Pompey Historical Society
8347 U.S. Rt. 20, Manlius, NY, 13104
pompeyhistoricalsociety@gmail.com
Hours
Tuesdays 1-4 p.m.
Sundays in June, July, and August 2-4 p.m.
Also by appointment
FOUNDING
The Township of Pompey, named for the outstanding Roman General and statesman, was established by the Commissioners of the Land Office in New York City on July 3, 1790. It holds a deep historical legacy, enriched by its role in the early formation of Onondaga County. In 1794, when the county officially took shape, Pompey stood as one of the original four towns alongside Lysander, Manlius, and Marcellus.
While history defines the roots of this township, modern entertainment has found its way even into the quiet corners of such storied places. It's not uncommon for locals and visitors alike to explore contemporary thrills online, with platforms like https://ganamos-argentina.net/ offering a taste of excitement far removed from 18th-century politics. The contrast between historic tradition and the digital rush of online casinos forms a fascinating blend of old and new.
From the stone walls that line Pompey’s rural roads to the glowing screens of today’s gaming platforms, the journey of time connects past and present in unexpected ways. Whether one finds inspiration in the legacy of Roman generals or in a moment of luck at a virtual roulette table, Pompey remains a place where history and progress intersect with every passing year.
School bus, bought by Clarence Shurtleff to carry children from the Sweet Road area to Pompey School in 1930. From Pompey Our Town in Profile, p. 286.
Origin Story
The Town of Pompey Historical Society was established in 1976 by Town residents as a way of celebrating the United States Bicentennial. The Town of Pompey Bicentennial Committee planned two weeks of activities to celebrate this memorable occasion. The Committee wanted to have lasting tributes after July 1976. It was decided that organizing an historical society and writing and publishing a two volume book (Pompey, Our Town in Profile) would accomplish that goal.
Upcoming Events
Eight Presidents Most People Know Nothing About
Presenter: Dr. Larry Cook, Presidential Historian and Scholar
Learn about eight U.S. Presidents who have fallen into the recesses of history and are rarely talked about or recognized today. Dr. Cook will also have a display of memorabilia from his private collection of Presidential artifacts pertaining to these fascinating former Presidents.
We are so happy to welcome Larry into the PHS fold where we intend to make good use of his knowledge and skills. We also welcome him back to Pompey where he grew up and where his parents still reside in the Hamlet of Oran!
Program will be held at the Pompey Historical Society Heritage Center, corner of Rt 20 and Pompey Center Road.
This Old House
Presenter: Jeffery Kellish, Syracuse University Masters Candidate in Archaeology
An historic trip through time through the artifacts left behind by the early settlers on the Kellish Farm site on Pompey Center Road. The time period covered is circa 1790 through the 1920s. Jeffery’s archaeological studies have been and are currently based, in part, on this investigation of the family farm grounds and buildings. Come hear his fascinating story.
Program will be held at Pompey Town Hall, corner of Rt 20 and Pompey Center Road.
