Research

Overview of the Records

Repository:

New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230

Summary:
This series consists of daily census records maintained by staff of the State Lunatic Asylum (later Utica State Hospital). Records include total number of male and female patients with number admitted and discharged. Information generally includes brief notes concerning visitors; religious services or entertainment programs; departures, destinations and return of staff; thermometer and barometer readings; weather; meetings and unusual canal conditions. Of note are census statistics when half the population was transferred to Marcy State Hospital.
Creator:
Title:
Daily reports and census records
Quantity:

3.2 cubic feet

5 volumes

Inclusive Dates:
1857-1955
Bulk Dates:
bulk 1857-1889, 1906-1923
Series Number:
B1487