Office of the County Historian
Calendar of Events
Wayne County Historical Society, Museum of Wayne County History, 21 Butternut Street, Lyons. Hours Tuesday-Friday 10-4. Saturdays 10-1 April 1-May 28; 10-4 June 4-October 22. Closed Nov 11; Nov 24, 25; December 14, 2011-Jan 9, 2012. General admission is $4 for adults and $2 for students. Wayne County Historical Society members are free. To find out more about the museum, its exhibits, programs, special events, and volunteer opportunities, call 315 946-4943 or visit the Wayne County Historical Society website at www.waynehistory.org.
Songs from the Old Jail CD The CD “Songs from the Old Jail” are available in the gift shop of the Museum of Wayne County History and Dobbins Drug Store in Lyons. They retail for $7 plus tax and can also be bundled with the book “A Jail among Us” for $19.95.
Newark-Arcadia Historical Museum and Gift Shop open Saturdays all year 1-3 pm. Wednesdays July - September 7-9 pm. Located at 120 High Street, Newark. Wheelchair accessible. Admission is always free, with donations gratefully accepted. Exhibits on Spiritualism, Jackson& Perkins Co., C.H. Stuart Co./Sarah Coventry, Bloomer Bros., Edgett-Burnham Canning Co., and more. Newark-Arcadia Historical Society (N-AHS) arcadiahistory@gmail.com Phone: (315) 331-6409. Exhibit, "Civil War: The Newark Connection” in commemoration of the 150th Anniversary of the start of the Civil War, continues through March 31, 2012. Across the street from the museum is Newark Public Library & Hoffman Clock Museum
Orders are now being taken for high-quality and matted prints of N-AHS member Oscar F. Anderson's Ye Hills of Wayne watercolor painting. Print size: 13.5" x 10.25". Size, matter: 16" x 20". Price $25. Postage & Handling: $5. The painting includes seven scenes of Wayne County in all seasons, plus three stanzas from Mary Ashley Townsend's (native of Lyons) famous poem, "Ye Hills of Wayne". For information, or to place an order: 315-331-6409. N-AHS, PO Box 289, Newark NY 14513-0289
High quality prints of a watercolor entitled "Sodus Light" by artist Craig L Davis are available. Painted in 2006, the size is approx. 15" x 11". A framed example is on display in the museum's Arts & Entertainment Room. The prints are $100 each, of which $25 will be donated to the N-AHS. Craig Davis is a graduate of Syracuse University School of Fine Arts. He is a Newark High School graduate, Class of 1978. He currently lives in Colorado with his wife Jennifer Bach and their two children.
Butler Historical Preservation Society has 2 museums. Butler Center Church Museum is located in Butler at 4518 Butler Center Road. Roe Cobblestone Schoolhouse is located 4576 VanVleck Road, Wolcott at the intersection with State Route 89. They are open May – October the first Saturday of the month from 10 am- 2 pm. Or call 315 594-2332 for an appointment. www.bhpsbutlerny.org
Galen Historical Society has 2 museums located in the Village of Clyde. The Mill museum located at 14 Sodus Street houses a large collection of farm implements, household items, and the Sports Hall of Fame. The Brick Church Museum located at 31 North Park has displays including the Clyde Glass Works, Morrison Printing Press, Modes of travel, Business, Military, Churches, and a large collection of Genealogy Records. Summer Hours June 1 - August 31: Saturday and Sunday 1-3pm with expansion during Clyde Community Days. Open during Farmers Market in the Park 5-7pm first and last Thursdays May-October. Key holders are available to open Museum for tours at request. Galen Historical Society 315-923-7150 galenhistoricals@aol.com http://www.galenhistoricalsociety.org
Lyons Heritage Society tours of the Hotchkiss Essential Oil Co. Peppermint Office corner of Water Street and Leach Road, Lyons are available by calling 315 946-4492. Lyons Heritage Society also has a number of gift items for sale: Lyons Coverlets, Hotchkiss label tea towels, Leman's Gourmet Peppermints, Hotchkiss History Books, peppermint sticks and copies of "World War II Prisoner of War Camps in Wayne County, New York And Their Prisoners" by Annette T. Harris. All proceeds go to the Lyons Heritage Society for its ongoing commitment to preserving the history of Lyons, NY.
