The 1890 House Museum and Center for the Arts in Cortland, New York brings you the splendor of the late nineteenth century, and is housed in a grand limestone mansion with lavish interiors of parquet floors, stained glass windows, decorative stenciling and oak and cherry woodwork. Period rooms filled with artifacts will amaze with rotating exhibits and display cases as well as magnificent carriages on view in the Carriage house. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the 1890 House Museum and Center for the Arts offers guided tours over the 5 levels to view this splendid Victorian residence, and you can take your own self guided tour. The museum is available for private events and this stylish venue can seat 50-55 guests and can accommodate more standing, and you must provide your own food, linen, beverages and wait services, the grandeur awaits.

The Central New York Living History Center in Cortland, New York offers three grand museums at one price, namely the Brockway Museum, Homeville Museum and Tractors of Yesteryear. The Brockway Museum has a permanent and rotating collection of antique Brockway Trucks with memorabilia and historical documents. The Homeville Museum features historical collections of American and local military and railroad history from the civil war era to the present and with over 10,000 items in the collection offers fascinating insight. The Tractors of Yesteryear are antique collections of tractors and antique agricultural equipment, and the Central New York Living History Center is dedicated to the preservation of historical artifacts of local, national and international significance, it's a must visit.

Cortland County Historical Society and Suggett House Museum in Cortland, New York houses memorabilia, toys, artifacts and more on the first floor, which was the home of inventor and real estate developer James Suggett. Appealing to both young and old, this historical site illustrates the county's 200 year history and group tours and out reach programs are available. The Kellogg Memorial Research Library connected to Suggett House, houses an extensive archival and genealogical collection, and there's a gift shop with publications on local history. Cortland County Historical Society and Suggett House Museum also offers membership which provides many benefits.