Collections

Greetings From Bayshore, L.I.

The Long Island Postcard Collection documents mansions of the Gilded Age, local landmarks, and scenes of everyday life.

Mark Twain Collection
This collection consists of letters and marginalia of Samuel Clemens, artifacts associated with him and photos having to do with Clemens' time in Elmira and the family and friends that comprised his circle.
Mason-Malone Collection
The Mason-Malone Collection consists of images from the Mason Studio archive of prints and negatives.
Mountain Top Library Digital Collection

Historic postcards, genealogical records, and documents relating to mountain top communities in the Catskill region.

Norman Foote Surveying Photograph Collection
A collection of early 20th century photographs taken by surveyor Norman S. Foote in the Adirondack region.
O'Brien Building Photo Collection
A collection of photographs and photographs of architectural drawings pertaining to the construction of the O’Brien Building.
Pictorial History of Sonnenberg
Sonnenberg is a Victorian mansion and homestead known for its extensive gardens. These photographs compiled by Mary Clark Thompson show the elaborate gardens she planned in memory of her husband, Frederick Ferris Thompson in the early 20th century.
Religious Albany, New York
This collection contains photographs and drawing of religious facilities in Albany, New York.
Rensselaer County Historical Society Edgar Holloway Collection of Watercolors and Prints
This collection is Edgar Holloway’s commissioned works to paint and document Troy, New York and the surrounding area’s architectural and industrial heritage in 1972.
Residential Albany, New York
This collection contains photographs of residential areas of Albany, New York.
Richard Linke Collection of Adirondacks Re-Viewed Photographs
A collection of photographs depicting Adirondack Park taken by photographer Richard Linke in the early 1970s.
Greetings from Rochester, New York

This collection contains postcards showing scenes from Rochester and the surrounding area since the early 20th century.

Russell Postcards
A collection of postcards featuring Russell, NY.
Sacandaga Park, NY Postcard Collection
This collection contains a selection of postcards depicting various sites around Sacandaga Park.
San Luis Observatory
This collection contains materials related to the San Luis project.
SCCC Postcard Collection
This collection contains images of postcards of Elston Hall, Hotel Van Curler, and the Western Gateway Bridge and surrounding area.
Schaffer Library Postcard Collection
This collection includes postcards of the campus, its vicinity, artifacts, individuals, events, activities, and sites and scenes associated with the College, Schenectady, and surrounding areas.
Schenectady, New York Street Scenes
This collection contains photographs of homes and streets located in Schenectady, New York area.
Seneca Ray Stoddard Adirondack Stereoviews
Seneca Ray Stoddard produced many images of the Adirondack area which encouraged tourism and the creation of the Adirondack State Park.
Town of Clifton Park History Collection

This collection contains photographs of the Clifton Park and Halfmoon areas, particularly their connections to the Erie Canal.

Troy Public Library Postcard Collection
Postcards with views of Troy, New York and surrounding areas. The bulk of the collection is unmailed and dated 1900-1920.
Ulster County Postcards

Historic postcards depicting various street scenes, landscapes, and architecture throughout Ulster County.

Union College Frank Santaro Postcard Collection
This collection contains postcards of the Union College campus and its vicinity,with a particular emphasis on scenes and buildings in the city of Schenectady.
Union College Robert N. Michaelson, UC 1972, Postcard Collection
This collection contains postcards of the Union College campus and its vicinity, including postcards of student activities, individuals, and off-campus sites associated with prominent College alumni.
Union College William Hahn Postcard Collection
Postcards of various Union College campus views. This collection shows exterior views and select buildings from the early twentieth century.