Van Alstyne Homestead
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Our Mission

Preserving History, Serving Community
At Van Alstyne Homestead Society, we are dedicated to preserving the legacy of the Van Alstyne Homestead as a national historic site. Our mission extends to curating artefacts and documents of local historical significance. By rendering valuable services to the community, we bridge the past with the present. Explore our exhibitions and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Canajoharie's history at 42 Moyer St, NY. Contact us at info@vanalstynehomestead.org.

Our Board

Our passionate team is committed to preserving local history and serving the community.

Terry McMasters, President

A historian dedicated to preserving the Van Alstyne Homestead's rich history and heritage.

Chris Dillon, Acting Vice President

Enthusiastic historical building preservationist

Robert VanAlstine, Trustee

Descendant, author and trustee expert on the Van Alstyne homestead and the family that built it

Rita A Pineyro, Historian

Historian, teacher and community outreach specialist focused on engaging locals and promoting our educational programs.

Joan Crouse, Secretary

Experienced historic site preservationist

Rita M Pineyro, Trustee

Consummate planner of events at the Van Alstyne Homestead

Mark Brody, Trustee

Community leader and facility manager responsible for the smooth operation of the homestead

Karen VanAlstine, Trustee

Development expert

Marc Kratzschmar, Treasurer

Community activist and counter of VAHS beans
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Our History

The Van Alstyne Homestead Society is the current chapter in the 300 year history of the building

Beginnings

The Van Alstyne Homestead may not be the oldest building, as some histories claim: 

Grider's museum

Sources

The history of the Van Alstyne Homestead and Canajoharie are well documented.  This brief history relies on the following sournces

HMdb.org The historical marker database  https://www.hmdb.org/m.asp?m=22527