Oneida Collection

NATI2A-00044
Map of the Six Iroquois Nations in Pennsylvania and New York, 1771. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of an 18th-century document

The Battle of Oriskany in 1777, c. 1930 (colour litho)
2646921 The Battle of Oriskany in 1777, c.1930 (colour litho) by Yohn, Frederick Coffay (1875-1933) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Battle of Oriskany, fought on August 6, 1777)

USA, Deep South, Tennessee, Oneida, farm and horses

Inspecting a casket, Oneida, New York, April 3, 1916 (b / w photo)
1078989 Inspecting a casket, Oneida, New York, April 3, 1916 (b/w photo) by Hassler, William Davis (1877-1921); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Worker feeding lumber into a planer, Oneida, New York, April 3, 1916 (b / w photo)
1078986 Worker feeding lumber into a planer, Oneida, New York, April 3, 1916 (b/w photo) by Hassler, William Davis (1877-1921); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

The Collision between the "Oneida"and the "Bombay"(engraving)
655511 The Collision between the " Oneida" and the " Bombay" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Jointing the ogee of a wooden casket, Oneida, New York, April 3, 1916 (b / w photo)
1078984 Jointing the ogee of a wooden casket, Oneida, New York, April 3, 1916 (b/w photo) by Hassler, William Davis (1877-1921); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Nailing the base of a wooden casket, Oneida, New York, April 3, 1916 (b / w photo)
1078982 Nailing the base of a wooden casket, Oneida, New York, April 3, 1916 (b/w photo) by Hassler, William Davis (1877-1921); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Worker fitting a piece of a casket lid, Oneida, New York, April 3, 1916 (b / w photo)
1078987 Worker fitting a piece of a casket lid, Oneida, New York, April 3, 1916 (b/w photo) by Hassler, William Davis (1877-1921); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Carver working on casket ornaments, Oneida, New York, April 3, 1916 (b / w photo)
1078985 Carver working on casket ornaments, Oneida, New York, April 3, 1916 (b/w photo) by Hassler, William Davis (1877-1921); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Flowing the tops of wooden caskets, Oneida, New York, April 3, 1916 (b / w photo)
1078980 Flowing the tops of wooden caskets, Oneida, New York, April 3, 1916 (b/w photo) by Hassler, William Davis (1877-1921); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Men measuring and inspecting lumber for use in casket manufacture, Oneida, New York
1078976 Men measuring and inspecting lumber for use in casket manufacture, Oneida, New York, April 3, 1916 (b/w photo) by Hassler

Lining a half-couch casket, Oneida, New York, April 3, 1916 (b / w photo)
1078990 Lining a half-couch casket, Oneida, New York, April 3, 1916 (b/w photo) by Hassler, William Davis (1877-1921); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Fitting on the ornament of a wooden casket, Oneida, New York, April 3, 1916 (b / w photo)
1078988 Fitting on the ornament of a wooden casket, Oneida, New York, April 3, 1916 (b/w photo) by Hassler, William Davis (1877-1921); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Adjusting the sides and bottom of the shell of a wooden casket, Oneida, New York, April 3
1078983 Adjusting the sides and bottom of the shell of a wooden casket, Oneida, New York, April 3, 1916 (b/w photo) by Hassler

Sanding mouldings intended for wooden caskets, Oneida, New York, April 3
1078981 Sanding mouldings intended for wooden caskets, Oneida, New York, April 3, 1916 (b/w photo) by Hassler, William Davis (1877-1921); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Edging lumber intended for use in casket manufacture, Oneida, New York, April 3
1078979 Edging lumber intended for use in casket manufacture, Oneida, New York, April 3, 1916 (b/w photo) by Hassler, William Davis (1877-1921); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Running lumber intended for use in casket manufacture through a double-surface planer
1078978 Running lumber intended for use in casket manufacture through a double-surface planer, Oneida, New York, April 3, 1916 (b/w photo) by Hassler

Removing lumber intended for use in casket manufacture from the dry kiln, Oneida
1078977 Removing lumber intended for use in casket manufacture from the dry kiln, Oneida, New York, April 3, 1916 (b/w photo) by Hassler

Oneida Chief, His Sister, and a Missionary, 1861 / 1869. Creator: George Catlin
Oneida Chief, His Sister, and a Missionary, 1861/1869. Wa-sas (chief) with Lute-lute (his sister) and Cu-sick (a civilised Baptist missionary) in 1831

The Inlet, Thunder Lake, Wisconsin, c1897. Creator: Unknown
The Inlet, Thunder Lake, Wisconsin, c1897. Located in Oneida County, approximately 62 feet deep at its deepest point, From " A Tour Through the New World America", by Prof. Geo. R

Genesee Street, Utica, New York, USA, early 20th century. Stereoscopic card. Detail

