Brozozowski To Head ‘Friends of Oneonta Theatre’ Group
Bob Brozozowski, newly retired from his position as the head of the Greater Oneonta Historical Society, was recently tapped to lead the Friends of Oneonta Theatre group. This group seeks to purchase, renovate and rejuvenate the historic landmark theater located in downtown Oneonta at 47 Chestnut Street.
Others chosen to fill out the leadership of this non-profit group include Elizabeth Dunn, secretary of CADE, and Wendy Hunt who will serve as treasurer.
To follow the progress of this exciting project visit the Friends of Oneonta Theatre at their Facebook page by CLICKING HERE..
Oneonta Fire Department History is Focus of GOHS Exhibit
The Greater Oneonta Historical Society has a new exhibition coming to its History Center at 183 Main Street. Up from the Ashes, Oneonta Shaped by Fire opens on Friday, February 12.
The exhibition will cover the history of Oneonta s early fire companies and the Oneonta Fire Department, notable Oneonta fires, Otsego County fire conventions, and, of course, the department s fire dogs. Dozens of artifacts will be displayed from the GOHS collections and on loan through the Oneonta Fire Department and others. The artifacts include a vintage pompier, an example of the hook and ladder that fire trucks are often named after. Also on display will be Otsego County fire convention medals and ribbons, firefighters personal protection equipment, and other firefighting items.
Greater Oneonta Historical Society Names New Exec. Director
The Greater Oneonta Historical Society (GOHS) names Marcela Micucci as Executive Director. She succeeds Bob Brzozowski who has been associated with the GOHS since 2003 and was named Executive Director in 2009. According to a press release, Micucci is an Oneonta native who holds a doctorate in American history from SUNY Binghamton. She has served as a curator at the Museum of the City of New York in Manhattan and the Museum of the American Revolution in Philadelphia.
When asked about her feelings upon returning to Oneonta to head the GOHS, Dr. Micucci responded, “This is my hometown and while I have been away for several years, I have lived and worked here for nearly two decades. I am excited to have the opportunity to return and step into this role so I can continue the work of everyone who has been devoted to preserving Oneonta’s history and heritage.”
Head of Oneonta Historical Society Retiring
Greater Oneonta Historical Society Executive Director Bob Brzozowski is retiring at the end of this month. Bob has been associated with the GOHS since 2003 and in 2009,he was appointed Executive Director. He says it was a great privilege to meet so many citizens from the area who share his love of history in general and local history in particular. The Board of Trustees of the GOHS is naming the Oneonta History Wall, a permanent exhibit, the Brzozowski Oneonta History Wall .
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Oneonta Mayor Gary Herzig is set to deliver his State of the City address Tuesday night. It’s a busy time for the Otsego County city, with college students set to return in the coming days, a new police chief to hire, and ongoing concerns around COVID-19. Herzig, a Democrat, is now in his sixth year as mayor. He spoke with WAMC’s Jesse King.
First and foremost: what is the state of the city?
You know, we ve been through a tough year, just like everybody across the country, across the world has been. We had an initial shutdown in the spring, then followed by a large outbreak at SUNY Oneonta in the fall, and of course now, like everybody else, we re facing increasing numbers with the second wave. But despite that, I would have to say that the state of the city of Oneonta is one of strength, and one of resilience. We have come through this because the people of the city have come together to support one another and support our business community.