The Newark Valley Historical
Society operates two historic sites: The Bement-Billings Farmstead, located
just north of Newark Valley on Route 38, and the Railroad Depot, inside the
Village.
The Bement-Billings Farmstead is a living history museum which interprets
domestic life, agricultural practices and the natural environment of the
early 1800’s. The property includes the original Bement farmhouse, a replica
blacksmith shop, a reconstructed threshing barn, additional out-buildings,
and 90 acres of the Bement family’s farm land. The Railroad Depot
highlights the history of transportation and commerce in our region.
Educational and community activities include formal school programs and
community group tours, two major festivals each year, summer visitation
hours, and a children’s day camp. Several craft guilds practice 19th century
skills. Young people aged 9-18 participate in the Youth Interpreter
program.
Our museum sites offer regularly scheduled visiting hours during the warm
months. Many of our activities for members, the guilds and Youth
Interpreters operate year round using community facilities. The business
office is located on the second floor of the municipal building in Newark
Valley and is open year round.