vital records, many of our resources are very useful in tracing genealogies. Binghamton, ny broome county executive jason garnar. If you were born between 1946 and 1964, lived through the vietnam war, have already or are about ready to retire, have or already receive social secu. The broome county local history and genealogy center is located on the second floor of the broome county public library. Looking for the perfect gift for the holidays, or any time of the year. Apr 10, 2020 a new york minute in history a new york minute in history is a podcast about the history of new york and the unique tales of new yorkers. In october of 2011 broome county historian gerald smith was glad to accept a gift from ann. Feb 22, 2018 broome county historian gerald smith receives prize for contributions to ny history.
Gerald smith, former broome county historian a long time in office, a long time coming. Former broome county historian gives history lesson at. On the seamy side of the street goodreads share book. Wayne wright, library director of the new york state historical association retired new york academy of history herbert h. Gerald smith, broome county and binghamton city historian and author of several books, presented the baby boomer memories program on july 15, 2015. Gerald smith, broome county historian will share on the seamy side of the street. A pictorial history of the greater binghamton area by gerald r. Gerry recently retired from his fulltime job at the broome county public library after 32 years and began. Binghamton wbng in 1988 gerald smith was first appointed as broome county historian. Smith will present that happened here that happened here. The county was named for john broome, the states lieutenant governor when broome county was created. Broome county historian gerald smith will discuss material from the recentlypublished book on the seamy side of the read more. Through the years the collection has continued to evolve. Lds genealogy broome county histories and genealogies national register of historic places broome county, ny the natural, statistical and civil history of the state of new york 1829 broome county, ny new york public library history of broome county, new york npr the legacy of george f.
Mysteries from the vault broome county artifacts and their. It is hosted by devin lander, the new york state historian. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Smith celebrate broome county s bicentennial with the first full history of the area since 1924. Gerald smith is the former broome county historian. Chenango canal article by gerald smith historian 112815. Dec 1, 2015 chenango canal article by gerald smith historian 112815 binghamton press.
Broome county historian gerald smith talks to host john burns jr. Charles page smith september 6, 1917 august 28, 1995, who was known by his middle name, was a u. Broome county has many notable people, from the revolution to the 1948 presidential election, who played a part in american history but some of their stories have faded over the years. A history of broome county, new york, and the valley of opportunity. Broome county historical society, binghamton, new york. Joyce helped to establish and plan the emcs first photo show. You may also wish to visit the broome county library or speak with broome county historian gerald smith when compiling family histories.
Books from broome county historical society youtube. View gerald smith s profile on linkedin, the worlds largest professional community. Oct 10, 2018 the tour of this centuries old cemetery will be led by christine gillette, historian for the town of barker. Wayne wright, library director of the new york state historical association. Copies of books found in the familysearch catalog may be found in worldcat catalog and ordered. Gerald smith city of binghamton broome county historian. An anthology of short biographies describing some of broom. He is currently the curator of the civil war at roberson museum. If you thought broome county was quiet and staid, its time to change your mind. Gerry recently retired from his fulltime job at the broome county public library after 32 years and began historysmiths, a consulting and research company. Broome county historical society publications broome county.
Broome county historian retiring after three decades on. Smith has been a fixture in local history for four decades. In october of 2011 broome county historian gerald smith. This page primarily lists records kept at the county level. Where can find broome county birth, marriage, divorce and death records. He is currently the historian for the city of binghamton and broome. The emc is broome county governments citizens advisory board on local environment matters. Broome county history book in 1885 had its detractors and omissions. Sep 1, 2016 downtown binghamton ny in the 1970s ed brewer. History nineveh public library of colesville township.
I used to stand there many times checking out books or typing up library cards for thousands of patrons, says gerald smith, the former broome county historian, who had an office in the carnegie. Gerald smith, the county historian who contributed some of the brochures information, including the k. Luther fills this position after the retirement of former broome county historian gerald smith. Smith has been the broome county historian for 31 years and city of binghamtons historian for 35 years.
He is currently the historian for the city of binghamton and broome county, and is an adjunct history professor at suny broome. By gerald smith on may 1, 2018 a new exhibit opened in the exhibit room on the second floor of the broome county public library. Professor smith knows local history very well, as he is the former broome county historian. More saints and sinners from broome county s history both with co author. Smith is on the faculty at suny broome, is past president of the association of public historians of nys, and is the author of several books. Guide to broome county, new york ancestry, family history, and genealogy birth records, marriage records. Smith gave a presentation on the interesting stories in the. This is an abridgment of a chapter from gerald smith s book, sweeping across america. Lehman prize for distinguished service in new york history from the new york academy of history. A garden, bench, landscaping and other amenities continue to add to the countys smallest library in size. Its been nearly 40 years since a 23 year old smith was hired by what was then the binghamton public library now broome county. Since 1919, the broome county historical society has been collecting, preserving and.
Smith celebrate broome countys bicentennial with the first full history of the area since 1924. In the first full history of the area since 1924, partners all chronicles the development of the sixteen towns, seven villages, and one city that are today part of broome county. History of broome county with illustrations and biographical. Broome county historian retiring after three decades on the job binghamton wbng in 1988 gerald smith was first appointed broome county historian retiring after three decades on the job binghamton wbng in 1988 gerald smith was first appointed as broome county historian.
