Covid19

Like the rest of the county we have been monitoring the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation with great concern. For the safety of our community and in keeping with the instruction of the Governor, The 1890 House Museum is and will continue temporarily to be closed. No reopening date is able to be announced at this time. As circumstances improve we look forward to sharing that time table and resuming tours as well as our public events.

David Lane

Director The 1890 House Museum

The 1890 House Museum

Innovation lives here.

Within these walls, inventor Chester Wickwire created a worldwide wire industry that changed the face of rural life. Experience the world of the Wickwire family, and the daily lives of the servants and factory workers who sustained their lavish lifestyle.

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The impressive collection found throughout the 1890 House Museum offer visitors the opportunity to step back in time to 19th century Cortland. The unique history within our walls tells the stories of the Wickwire family, their servants, and the factory workers who toiled in Wickwire Wire Mills Factory.

We strive to educate and inspire every visitor through diverse programming and exhibitions. With your help, we will preserve this Cortland County landmark for present and future generations.

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OPEN HOURS

Thursdays - Saturdays

11 am – 5 pm

Sundays

12 pm - 4 pm

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37 Tompkins St. Cortland, NY 13045

Telephone: (607) 756 7551

Email: info@the1890house.org