Fenimore Art Museum
The Fenimore Art Museum (formerly known as New York State Historical Association) is a museum located in Cooperstown, New York on the west side of Otsego Lake. Collection strengths include the Eugene and Clare Thaw Collection of American Indian Art, American fine and folk art, 19th and early 20th century photography, as well as rare books and manuscripts. The museum's mission is to connect its audience to American and New York State cultural heritage by organizing exhibits and public programs that "engage, delight and inspire."
The Fenimore Art Museum building, seen in July 2014 | |
| Established | 1899 |
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| Location | Cooperstown, New York |
| Coordinates | 42°42′56.4″N 074°55′37″W |
| Type | Art museum |
| President | Dr. Paul D'Ambrosio |
| Website | www |
The house organ was titled Heritage.
The Fenimore Art Museum is closely associated with The Farmers' Museum, also in Cooperstown.
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