Guide to The Herkimer Diamond Mines – 2021 Season
It’s fair to say the pandemic has unraveled travel plans, putting our much-needed vacations on hold. Most of us haven’t left our homes since last March, and boredom has long-ago set in. Looking back on the uncertainty of last year makes us all the more excited to welcome a new spring season; and the re-opening
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The Glimmerglass Festival Announces Plans for Summer 2021
New Outdoor Stage to Host Performances Three-Year Initiative for New Works Announced World Premiere of The Passion of Mary Cardwell Dawson stars Denyce Graves Cooperstown, New York — The Glimmerglass Festival, the summer opera and musical theater festival in Cooperstown, New York, has announced plans for the summer of 2021 in the wake of its
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Decking the Halls at the Fenimore Art Museum
Fenimore Art Museum presents Decking the Halls, a new exhibition that celebrates the holidays with objects and images from the Fenimore collections. Decking the Halls runs through December 31, 2020. Holiday ornaments, cards, music, and photographs are featured as Fenimore explores the history of favorite wintertime traditions. Find answers to questions such as “Where did the legend of Santa Claus come from?” and
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The Ultimate Central New York Last-Minute Getaway Deal
Now is the perfect time for Santa and Mrs. Claus to enjoy a last-minute weekend getaway in Central New York and take advantage of this special offer: Enjoy 20% off nightly accommodations when you book a stay at Grand Colonial Bed and Breakfast on grand-colonial.com by entering coupon code “GETAWAY” on the booking page. Promotion
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Is the Herkimer Home Haunted?
What is the General Herkimer Home? Situated overlooking the Mohawk River, Revolutionary War hero General Nicholas Herkimer finished the construction of his Georgian-style mansion in 1764. General Herkimer’s place in history was assured in 1777 when he assembled 800 militiamen at Fort Dayton, supported by 60 allied Oneida warriors, and marched to defend Fort Stanwix
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It’s Time to Take a Fall Foliage Tour this Autumn
Fall is our favorite time of year at Grand Colonial Bed and Breakfast. With fall temperatures transforming the local landscape into a natural blanket of colorful brilliance, our first instinct is to get in our cars and survey the beauty. Central New York is synonymous with fall foliage. Although “leaf peeping” might be one of
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The 2020 Mining Season is Ending, but Herkimer Diamonds are Forever
The 2020 Season at the Herkimer Diamond Mines will end on November 1st. The Herkimer Diamond Mines has been a popular destination this year, especially because the outside above-ground mines have allowed visitors plenty of space to dig for diamonds and easily practice social distancing. If you haven’t made it to the Mines yet this
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What Can You Find in the Herkimer Diamond Mines?
Prospect for your own Herkimer Diamonds at The Herkimer Diamond Mines and stay with us at our historic bed and breakfast located in the heart of Herkimer, New York. We’re only an 8-minute drive from the mines. We offer clean, comfortable, and unique accommodations and a huge homemade breakfast daily. Check availability and book your
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It’s Time to Get Digging for Herkimer Diamonds!
Summer is the perfect season for a road trip and The World-Famous Herkimer Diamond Mines is re-opening just in time. The Mines are open to the public once again starting June 26, and the shortened season means we’ve got no time to waste- it’s time to get digging! New for the 2020 season, visitors can
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The Baseball Hall of Fame is Open!
Baseball fans rejoice! We’re thrilled to pass along that The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum is reopening its doors on Friday, June 26. The Museum’s hours will be 9 a.m. to 5 p.m daily. Timed admission tickets will be available for you to purchase at baseballhall.org on a first-come, first-served basis. These tickets
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