History Hike

Then and now photos of around the Ithaca Commons

Ever wondered what Ithaca once looked like? Then take a walk through a bygone time with the History Hike! Come view scenes of the past while enjoying a walk through the present. Throughout each step of the journey you can compare what Ithaca was, and what it is now through historic and current photographs.

The History Center in Tompkins County brings you this walking tour in honor of the Tompkins County bicentennial celebration. Make sure to check out the full exhibit in February which commemorates many aspects of Tompkins County’s rich history.

The photos and information used in this tour were sourced from "Ithaca Then & Now by Merrill Hesch & Richard Pieper, revised and updated by Harry Littell."