Community Press, December 2001

Tioga County Historical Society
110 Front Street, Owego, New York (607) 687-2460
Museum Hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 10 am - 4 pm

Winter Exhibition -  Architectural Models
Dec. 13, 2001 - Feb. 2, 2002
 The Tioga County Historical Society will exhibit the seven Architectural Models that were made by students in the Tioga County School district over the past several years as part of the Architectural Awareness Program.

 The Architectural Models Program, which is part of the Tioga County Coalition for Better Schools initiative, was introduced in 1995 by local architect Dan Leonard. The program has received support from the American Institute of Architects (AIA), and it has been pointed to as a role model for other school districts in the state. The large models, usually permanently located at the locations they represent, include the Old Jail, the Tioga County Courthouse, and the 
Owego Fire Station. 

Reception for Architectural Models
December 13, Thursday, 5:30 pm
 Students, their families, and all members of the community are invited to attend the opening reception of the Architectural Model Display. These models were created by students in the Tioga County School District over the past several years. The students and adults involved with these models will give an informal gallery talk at approximately 6:15 pm. Refreshments will be served. The reception is free.

Toy Program
December 15, Saturday, 10 am
 Tom McEnteer will present a holiday program about toys. This will be geared toward children and their parents, but grandparents are also encouraged to attend, as are children of all ages. Yummie sweets and juice will be provided (and coffee for the grownups!). The program is free and open to everyone.

Holiday Open House
December 16, Sunday, 3-5 pm
 Everyone is welcome to attend the Holiday Open House. Admission is free. The museum will be decorated for the holidays and there will be drink and light refreshments. 

 Harpist Meredith Kohn Bocek has graciously agreed to play beautiful holiday music, as well as folk music from various lands. Meredith is well known in the community, having played for audiences for many years. She also has a harp trio, Heaven Scent, with two of her students.