Corning's Heritage: Celebrating Milestones During National Preservation Month

Corning's Heritage: Celebrating Milestones During National Preservation Month

May is National Preservation Month, a special time dedicated to celebrating and reflecting on the historical layers that have shaped our communities. This year, Corning, New York, holds a place of particular significance as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Market Street Restoration Agency. This blog will take you on a detailed journey through Corning’s rich tapestry of history, from its native roots to its bustling present, spotlighting the vital role of preservation in keeping our collective memory alive and honoring our shared heritage.

Let’s travel back to the early 1600s when the Corning area first witnessed the presence of the Andastes (also called The Susquehannock), a significant Algonquin tribe. By 1672, after fierce conflicts with the Iroquois, the Andastes were nearly wiped out, and the territory came under the control of the Senecas, part of the formidable Iroquois League, which later expanded to become known as the Six Nations.