Woodstock History Center

Woodstock History Center. . , Welcome to the Woodstock History Center , The Woodstock Historical Society was founded during World War II and incorporated in 1943. The founders acquired this Federal house to serve as the organization's main building. Over many years, we have expanded to accommodate a library, gallery, museum archive, and educational spaces., We continue to preserve the history of the Woodstock area, engage in local, place-based education, and serve as a center for historical research. The organization formally changed its name to the Woodstock History Center in 2017. Our mission is: Sharing and preserving the history of Woodstock through inspiring educational experiences and dynamic collections., The Dana House , The Dana House was originally built in 1807 for Charles Dana, a young merchant, and his soon to be wife Mary. The chosen location was an auspicious one as Woodstock was thriving by this time. There were numerous homes and businesses in the various hamlets and new construction abounded. Three generations of the Dana family lived at this location until 1942., Charles Dana and his son Charles, Jr. were dry goods merchants and their place of business, called the New York Dry Goods Store, was located in the brick building next door. Long after Charles Dana, Jr.'s death, two of his sons established a printing and publishing firm known as the Elm Tree Press located in the same building next door., We all participate in and create history. It belongs to us. You are part of that magnificent story. The Woodstock History Center invites you to experience our shared history.