Academy of the Holy Names, Rome, New York State, USA
Academy of the Holy Names, a Roman Catholic boarding school in Rome, Oneida County, New York State, USA. Date: circa 1912

Iroquois Nations map, 1600s
French map of the Five Iroquois Nations homeland and Fort Orange (Albany), 1660s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 17th-century illustration

USS ONEIDA, 1870. The sinking of the US Navy sloop outside of Yokohama, Japan, 24 January 1870. Engraving, 19 March 1870

Sweet Grass Gardens Nursery carries several rare or hard-to-find species such as Canadas Prickly Pear, the Iroquois Potato, Buffalo Grass and Sweetgrass

Traditional foods such as berries were gathered by the Iroquois Indians of the Six Nations of the Grand River Reservation, Ohsweken Ontario Canada

ONEIDA COMMUNITY CRITICS. Out of the Fold. Oh, dreadful! They dwell in peace and harmony
ONEIDA COMMUNITY CRITICS. Out of the Fold. " Oh, dreadful! They dwell in peace and harmony, and have no church scandals. They must be wiped out." Chromolithograph, American, 1879

CIVIL WAR: HEADQUARTERS. Oneida Independent Cavalry Company at Army headquarters in Petersburg, Virginia. Photograph, March 1865

BLOCKADE RUNNER, 1862. The Rebel steamer Oveto running the blockade of Mobile chased by the U
BLOCKADE RUNNER, 1862. The Rebel steamer " Oveto" running the blockade of Mobile chased by the U.S. steam-sloop " Oneida." Egnraving, November 1862

FIVE NATIONS: MEETING. Iroquois leaders from the Five Nations (Cayuga, Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, and Seneca) assembled around the Huron prophet Deganawidah, center

CATLIN: ONEIDA CHIEF, 1830. Bread, an Oneida Iroquois chief. Oil on canvas, 1830, by George Catlin

SIX NATIONS: STANWIX. Document signed 28 July 1769 by chiefs of the Six Nations in acknowledgement of receipt of ten thousand dollars paid to them by Thomas

COMMUNAL SOCIETIES MAP. Map showing the locations of American communal societies, 1875

Steamer Oneida in the Altlantic, 1868 C013 / 7747
Steamer Oneida in the Atlantic. 19th-century artwork of the voyage undertaken in 1868 by the claimant to the fortune and baronetcy of Roger Tichbourne

ONEIDA COMMUNITY: LIBRARY. Scene in the library of the Oneida Community at Oneida, New York. Wood engraving, American, 1870

FIVE NATIONS: MEETING, c1570. Iroquois leaders from the Five Nations (Cayuga, Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga)
FIVE NATIONS: MEETING, c1570. Iroquois leaders from the Five Nations (Cayuga, Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, and Seneca) assembled around the Huron prophet Deganawidah, center

ONEIDA COMMUNITY, 1875. The Oneida Community, Oneida, New York. Wood engraving, 1875

SIX NATIONS: MAP, 1771. Map of the country of the Six Nations, created by Guy Johnson for the Province of New York, 1771

EVNT2A-00144
British treaty with members of the Six Nations known as the Iroquois Confederation 1769. Watercolor wash on a woodcut reproduction of the treaty document

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Oneida: A Tapestry of History and Craftsmanship Step into the vibrant tapestry of Oneida, a place where history intertwines with craftsmanship. From the Battle of Oriskany in 1777 to the bustling Academy of the Holy Names, this small town in Rome, New York State, USA has witnessed it all. As you wander through its streets, you'll come across scenes that reflect the diverse facets of Oneida's past. In Deep South Tennessee, horses gallop freely on farms, embodying the spirit of this rural community. Meanwhile, back in Oneida itself, black and white photographs from April 3rd, 1916 capture moments frozen in time - workers inspecting caskets with utmost care or feeding lumber into planers with precision. But Oneida is not just about labor; it is also a testament to artistry. Skilled craftsmen can be seen jointing ogees on wooden casket lids or fitting intricate pieces together like puzzle masters. Carvers delicately work on casket ornaments while others flow smooth finishes onto their tops. Each stroke tells a story - one steeped in tradition and dedication. Yet amidst these snapshots from yesteryears lies an engraving that stands out - The Collision between the "Oneida" and the "Bombay. " It serves as a reminder that even amid progress and craftsmanship there are moments when fate intervenes unexpectedly. Oneida is more than just a name; it represents resilience and adaptability. Whether it's battling for freedom during historic conflicts or honing skills passed down through generations – this town has always found ways to endure. So next time you find yourself wandering through Oneida's streets or exploring its rich heritage at museums and academies – take a moment to appreciate how each photograph captures both fleeting moments and enduring legacies. For within these frames lies an extraordinary tale woven by countless hands over centuries – a tale that continues to unfold with each passing day.