Utica Attractions

The Children's Museum of Utica is a hands-on environment with emphasis on local history, environmental science and the arts. The Museum also has an outdoor display of real trains.

This Italian cultural heritage and museum features exhibits that include folk art, sculptures, and library/archives. Italian language and cultural classes are also offered.

Visual and performing arts programs are available at Munson-Williams-Proctor Institute as well as an art museum. The Institute was established in 1919, and annually holds over 800 events.

The Oneida County Historical Society was founded in 1876 to preserve the history of Oneida County. The Battlefield at Oriskany, the Native Americans who first called this land home, and historical exhibits are featured including information on Utica, Oneida County and Mohawk Valley.

Utica Zoo houses a variety of animals including primates, reptiles and amphibians. A petting area is available in the children's zoo.