Community Calendar

Join us for a Liberty Tabletop Factory Tour experience!

This two-part tour will begin at the Oneida Community Mansion House with a tour that focuses on the manufacturing history of the Oneida Community and Oneida Ltd. with a guided tour of the new exhibit “Oneida Ltd.: More than a Silverware Company.”

Then guests will travel on their own to Sherrill Manufacturing and Liberty Tabletop (the only flatware manufacturer in the U.S.A.) for a guided tour of Oneida Ltd.'s former factory with Liberty's co-founder Matt Roberts. Get a behind the scenes look at how silverware goes from metal coil to finished product with a mix of cutting edge technology and time honored traditions. It is not to be missed!

o Date: August 14, 2026

o Time: 10:30 am to 1 pm

o PRICE: $30 General Admission; $25 for Members and students

o Opportunities to shop in the Mansion House museum store and at Liberty Tabletop.

o All proceeds support the Oneida Community Mansion House.

Not all areas of this tour are ADA accessible

Refunds will not be given if less than 48 hours from the event.

The Oneida Community Mansion House and Liberty Tabletop/Sherrill Manufacturing occasionally use photographs and videos of event participants in promotional materials. By virtue of your attendance, you agree to usage of your likeness in such materials. Please notify OCMH if you do not wish to have your image/video used in promotional materials

Come explore the fascinating world of land snails and slugs with an educational walk and presentation led by Marla Coppolino, a malacologist. We will learn how land snails play a vital role in the ecosystem. After this program, you will have a knowledge and respect for snails.

$10 per person, please register in advance by calling the Great Swamp Conservancy, (315)697-2950 or via email at greatswampconservancy@gmail.com

The 13 acres surrounding the Oneida Community Mansion House are a riot of color and storied heritage in every season. On our premier “New Garden of Eden Tour,” guests journey through the landscape to uncover the evolution of these historic grounds.

Discover a remarkable transformation—from a rugged communal farm to an elegant pleasure garden and exclusive private club. As you walk, admire the seasonal blooms and "champion trees" that serve as a living, natural complement to the grand architecture of the Mansion House. Join us to witness the gardens and grounds in their full summer glory!

This is an outdoor tour, so be sure to plan for the weather and wear comfortable shoes!

Join FOCUS for a hybrid public forum exploring how Central New York is building and reshaping its workforce system, and what it means for residents, employers, and the broader civic community. Across the region, training programs, workforce development systems, and employers are working to respond to changing skill demands and evolving economic conditions. This conversation brings together ERIE21, CenterState CEO, and the Manufacturers Association (MACNY) to examine how these systems interact in practice; where alignment is happening, where gaps remain, and what it takes to translate training into sustainable opportunity. The discussion will focus on how workforce pipelines are formed and supported across education and industry, how employers communicate and adapt to talent needs, and how regional partnerships are shaping access to careers in a changing economy. Importantly, the forum will also highlight how residents can play an active civic role in this system, not only by preparing for opportunities, but by engaging with the policies, partnerships, and decisions that shape workforce development across Central New York. After opening remarks from our panel, the conversation moves to a moderated Q&A, giving attendees the opportunity to ask questions and discover ways to engage with local priorities and initiatives. This is a welcoming, respectful space for community members to learn, engage, and explore ways to be actively involved in shaping the civic life of Central New York.

“Why see a show when you can BE the show!?”
Choir! Choir! Choir! is the fully interactive, participatory show that turns audience into performers! So get ready to laugh, dance and SING! your hearts out with hundreds of other music-lovers just like you. It’s like a big birthday party for the greatest songs of all time and you’re invited!
So grab a friend (or ten), and come out ready to GIVE IT ALL YOU’VE GOT! – all voices welcome, no experience necessary. They Teach, You Sing! Everyone Wins!
This time, Choir!Choir!Choir! Presents: Landslide: An EPIC Fleetwood Mac Sing-Along
Nothing feels better than belting out song like these with a room full of Fleetwood Mac fans! Channel your inner Stevie Nicks, grab your best friends and frenemies, and create harmonies that you won’t believe! Landslide: An EPIC Fleetwood Mac Sing-Along will be the most fun you’ve had in years…
Since 2011, Choir! Choir! Choir! directors Daveed Goldman + Nobu Adilman have blurred the lines between performer and audience, traveling the world to create harmony with strangers and friends alike. They’ve collaborated with renowned artists like Patti Smith, David Byrne, Brandi Carlile, Rick Astley, Rufus Wainwright, and even Kermit The Frog at New York’s Lincoln Center, creating memorable videos that have garnered views in the millions. Now it’s your turn to SING!, so grab your friends, get your tickets and we’ll C! you there! #NeverStopSinging

