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Kevin Berner

Kevin is president of the Jefferson Historical Society and a retired Wildlife Management professor from SUNY Cobleskill. His career and passions revolved around wildlife and photography. Being on the JHS board is fullfilling to Kevin so that JHS can help people become more aware of the fascinating history or the town through our books, Facebook, lectures, and other means.

You can contact Kevin by email: BernerKL@gmail.com

Recent Articles

Oct 31, 2026

The American Revolution Through Haudenosaunee Eyes

Mike Tarbell will discuss the role of the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) in the American Revolution

Oct 19, 2026

Two Jefferson Historical Society Leaders Step Down

Long-time Jefferson Historical Society leaders Bonnie Dailey and Diane Ericson have stepped down from their roles with the organization.

Oct 15, 2026

Jefferson Battle During the Revolutionary War

The Jefferson Historical Society is having a presentation about the Joseph Brant and Adam Crysler ambush at Utsayantha on October 25 at 2pm

Oct 3, 2026

Michael Kudish talk on Vegetation Changes from Pre-European Settlement to Today

Dr. Kudish will explore how the region’s vegetation has changed over time, including the effects of Native American land management, fire, agriculture, and other human activities on the landscape.

Sep 25, 2026

Jefferson Historical Society to Showcase Dibble Studio Photography

Newton and Myra Dibble ran a photo studio in Jefferson, NY in the early 1900s. The Jefferson Historical Society will have a display of their photos at Judd Hall during the first weekend of October.

Sep 15, 2026

VOICES FROM THE CEMETERY

The Jefferson Historical Society will do a presentation with reenactors representing 10 Revolutionary War veterans or their wives who were laid to rest in the Old Jefferson Burying Ground. Each will tell their stories. After the event attendees have the option of visiting the cemetery itself and seeing the soldier's graves.