Interlaken, New York
The Interlaken Historical Society
OUR VISION
To preserve, celebrate, and appreciate the past and present of our community in order to embrace the future.
Interlaken Historical Society's Spring Program
REMEMBERING THE 1960S: VOICES FROM OUR COMMUNITY
Date: April 28, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Covert Municipal Building, 8469 S Main St, Interlaken, NY 14847
Handicap Accessible
For those unable to attend in person, the program will be recorded and available for viewing later on our YouTube channel.
Hear from those who lived it
Step back in time to the 1960s, a decade of transformation, turbulence, and unforgettable memories. From the joy of watching the first moon landing to the shock of President Kennedy’s assassination, from dancing to the Beatles to debating the Vietnam War, our community lived through history in ways both personal and profound. Through guided prompts, longtime residents will share their firsthand experiences—whether it was the thrill of a new era or the uncertainty of changing times. Bring your photos, artifacts, and recollections as we explore the moments that shaped our past.
Your story matters—come be a part of history!
We are looking for local residents to be a part of our program and share their stories. If you are willing to share your personal experiences of life in the 1960s, we would love to include you. Please email interlakenhistoricalsociety@gmail.com to make arrangements.
"The Decade of Change" in Interlaken, New York
What was it like growing up in Interlaken during the 1960s? Where were you when you heard about the assassination of President John F. Kennedy? How did people in the community react? How did people spend their free time and weekends? How did the Cold War and fears of nuclear war influence daily life? What new car models or farming equipment became popular in the 1960s?
OUr Program for the Evening
Join us for an engaging evening of storytelling as local residents share their personal experiences of life in the 1960s. Through guided prompts, participants will reflect on the people, places, and events that shaped our community during this transformative decade. The program will be moderated by Jennifer Merkle, an Interlaken Historical Society Trustee.
Help us reach our goals with a tax-deductible donation
Support our Fund Drive for the 2024-5 fiscal year!
The Interlaken Historical Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization chartered by the New York State Board of Regents.
As of June 30, 2024, the close of FY 23-24 our Building Fund has a balance of $88,849.59
THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY!
3 ways to support us this year...
This year, we have three funds you can support.
Checks payable to I.H.S. 2024-25 Fund Drive can be mailed to P.O. Box 270, Interlaken, New York 14847 or use the button below to donate via the PayPal.
A: The General Fund
Help with our everyday expenses.
Goal: $3,000
B: Capital Repair Fund
Help with repairs for Farmers’ Museum
Goal: $5,500
** A generous member will match donations to this fund up to $2,500! **
C: Building Fund
Help support our new Community Life Museum
Goal: $800,000
Our Vision
It is our VISION to preserve, celebrate, and appreciate the past and present of our community in order to embrace the future.
Our Community
Our Community
Our Community
The Village of Interlaken was also known as the Village of Farmer and Farmerville. Other local names within the Town of Covert include: Kelly’s Corners, Kingtown, Hall’s Corners, Covert Station, Liberty Corners, and Trumansburg Landing. Nearby are Lodi, Townsendville, Kidders, Sheldrake, Ovid, Romulus, and Willard.
Our Mission
Our Community
Our Community
Establish, maintain, and operate museums and a research room for the promotion of local and area history.
Collect and preserve items and books of historical, literary, and artistic interest to our community.
Publish articles, pamphlets, periodicals, and works of historic or literary significance to our area.
Encourage the use of our facilities and resources for research.
Promote the dissemination of historical information through modern technology.
Carry on activities usually associated with a historical society, particularly relating to the history of southern Seneca County and the community of Interlaken.
Our History
Our Community
Our History
Founded in 1951, the society has grown from a few local members dedicated to “collecting, preserving and disseminating all things related to the history of South Seneca County, the Town of Covert and the Village of Interlaken," to members across North America who still believe in collecting, preserving, and sharing information.