Sheldon Historical Society

Strykersville NY
Sponsored by the Sheldon Historical Society

At the School House:
Extreme Makeover ~ Museum Edition. Come see the BIG REVEAL
Award Winning Community Cook Book Sale
Theme Basket Raffle

Around the Town:
Kiwanis Roast Beef Sandwiches
Mason's Sausage Stand
St. John Neumann Bake Sale and Ice Cream
Boy Scouts Hot Dog Stand

A Civil War battle broke out in the Town of Sheldon on Saturday, April 24, 2010 on the church grounds of St. Mary's RC Church, Strykersville NY. The skirmish, which included volleys of cannon fire, rifle shots and a man-to-man combat was the centerpiece of the Wyoming County Federation of Historical Societies Annual Spring Workshop. Well-known re-enactors, Terry Parker, Don Baker and Robert Yott shared their vast knowledge of the Civil War with an audience of professional historians and the general public. The attendees were thrilled when visited by none other than President Abraham Lincoln who mingled freely with the participants and regaled them with his sharp wit and engaging stories about the family. This year's event was hosted and presented by the Sheldon Historical Society.

Presented by the Sheldon Historical Society

You are cordially invited to attend the Wyoming County Federation of Historical Societies Annual Spring Workshop, presented by the Sheldon Historical Society.

Location: St. Mary Queen of the Most Holy Rosary School
Parish Hall – Rear of the School (Note: Not Handi-Capped Accessible)
3854 Main Street Strykersville (Route 78), NY 14145

Date/Time: Saturday, April 24, 2010 Registration and Continental Breakfast at 9:30 a.m.
Lunch catered by the Durfee Family. Hot Sandwiches, Salads, Dessert and Beverages. Program concludes at 3:00 pm.

Thank you, friends for visiting the website of the Town of Sheldon Historical Society, a volunteer group dedicated to the preservation of local history and sustaining the School House Museum for generations to come.

This group was founded in 1927, but had “run out of steam” by mid-century. Fortunately, a group of dedicated citizens came together in the mid-1970’s to save the Sheldon School #10 from demolition, and subsequently reorganize the historical society. Known today as the School House Museum, the building is the pride of Sheldon and the heart of activity for the Historical Society.

Thursday, August 20, 2009
7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
School House Museum, Main Street, Strykersville

Thursday, July 16, 2009
7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
School House Museum, Main Street, Strykersville

On behalf of the members of the Sheldon Historical Society, we wish to thank all the residents and participants of the 19th Annual Town Wide Yard Sale event in Strykersville on June 6-7, 2009. Your continued support helps to make this the best annual yard sale in Western New York! Great Job, everyone!

This is an aerial view of Harold Schiltz, Inc. about 1970's. Also Earl Conrad farm, both located on Dutch Hollow Rd., Strykersville, NY.

We are looking for aerial views of farms, homesteads, and hamlets. There were several taken from about 1930 - 2000. If you want to scan the image and email it to us, just use our contact form and select "Aerial-view Information" in the category drop down menu. We will reply to your request with information on where to email the image. Other options include dropping off the photograph and we will copy and return it, or get a copy made and mail it to us.

We would greatly appreciate your effort and in return we are preserving your history.

Strykersville, NY
Sponsored by the Sheldon Historical Society

Saturday & Sunday from 9am to 3pm.

Vendors & Inquiries, call Barb @ (585) 457-3061 or Judy @ (585) 457-3444

Antiques * Bargains * Prime Junque * Good Food * Great Fun

At the Schoolhouse:

• Century Old Restored Classroom - Browse local History Exhibits
• Community Cookbook Sale - Tabasco Regional Winner
• Art Contest - Grades K-4