Bridge & Case LLC

01/21/2025

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08/15/2024

Major changes under way at the US National Archives. New York City facility closing to public on August 16th as part of larger organizational changes. Materials to be transferred to other National Archives locations in Philadelphia and Kansas City.

The National Archives and Records Administration today announced the upcoming closure of three facilities and relocation of two offices. These changes will allow for the reallocation of more than $5 million in facility costs per year into digital transformation and other critical priorities to advan...

06/13/2024

Navigating library and archival standards can feel daunting, but with DHPSNY, expert guidance is at your fingertips! Rooted in the foundational principle of meeting organizations where they are, DHPSNY Planning & Assessment Services connect accepted institutions with our specialists to evaluate curr...

05/17/2024

Congrats to the team at The New York Genealogical & Biographical Society - NYG&B for the recognition at this year’s National Genealogical Society Conference. Excited and proud to be supporting this important work.

04/14/2024

New York State Division of Cemeteries Announces First Statewide “CARING FOR YOUR CEMETERY DAY"
(Service Day) on Saturday, 4/27: To raise awareness of the hard work and dedication that goes into cemeteries’ care, maintenance and preservation, the Department of State is launching a campaign to work with cemeteries to welcome volunteers to help prepare for the Spring season and Mother’s Day visits. Through this pilot program, the Department and participating cemeteries hope to generate interest in local cemeteries, especially among younger people, recruit future volunteers or even officers and trustees/directors, and identify local people with skills that cemeteries need. More than two dozen cemeteries will participate.

Secretary of State Robert J. Rodriguez said, “Protecting our cemeteries benefits our communities, preserves our history, and provides individuals with a place to mourn and reflect. Our goal is to teach a new generation of New Yorkers about the importance of our communities’ cemeteries. If you want a creative way to get involved in your community, try volunteering at your local cemetery and help future generations learn to appreciate the history, culture, and unique stories our cemeteries offer.”

Nathan Romagnola, President, New York State Association of Cemeteries said, “New York's Cemeteries work diligently to honor and preserve our communities, but we can’t do it without you. Volunteerism is essential to properly support New York's Not-for- Profit cemeteries and ensure that these sacred places are preserved for future generations. NYSAC thanks the New York State Department of State for their steadfast leadership and welcomes you to join Caring for Your Cemetery Day on April 27.”

Clean-up day tasks may include:

Cleaning up small debris and trash
Removing downed branches, weeds, and overgrowth
Removing old seasonal decorations
Planting flowers
Scattering grass seed
Other light tasks appropriate for untrained volunteers

The mission of the Department’s Division of Cemeteries is to ensure that regulated cemeteries do not become a burden on their communities by continuing to operate on a not-for-profit basis. The division regulates approximately 1,700 not-for-profit cemeteries in New York State by, among other things, providing technical assistance in cemetery operations and financial accounting. The division also offers training workshops year-round to educate cemetery operators and other interested individuals on how to maintain cemeteries, keep financial records, and try to ensure long-term viability.

Participating cemeteries include:

Western New York

Eden Evergreen Cemetery
2862 E Church St
Eden, NY
Jeff
716-992-3411
[email protected]
10:30 AM Start

Glenwood Cemetery
325 Glenwood Ave
Lockport, NY
Barbara
716-504-7418
[email protected]
10:30 AM Start

Union Cemetery Association of Spring Brook Inc
470 Rice Rd
Elma, NY
Patricia
716-668-2126
[email protected]
10:00 AM Start

Capital Region

Onesquethaw Union Cemetery
1889 Tarrytown Rd
Feura Bush, NY
Samantha
518-441-0123
[email protected]
8:00 AM Start

Central New York

Cortland Rural Cemetery
110 Tompkins St
Cortland NY
Kathy
607-423-3622
[email protected]
8:00 AM Start

Pleasant Cemetery
Route 5
Lenox, NY
Mary Ann
315-212-9925
[email protected]
10:30 AM Start

Virgil Rural Cemetery
2023 Route 392
Virgil, NY
Sue
607-423-0490
[email protected]
9:00 AM Start

Finger Lakes

Grove Place Cemetery
2775 Chili Ave
Rochester, NY
Debbie
585-880-1403
[email protected]
10:30 AM Start

Grove Place Cemetery
(Westside Memorial Gardens)
60 Stryker Rd
Scottsville, NY
Debbie
585-880-1403
[email protected]
10:30 AM Start

