Nestled in the heart of Gloversville, New York, the Fulton County Historical Society and Museum, located at 237 Kingsboro Ave., serves as a vital custodian of local heritage. Visit during your American 250 celebrations and peek into the local displays on America's beginnings.

When the patriots of 1776 fought for independence, they were fighting for the right to build their own lives, open their own shops, and cultivate their own communities. 250 years later, our local small business owners are carrying that exact same spirit forward. Let's show our patriotism by keeping our dollars right here at home. Grab a hot dog, admire the beautiful customer-made quilts, hang a glass star, and let’s celebrate America by celebrating Gloversville.

Downtown Gloversville is gearing up for a spectacular celebration of American history, local talent, and community spirit. Starting Thursday, July 2nd, the third floor of the Historic Schine Memorial Hall (42 N. Main St.) will come alive with “Memorial Hall Cultural & Arts Center (MHCA) Celebrates America 250”—an immersive, multi-media exhibition honoring our nation’s semiquincentennial.

As we lead up to Independence Day, the Gloversville Hometown Hero Banners are fluttering in the summer breeze. Each banner features a face, a name, and a branch of service. Together, they represent an elite fraternity of local citizens who left these exact same Mohawk Valley hills to defend the American experiment.