TCHS changes exhibits in two of our galleries 2-3 times a year. The remaining galleries are host to several “permanent items” that can be enjoyed whenever you stop by the museum. Many of these items have a rich history and have been local favorites for some time. 

View our upcoming exhibits to see what we have scheduled!

Current Exhibits:

Through All the Gloom I Can See the Rays of Ravishing Light and Glory: America at 250 – History and Celebration

This is a two themed exhibit that focuses on the history of the region from the time of the Indigenous People to 1827, with a second focus on the celebrations of the Centennial, Sesquicentennial, and Bicentennial of our country. This exhibit is sponsored by Audio Classics of Vestal, NY.

Down Every By-Way: The Post Office in Tioga County

This exhibit examines the history behind the 37 post offices that have been a part of the county since its creation. We lovingly recreated the Catatonk Post Office which was part of the general store.

A Glimpse in Time: An 1827 Home

This Exhibit looks at a typical homestead from the period when Owego became incorporated as a village.

Our Roaring Twenties: Owego in 1927

Is a fun look at that period when Owego celebrated its centennial with a flapper dress, racoon coat, old switchboard, and many education items as the first Tom Tom yearbook came out that year.

West Gallery: Quilts of Celebration allows the visitor to see some of the many bicentennial quilts produced in 1976 and some for Tioga County’s bicentennial in 1991. There are also signature quilts, wedding quilts, and family quilts that celebrate life in this community.

There is also a sampler exhibit near the front entrance and miniatures exhibit in the East Gallery.

These exhibits will remain open through October 10, 2026

Tioga County Historical Society

Jen Chapman Executive Assistant

607-687-2460