Colton NY Museum and Historical Society

08/13/2026

08/11/2026

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08/03/2026

Hiram Pierce (April 13, 1804 – April 12, 1885) was a prominent 19th-century pioneer industrialist, mill owner, and landowner in the town of Colton, New York. He played a foundational role in establishing the early economy and manufacturing infrastructure of the region along the Raquette River. He built the second house to be built in Colton on the East side of the river. The first schoolhouse was located in his woodshed and taught by Ms. Pierce. While local histories and archival documents detail his extensive industrial layout along the rapids, they do not preserve a specific residential street address for Hiram Pierce’s personal home. However, his life and daily operations were anchored to a very specific footprint within the village. Wikapedia See less

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07/31/2026

Latest gifts to Colton Museum:
Four photo albums and a scrapbook, gift of Alan Austin.
Framed wall paper samples and other items from the walls of one of Colton's oldest houses (Lillian 'Cassell's).
One box of items found in the Cassell house. Gift of Joya Blondel and Dwight Tuinstra.

07/10/2026

New addition to the Colton Museum Americana Exhibit is a lighted DAR Patriots Tree. Come check out all the names. On loan by creators Scott and Mary Lalumiere.

06/29/2026

In 1993, 45 Colton people worked on a quilt to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Town of Colton. (1843-1993). The quilt is on display at the Colton Museum this summer. Following are a few photos. The quilt was organized and assembled by Rena Davis and Marilyn Coller. It was tied and backed by Betty Hammond. There is a framed key to who worked on each square on display.

06/29/2026

Theme for the 2026 exhibit at the Colton NY museum is "Americana".

In 2003, CPCS art teacher Rich Hammill had his class work on a patriotic project by having students interview and make charcoal drawings of local WWII veterans. Here are some examples on display:

06/28/2026

The Colton Museum will open Saturday, July 11th at 10:00 AM. -Or by Appointment.

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