One local museum needs your help as it looks to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Korean War.
The Cayuga Museum of History and Art & Case Research Lab is seeking local items and oral histories for inclusion in its upcoming exhibit on the role of Cayuga County residents and their experiences in Korea and on the homefront. Geoff Starks is the museum’s director of development and outreach. He told Finger Lakes News Radio that the exhibit will let locals share what it was like during the war, whether they served or remained stateside.
“We’re really looking for anyone who was living and remembers that time, but particularly stories from those who served and remained on the homefront.”
While the museum will accept uniforms, Starks added that the museum is particularly interested in obtaining photographs, diaries, or other written materials.
Those wishing to loan out an item or have their stories recorded should contact the Director of Collections, Karyn Radcliffe, at 315-253-8051 or [email protected]. All loaned items are covered by the museum’s insurance project and will be returned at the end of the exhibition.
The exhibit will run from May 31 through September 13. It will be accompanied by additional programming such as film screenings and lectures.
Lasting from June 1950 to July 1953, nearly 1.8 million Americans served in the Korean War with approximately 36,000 losing their lives.
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