On the Home Front: New York in the Civil War Featured on
Calendar: Not Featured on Calendar September 8 – December 30
Commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, the
Fenimore presents On the Home Front: New York in the Civil War.
Even though no battles were fought in the area, the Civil War
was reflected in all aspects of everyday life in upstate New
York. Military and patriotic themes appeared in children’s toys,
home decorations, and even women’s clothing. On the Home Front
offers a multitude of rare artifacts, artwork, photographs, and
clothing from the museum’s collection, which detail these
elements, including items from upstate New York regiments. Front
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