Wednesday, December 18: A Paper Trail: The Evolution of Syracuse’s Newspapers
Free with museum admission
12:00pm, Hosmer Auditorium
Take a fascinating journey through the history of Syracuse’s newspapers in A Paper Trail: The Evolution of Syracuse’s Newspapers, as we explore the lives and legacies of pivotal publishers, editors, and reporters. From Lewis Redfield and Horace Greely to Vivus Smith and S.I. Newhouse, this discussion will highlight the evolution of local journalism from 1816 to today.
This event will feature a lively conversation between Tim Atseff, renowned local artist and former journalist, and Robert Searing, Curator of History at the Onondaga Historical Association (OHA). Together, they will delve into the evolution of local newspapers and Syracuse’s lasting contributions to journalism.
Join us for this captivating look at the evolution of Syracuse’s newspapers and the enduring impact of local journalism!
About Robert Searing:
As Curator of History at the Onondaga Historical Association, Robert Searing oversees six museums, including the Onondaga Historical Museum and Skä·noñh – Great Law of Peace Center. He also developed and built the Regional Aviation History Museum and the Brewseum at Heritage Hill Brewhouse.
Searing writes a weekly column for The Post-Standard and Syracuse.com and hosts the radio show/podcast Repeating History on WCNY 91.3. A graduate of Binghamton University, he holds advanced degrees in American History from the Maxwell School at Syracuse University and teaches history at SUNY-Cortland and Tompkins-Cortland Community College.
About Tim Atseff:
Syracuse native Tim Atseff began his local newspaper career at the Syracuse Herald-Journal as an illustrator and went on to hold several key positions, including art and design director, editorial cartoonist, deputy managing editor, and managing editor at both the Herald-Journal and the Post-Standard. Over his 46-year career, Atseff created more than 1,500 editorial cartoons, many of which were featured in national publications such as The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Boston Globe.
Beyond his newspaper career, Atseff was the creator and editor of three regional magazines: Central New York Magazine, CNY Business Exchange Magazine, and Central New York Sports Magazine. He retired in 2011 but continues to leave an indelible mark on the Central New York arts and journalism communities.
