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Oneida Community Mansion House

170 Kenwood Avenue
Oneida, New York

Phone: 315-363-0745 --
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Statement of Purpose:

The mission of Oneida Community Mansion House is to maintain and preserve the historical and architectural integrity of the Mansion House, its grounds and collections as a significant historic site dedicated to the history of the Oneida Community, one of the most radical and successful of the 19th century social experiments. The museum continues to explore pressing and social/societal issues that still confront audiences today.

Highlights:

The Mansion House, constructed in stages between 1861 and 1914, was the home of the 19th century utopian Oneida Community which was founded in 1848 by John Humphrey Noyes and his followers when they moved to Central New York from Putney, Vermont. They called themselves Perfectionists and lived communally until 1880 when the utopian community became the joint-stock company, Oneida Community Ltd. The company is now called Oneida Ltd., and continues as the present-day maker of flatware and tableware.

The 93,000 square foot, three-story brick structure houses a museum, the Big Hall, 35 apartments, 9 guestrooms, and a dining room. Oneida Community Mansion House is a non-profit organization formed in 1987 and chartered by the New York State Board of Regents.

The grounds comprise about 33 1/2 acres including the lawns and gardens around the building, The Vineyard, (the park immediately across from the house) and East Park along the Oneida Creek.

The Big Hall was the meeting room and gathering place for the members of the Oneida Community and has been the site of musical and theatrical performances since it was first constructed in 1862. The hall is used today for concerts, lectures and conferences.

The building is a National Historic Landmark.

Permanent Exhibits:

Orientation Exhibit . Recently installed exhibit features photographs, text, artifacts, a timeline and more to provide visitors with a thorough introduction to the Oneida Community prior to touring the Mansion House.

The Braidings of Jessie Catherine Kinsley . This permanent exhibit features exquisite silk braidings and paintings by an Oneida Community descendent. Suggested donation for exhibit only is $2. Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 3 p.m.

Art of the Oneida Community and Its Children. Surveys the artistic milieu of the

Oneida Community and a remarkable body of art created in the early twentieth-century by adult children of the Community. With the exception of two paintings on long-term loan, all items are from the holdings of the Oneida Community Mansion House.

Also period rooms; photo exhibits; and art events.

www.oneidacommunity.org

Hours:

Open year-round except major holidays.
Monday through Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sunday: 12:00 pm to 4:00 p.m.

Direction:

New York State Thruway (90) from the Wes t:

Take Verona Exit No. 33 and turn left onto Route 365 (West).

Follow it toRoute 5. Turn left onto Route 5 East.

At the first light - West Hamilton Ave.in Sherrill - turn right.

Turn right at the next light - Sherrill Rd.

When you cross over Oneida Creek, Sherrill Rd. becomes Kenwood Ave.

You will pass large stone Oneida Ltd. Administration Building on your left.

Look for the circular drive entry to the Oneida Community Mansion House on your right.

Parking is available on the driveway between signs.

New York State Thurway (90) from the Eas t:

Turn onto Route 365 West and follow to Route 5.

Turn left onto Route 5 East and follow the directions above.

For more information (315)363-0745 or visit the web site
www.oneidacommunity.org

Admission:

Adults: $5
Children Under 12: Free
Family Unit (one set of parents and their children): $15
Students: $3
Museum is wheelchair accessible

Elementary School/Camp/Scout Program, by reservation

Regularly scheduled guided tours are conducted Wednesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., and Sunday, 2 p.m. Groups of eight or more are welcome by reservation, 315-363-0745. Self guided tours may be taken at any time.

Misc Comments:

The Oneida Community Mansion House is available for overnight lodging, weddings and banquets.
The Oneida Community Mansion House also houses:
. Zabroso Restaurant & Lounge

For hours and menu: www.zabrosorestaurant.com

Images.

John Humphrey Noyes
Photo Courtesy: BobShear@SBH.org

Oneida Community Mansion House
Photo Courtesy: BobShear@SBH.org

Key Personnel:

Patricia A. Hoffman, Executive Director

Gina Stankivitz, Collections Manager/Educator
Tim Hoda, Director of Buildings and Grounds
Patricia Lamb, Director of Hospitality Services

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