Sainte Marie among the Iroquois
Due to remodeling at Ste. Marie and updates to exhibits and programs, tour scheduling may not resume until the fall. We apologize for any inconvenience.
More information will be posted on the web site as it becomes available.
Sainte Marie among the Iroquois Living History Museum is a re-creation of the French Mission that stood on the shores of Onondaga Lake from 1656-1658. Browse the museum and learn about the 17th century culture of the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois), the French Jesuit missionaries and their meeting here. Visit the Interpretive Center and converse with the costumed interpreters about daily life in the 1650's. Demonstrations in carpentry, blacksmithing, cooking and other unique activities are available. Group tours are gladly welcomed by appointment only. Sainte Marie is a volunteer-run organization, if you would like to become a volunteer, please call (315) 453-6768.
The Friends of Historic Onondaga Lake is proud to be a member of the Arts & Cultural Leadership Alliance of Central New York.
feature prominent historical local Native Americans as well as founding fathers of the Syracuse area.Keep History Alive...Be a Part of The New Onondaga Lake Adventure
In 2004, the Friends of Historic Onondaga Lake (FoHOL) entered into an agreement with Onondaga County Parks to provide assistance in the reopening of Sainte Marie among the Iroquois Living History Center on Onondaga Lake Parkway. Since then, the facility expanded from part-time hours to full-time, allowing school groups, tourists, researchers and residents to utilize this fantastic facility. Offering an array of period-specific programs and special guests such as PBS's Roy Underhill, Ste. Marie continues to draw in visitors and enlighten them as to the story of the brave men who traveled here in the 1650's from Canada. Under a similar agreement, FoHOL operates the gift shop at the Salt Museum. These opportunities will continue to be cultivated in scope and frequency.
With the continued progress and growth that surrounds Onondaga Lake, FoHOL is poised to be a component of that growth. Looking to the future, we are embarking on a groundbreaking community initiative to transform into a rich interactive destination that will become known as the New Onondaga Lake Adventure. The crystal ball glows with possibilities such as a historic trail, archaeological discovery center, an expanded visitors' center featuring additional catering potential and a gazebo, a family entertainment center reflecting the days when the popular resort industry dotted Onondaga Lake's shores, and greater opportunities for exciting program development highlighting all aspects of the lake's noble past and events that will assist in driving economic development and growth to our community.
To make a contribution or for membership opportunities, please contact Friends of Historic Onondaga Lake, PO Box 249, Liverpool, NY 13088 or via email at jostuni1@verizon.net.
Sainte Marie among the Iroquois is available to reserve for your next special event!
Create your own historical occasion with a contemporary reception in the museum, a wedding at the 17th century chapel or a special event througout the facility.
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2012 hours to be determined
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$3 adults
$2.50 seniors (62+)
$2 children (6-17)
5 & under free
$10 family rate
$50 per motorcoach
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Physical Address:
6680 Onondaga Lake Parkway
Liverpool, NY 13088
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Mailing Address:
106 Lake Drive
Liverpool, NY 13088
T: (315) 453-6768
F: (315) 453-6772
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