Lakemont Cemetery
439 Hayes Rd
Lakemont NY
George
607-201-6308
[email protected]
[email protected]
10:30 AM Start

Maplewood Cemetery
The Shed, Middle Road
Henrietta, NY
Gary
585-820-7289
[email protected]
10:00 AM Start

North Farmington Friends Cemetery
250 Sheldon Rd
Farmington NY
Mary
585-739-3505
[email protected]
10:00 AM Start

Riga Cemetery
970 Churchville Riga Rd (Rt 36)
Churchville, NY
John
(585) 538-2951
[email protected]
10:30 AM Start

Rural Cemetery Association of Fayette
4091 Route 414
Seneca Falls, NY
Roger
315-521-6833
[email protected]

10:30 AM Start
South Perinton Cemetery
273 Wilkinson Rd
Fairpoint, NY
Paul
585-727-0359
[email protected]
8:00 AM Start

Hudson Valley

Milan Union Cemetery
411 Milan Hollow Rd
Milan, NY
Thomas
914-282-7970
[email protected]
11:00 AM Start

Rossville Cemetery Assoc
818 Route 32
Newburgh NY
Alan
845-564-5238
[email protected]
10:00 AM Start

Mohawk Valley

Broadalbin Union Rural Cemetery
481-485 Union Mills Rd
Broadalbin, NY
Melissa
518-752-8024
[email protected]
10:30 AM Start

Exeter Center Cemetery
857 Co Hwy 22
Burlington Flats, NY
Gayle
607-965-8256
[email protected]
10:30 AM Start

Rome Cemetery Association
1500 Jervis Ave
Rome NY 13440
Malinda
315-336-6210
[email protected]
10:30 AM Start

North Country

East DeKalb Cemetery
East DeKalb Rd
DeKalb Jct, NY
Dave
315-347-3588, x2
[email protected]
10:30 AM Start

Elmwood Cemetery
Elmwood Ave
Adams, NY
Patricia
315-778-2017
[email protected]
1:00 PM Start

Hale Cemetery
3366 County Route 47
Norwood, NY
John
315-323-0481
[email protected]
10:30 AM Start

Northeast Cambria Union Cemetery
Budd Rd
Cambria, NY
Elaine
716-560-0007
[email protected]
[email protected]
10:30 AM Start

Riverside Cemetery of Norwood
141 Lakeshore Dr
Norwood, NY
Thomas
315-353-2500
[email protected]
10:30 AM Start

Southern Tier

McLean Cemetery Assoc
Church St
McLean NY
Ron
607-423-2116
[email protected]
10:30 AM Start

Oakwood Cemetery
134 Buck Road
Deposit, NY
Jane
607-467-3518
[email protected]
9:00 AM Start

If you are interested in participating, you may reach out to any of these cemeteries. You may also contact the division at [email protected] or call 518-474-6226 with any questions.

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01/13/2024

The Library of Congress is looking for the next visionary, data/muse-driven individual to apply for its Innovator in Residence program. Click the link below and scroll down to be inspired and learn more about the past four projects.

Jer Thorp's "Library of Colors"

01/24/2023

Calling all NYS collecting institutions. Important reminder about DHPSNY’s Planning & Assessment Services application deadlines.

We're excited to announce that applications are open for our Planning & Assessment Services, and the next submission deadline is Friday, March 10, 2023. Conducted in-person or virtually, each DHPSNY service aims to improve adherence to preservation best practices and can be utilized to obtain additi...

01/31/2022

Mark your calendars! Historical marker grant opportunities now available for Allegany, Broome, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Chemung, Chenango, Erie, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Niagara, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Tioga, Tompkins, Wayne, Wyoming, and Yates Counties.

Today's the day! The grant round for our NYS Historic Marker Program Regions 10-12 is now open for the following counties: Allegany, Broome, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Chemung, Chenango, Erie, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Niagara, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Tioga, Tompkins, Wayne, Wyoming, and Yates.

Celebrate your local or regional history with a roadside marker! Submit your online Letter of Intent (LOI) by Monday, Feb. 28. Learn more about getting started on our website: https://www.wgpfoundation.org/history/nys-historic-markers/

Additional information regarding guidelines, eligibility, and how to apply is also available on our NYS markers webpage.