For the northern quarter of the State, may I suggest the Adirondack Museum
in Blue Mountain Lake? While the folks there concentrate on the mountains,
the 1870's were a time of great change in the wilderness that
coicided/were a part of the changes in the broader society.

Also, if you are on a limited budget, may I suggest that explore joining a
museum that is part of a consortia that has reciprocal admission
privledges.

On Wed, 8 Oct 1997, Sue Thompson wrote:

> I am looking to learn all about the 1870's main in the United States/New
> York.  Can anyone suggest reference books, etc. I can read.  I also would
> enjoy recommendations for visits to museums who cover this time period.
> Thanks.
> Sue Thompson
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