NOTE: YOUR CONFIRMATION EMAIL WILL NOT CONTAIN YOUR TICKET(S). You’ll receive an email 48 hours before your performance with your official, scannable QR code. This process helps us prevent ticket scams.

The “Tunnels and Towers” experience takes visitors beyond the radical beliefs and practices of the Community and into the basement to discover the storage rooms, vaults, mechanical rooms, kitchens, and laundry facilities that supported the Community’s unique lifestyle. Visitors will also ascend the towers of the Mansion House to gaze out on the nearly 250 acres of gardens, grounds, and trails! You are not going to want to miss these limited small-group tours!

While not required, we recommend this tour for people with some familiarity with the history of the Mansion House--take a self guided tour or one of our guided or specialty tours to enhance your experience!

Event Details:

-The cost for this tour is $30 general admission, $25 for members and students.

-Space is limited to 20 people, reserve your spot early!

-Parking is available in the rear of the Mansion House.

-This tour will include walking, stairs, and entering dark and sometimes tight spaces, so be sure to wear comfortable clothes and close-toed shoes!

The Fine Print:

*Not all areas of this tour are ADA accessible.

*Suggested for those ages 16 and over.

*Refunds will not be given if less than 48 hours from the event.

*The Oneida Community Mansion House occasionally uses photographs and videos of event participants in promotional materials. By virtue of your attendance, you agree to usage of your likeness in such materials.

“Communal History is American History”

The Communal Studies Association is an interdisciplinary organization for people living in intentional communities, historic site personnel and academics representing topics including history, anthropology, religious studies, sociology, political science, and others.

Each year, the CSA’s annual conference is held at the site of an historic intentional community, and this year OCMH has the privilege of hosting the event.

To learn more about the three-day program and to register for the event, visit https://communalstudies.org/annual-conference/

“Communal History is American History”

The Communal Studies Association is an interdisciplinary organization for people living in intentional communities, historic site personnel and academics representing topics including history, anthropology, religious studies, sociology, political science, and others.

Each year, the CSA’s annual conference is held at the site of an historic intentional community, and this year OCMH has the privilege of hosting the event.

To learn more about the three-day program and to register for the event, visit https://communalstudies.org/annual-conference/

“Communal History is American History”

The Communal Studies Association is an interdisciplinary organization for people living in intentional communities, historic site personnel and academics representing topics including history, anthropology, religious studies, sociology, political science, and others.

Each year, the CSA’s annual conference is held at the site of an historic intentional community, and this year OCMH has the privilege of hosting the event.

To learn more about the three-day program and to register for the event, visit https://communalstudies.org/annual-conference/

Explore the unique Great Swamp Conservancy Trail System at the 3rd annual 5K Trail Run.
Runners, Hikers, Walkers are welcome to this non-competitive race!

$25 per runner, all proceeds benefit the Great Swamp Conservancy, non-profit nature center. The race will begin promptly at 9:00 AM. All runners will receive a t-shirt on race day featuring an original illustration by Aly Colasanti, previous GSC intern and light refreshments post race.

There will be hand made awards for 1st through 3rd Place for a variety of age groups.

This race will be capped at 100 runners, so register as soon as possible on RunSignUp:

https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Canastota/GreatSwampConservency5kTrailRun

Location: 8375 N. Main Street Canastota NY 13032, in the Town of Lenox