Historian to speak at library event

ALBANY — The State Library marks the end of its bicentennial celebrations at 2:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 16, with a talk from George Barnum, senior program specialist and agency historian at the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

Barnum will discuss the history of the printing and distribution of government documents to citizens across the country. The program is free.

The library will display a collection of significant federal documents on its seventh floor until Nov. 30.

It will feature visual material from federal government publications about art, health, military history and exploration and include documents significant to the history of public printing in the U.S.

Wolf Clan member to address society

EAST GREENBUSH — The Greenbush Historical Society hosts a talk by Kay Olan of the Mohawk Nation, Wolf Clan, at 2 p.m. Nov. 18 at the East Greenbush Community Library.

Native American culture is noted for its oral traditions.

Rather than written documents, oral history in stories is passed on from generation to generation, keeping customs, heritage and legacies alive.

Artifacts of the Haudenosaunee will be displayed.

Visitors should register, as seating is limited.

Call 518-477-7478.