CCHS celebrated “National Author’s Day” in collaboration with the Human Services Institute at the SUNY Morrisville Norwich Campus on November 1. CCHS is now accepting submissions for publication in the 2025 edition of the Journal of the Chenango County Historical Society, a publication which features a variety of scholarly articles highlighting unique local history. (Submitted photo)

NORWICH –  The Chenango County Historical Society (CCHS) is currently accepting submissions for the 2025 issue of the Journal of the Chenango County Historical Society. While all stories related to Chenango County heritage are welcome – especially those that are not already well-known – topics of particular interest include military history, prominent women, prohibition stories, and unique faith perspectives such as the Mormon or Jewish communities.

The  Journal of the Chenango County Historical Society,  which debuted in the summer of 2012, is an annual CCHS publication featuring a wide variety of scholarly articles highlighting the unique history of Chenango County. Over the years, topics have ranged from “The Mysterious Disappearance of Mr. Elwood in Guilford” to “A History of Dairying in the Town of Columbus,” and “Unmasking the Beaver Meadow Gang” to “A Short History of the Smithville Fair.” The 2024 edition featured a wide range of narratives, from “Bullthistle Hiking Club – Formative Years” to “Brigham Young in Chenango County,” and from “History of Bridges in Bainbridge” to “Sidney R. Ford – Gravestone Carver,” among others.

“There are amazing stories related to our local communities just waiting to be revealed,” said Joseph Fryc, CCHS operations director. “There is so much collective knowledge in our communities. It is our goal to find and share these ‘hidden gems’ from every corner of Chenango County so that everyone has the opportunity to read and appreciate them.”

Articles intended for the next  Journal of the Chenango County Historical Society  should be submitted by March 1, 2025 for full consideration. For complete submission guidelines or more information regarding the  Journal, contact Joseph Fryc by phone at (607) 334-9227 ext. 2 or by email at  info@chenangohistorical.org.

First established in 1939, CCHS is the primary organization dedicated to actively and comprehensively preserving the history of Chenango County. The area’s premier heritage museum, the organization celebrates local culture – the enduring traditions, noteworthy residents, and unique stories of the region.  The annual  Journal of the Chenango County Historical Society  is a publication of CCHS and is sold as an exclusive title of the organization’s Museum Shop operations.  CCHS programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

- Information from the CCHS