March is National Women’s History Month and it’s the perfect time to take a few moments to think about the many women past and present who have fought tirelessly and courageously for equality and justice. The 2023 theme for Women's History Month is “Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories”. This month let’s celebrate the contributions of women throughout our history and honor the stories that have…
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Spring is almost here but here is still time to get out and enjoy a winter walk! Did you know that according to the American Heart Association, a daily walk is one of the best things you can do for your health? Walking for an average of 30 minutes a day can lower the risk of heart disease, stroke by 35% percent and Type 2 diabetes by 40%. When in good mental and physical health, the areas of life…
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March 10 th is Harriet Tubman Day-an American holiday in honor of activist Harriet Tubman. On this day take time to remember the heroic actions of this great woman and honor her memory by fighting racism and racial injustice wherever you encounter it. A little history... Harriet Tubman was born Araminta Ross in March of 1822 in Dorchester, Maryland and died March 10, 1913, in Auburn, NY. She was…
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While it’s always a great time to uplift women’s voices, accomplishments and contributions, Women’s History Month is dedicated to shining a spotlight on the forward-thinking and progressive women who have played a part in changing our world for the better – both in years past and today. If you’re looking for ways to immerse yourself into history this month, Cayuga County is an excellent place to…
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The Finger Lakes region has fabulous assets that make it an ideal place to live and travel, including our impressive historical figures who changed the way we live today. Among these impactful individuals are our own Harriet Tubman, Frances Seward, Martha Coffin Wright and Emily Howland, all of whom called Cayuga County home. Have you ever pondered what traits you might have that resemble those…
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Black American Culture by: Justin Harris Yesterday’s culture is the shell of today's culture. Read that again. Hundreds of years of oppression ironically facilitated and fueled a culture of freedom fighting in America. Out of this freedom Black Americans could find full expression and develop a culture that wasn’t related to African heritage or their bondage. The staples and stereotypes of black…
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Although this is the chosen month to highlight Black history, the celebration and recognition of the Black history-makers goes beyond the month of February. Their contributions are ingrained in our society and culture, which is something to be acknowledged every day. And here in Auburn, NY – Harriet Tubman’s chosen hometown – residents and visitors have the opportunity to embrace the region’s rich…
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A little Valentine's Day History... Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and it probably has you thinking of flowers, wine, chocolates, and a candlelight dinner, but before you start planning and searching for the best gifts for your Valentine, you might be wondering why do we celebrate Valentine’s Day? Interesting fact- nobody really knows the true history behind this holiday, nor do any of…
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The Cayuga County Office of Tourism is the designated tourism promotion agency for Cayuga County. We are responsible for promoting the county’s attractions, events and lodging establishments.To accomplish this, we develop different campaigns and partnerships, and we align them with potential visitors. 2022 was a memorable year for tourism in our region — below are some of the efforts that we took…
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Fishing Cayuga County’s Small Lakes in Winter By George Fiorille Cayuga County offers anglers a wide range of lake sizes to fish. The scope goes from a couple of hundred acres to several miles such as Cayuga and Lake Ontario. The small lakes such as Cross Lake, Duck Lake, Otter Lake and Lake Como, just may be at their best during the cold-water periods of winter. While these shallower lakes…
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