Log in once logged in, you can add biography in the database. He was a founder and past president of the association of public historians of new york state. D degrees from the university of kentucky in history. How a broome county familys descendant became wild bill hickok this is an abridgment of a chapter from gerald smith s book, sweeping across america. The binghamton rotary club invited broome county historian, gerald smith, to commemorate the citys 150th anniversary. He serves on several boards, including wskg, and the broome county historical. Smith 2006, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. Mysteries from the vault broome county artifacts and.
A history of broome county, ny provides an interesting and accessible overview of the towns and villages in broome county as well as a history of the area including both the native american history and the history of binghamton area industry. Broome county new york genealogy ancestry research. How a broome county, ny familys descendant became wild. Smith has been broome county historian since 1988 and city of. A native of broome county, he graduated from broome community college and binghamton university. Broome county historian gerald smith receives prize. Luther recently published two books about broome county history. A native of broome county, he graduated from broome community college and binghamton university where he received his masters in history. Smith and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. This new book by the broome county historian and a retired local journalist pulls back the curtain on murderers, corrupt politicians, illicit affairs, famous madams, and more.
This broome county family was steeped in american history. Broome county vital records can be found at the new york department of health which has copies of birth records after 1881 and death records after 1880, copies of marriage since 1881 and a divorce records since 1847. Broome county historian gives presentation to rotary club. He was a founder and past president of the association of public. Usa 1,015,348 new york 54,234 broome county 769 broome county histories and genealogies 42 usa 1,015,348 new york 54,234 new york histories and genealogies 3,555 broome county histories and genealogies 42 note. Former carnegie library employees get tour of old stomping. Broome county history historical landmarks of new york state. In january 2019, i retired as county historian after 31 years, as city historian after 35 years, and left the broome county public first to library after 40 years and 10 months there. County executive garnar appoints roger luther as broome county. Joyce smith and her husband, paul, played key roles in establishing and maintaining the work of the emc and made many significant contributions to the organization over the years. Broome county historian retiring after three decades on the job. Oct 31, 2011 please welcome our newest contributor here at the online journal new york history, president of the association of public historians of new york state gerry smith. The historians exchange v o l u m e 2 3 n u m b e r s 2 historian receives award on april 5, 2018, broome county and city of binghamton historian gerald smith received the 2016 herbert h.
Dec 26, 2016 broome county historian gerald smith, a member of the board of directors of the broome county historical society, has a new book coming out titled sweeping across america. A pictorial history of the greater binghamton area, and more on. Read more about broome co historian recognized for history service. Smith has been broome county historian since 1988 and city of binghamton historian since 1984. Broome county historian and city of binghamton historian gerry smith is stepping out of both roles and into retirement. The broome county historical society provides a wide variety of books featuring maps, illustrations, photographs, genealogies and more. State creates new advisory group to boost new yorks history. Smith the broome county historian explains the history and heritage of the region surrounding the confluence of the susquehanna and chenango rivers. Gerald smith graduated from the chenango forks school district in 1973. A history of broome count, new york and the valley of opportunity. Achievements include development of broome county local history. Learn the rich history of broome county and many of its cities and towns, from the fifteenth century to modern history.
Please welcome our newest contributor here at the online journal new york history, president of the association of public historians of new york state gerry smith. There are several companion books dealing with ibm, endicott, johnson city, and baseball and hockey in broome county. The new york academy of history has selected broome county historian gerald smith to receive the 2018 herbert h. He is the author of several books, including partners all. He taught at the university of memphis from 19881993. The broome county public library will host a presentation about some of the colorful characters from broome countys history. Artifacts and their stories from the collections of the broome county historical society. A talk this monday evening by gerald smith, the broome county historian. Help us improve our author pages by updating your bibliography and submitting a new or current image and biography. This new book by the broome county historian and a retired local journalist pulls back. A native of broome county, he graduated from broome. Lehman prize for distinguished service in new york history from. Divisions and titles, history of broome county, syracuse, ny. Broome county historian gerald smith, a member of the board of directors of the broome county historical society, has a new book coming out titled sweeping across america.
The center incorporates the local history and genealogy holdings of the broome county public library, the broome county historical society, the broome county historian and the city of binghamton historian. His purpose to give the tour was to inform the public of the history behind the people in the county at their gravestones. Smith was broome county historian and city historian for over 30 years. The tour was conducted by former broome county historian gerald smith. Hardcover fullcolor book by county historian roger luther and former county historian gerald smith. Broome county historian gerald smith was chosen by the new york academy of history to receive the 2018 herbert h. In upstate new york, a tragedy eclipsed, but not forgotten. Gerry smith to retire as broome county historian fox 40. There are a number of notable sources of media in binghamton, new york. Feb 16, 2017 state creates new advisory group to boost new yorks history. Broome county historical society publications broome. Roberson museum archives the new york history blog. Broome county historian at broome county public library ithaca. Gerald smith broome county historian broome county.
Colorful characters from broome county history as want to read. A pictorial history of greater binghamton, new york. A history of broome county, new york 9781578643394 by gerald r. But the heart of the people of the community and the library staff and board continue to make this library large in size. History of broome county 1885 edition open library. This new book by the broome county historian and a retired local journalist pulls. History books celebrate regions influence, architecture.
Lehman prize for distinguished service in new york history. State historian devin lander says the groups members will offer advice on how to raise awareness of the empire states rich. Its been nearly 40 years since a 23 year old smith was hired by what was the. Jan 09, 2019 binghamton wbng in 1988 gerald smith was first appointed as broome county historian.
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