Oneida people
In 1764, Samuel Kirkland visited the Senecas, intending to convert them to Christianity. He returned home after two years, and soon after commenced a mission among the Oneida people. About 1765, the Quakers, with the support of George Washington, began missions in New York among the Seneca. Over 20 years, they spent more than $40,000, supporting schools among other institutions. A Quaker mission was founded near Allegany in May 1798, which later grew to encompass the Cattaraugus area as well.