Lyons history "Winston Dobbins' Old Geezer Network". Several years ago, the late Winston Dobbins, a man who loved all things Lyons, created the “Old Geezer Network”. The network is an informal e-mail sharing of pictures, newspaper articles and memories of life in early Lyons. When Winston became ill and could no longer head the network, he asked Allyn Perry and Andi Evangelist to take over his position. Topics covered vary from week to week. Most recently there was an active discussion about car dealerships. The question, “Who sold Studebakers in Lyons and where was the shop located?” set off a flurry of varying opinions. Eventually the question was answered to everyone’s satisfaction after photos of newspaper ads were offered as proof. Some members are quick to become involved in the e-mail conversation and others just sit back and read what others write. Either approach is fine. The present “Geezer” membership ranges in age from 30ish to 90ish and includes people who still live in Lyons and those who have long since moved away. There is no fee to join. Anyone who is interested in remembering or learning about Lyons history is welcome to join. For more information or to sign up to become a member of Winston Dobbins’ Old Geezer Network, e-mail Andi Evangelist at aevange892@aol.com.
Marion Historic Association Museum 3827 North Main Street, Marion. Open during programs (listed in Events below), or by appointment. Contact Carolyn Adriaansen 315 926-4436.
Ontario Heritage Square Museum open Saturdays and Sundays 1:30-4pm June 4 – October 2, 2011. Closed July 4 and Labor Day weekends. 7147 Ontario Center Road at the Brick Church Corner, Ontario. www.heritagesquaremuseum.org
Heritage Square Museum Opens for the Season
W.Y. Emery 1867 Schooner artifacts and photos featured this summer at the Town of Ontario’s Heritage Square Museum, Ontario, NY
Featured this summer at the Town of Ontario’s Heritage Square Museum is a display in the Hojack train station of artifacts and photos of the sunken 1867 two masted schooner, the W.Y Emery. This ship sank in 1899 off Bear Creek Harbor in the Town of Ontario in Wayne County. A painting by R. Stevens of the famous Lake Ontario 1787 English war ship the H.M.S. Ontario is also on display. Learn about Bear Creek Harbor’s history from the early days of iron ore to atomic energy today.
Located at Brick Church Corners, 7147 Ontario Center Road, Heritage Square Museum is owned and operated by the Town of Ontario Historical and Landmark Preservation Society. This 19th century crossroads community is a 13-acre site that includes historical buildings such as the Ruffell log cabin (discover the secret behind the mantel clock), the Brick Church one-room schoolhouse, the Warner house (have you ever seen a Seraphine?), old town jail, apple dry house, Baptist Meeting House and the recently restored Hojack train station. All buildings have been carefully furnished with period artifacts and great displays. And don’t forget to visit the gift shop in the Hojack station to take home a special memory.
Historic Palmyra: Museums open for summer season June 1- midSeptember(Historic Palmyra's 4 Museums Open attachment)
- The Alling Coverlet Museum, 122 Williams St, Palmyra is open daily 1:00 - 4:00 PM.
- TheMarket Street Museums are open Tuesday - Saturday from 11:00 until 4:00 PM. They include:
- Palmyra Historic Museum, 132 Market St
- Wm. Phelps General Store and Home Museum, 140 Market St
- Print Shop Museum, 140 ½ Market St
Share in the experience of this unique, one of a kind, “Historic Palmyra’s History Trail along the Erie Canal”. We would be happy to accommodate special hours and special tours for those who would like to contact us. Please call the Palmyra Historic Museum at (315) 597-6981 or www.historicpalmyrany.com Any tour size is acceptable.
Historic Palmyra is Where History Comes Alive, because our history is alive. Call for information at (315) 597-6981 or e-mail bjfhpinc@rochester.rr.com or visit our web site www.historicpalmyrany.com.
Williamson-Pultneyville Historical Society Museum and Gift Shop open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 1-4pm, June 15 - September 15. Located at 4130 Mill Street, Pultneyville. Williamson-Pultneyville Historical Society web site: http://w-phs.org WPHS hotline: (315) 589-9892
Sodus Bay Lighthouse Museum open Tuesday through Sunday, Maythrough October 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Closed Mondays except holidays. Located at 7606 N Ontario St, Sodus Point. Sodus Bay Historical Society web site: www.soduspointlighthouse.org. Phone: (315) 483-4936
Walworth Museum 2257 Academy Street, Walworth. Museum Hours, June - September, Sundays & Wednesdays 2-4 p.m. To schedule a visit please call Keymel 315 524-9205 or Scott 315 524-9528.
Wolcott Historical Society Northup Carriage House open Wednesdays and Saturdays 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Located on Jefferson Street, Wolcott.
The Discovery Edition of "Legend of the Lake," the story British warship HMS Ontario is now available with many fantastic images of the shipwreck that Dan Scoville and I, Jim Kennard, found in May 2008. For a full description of the contents of the book see our website page: http://www.shipwreckworld.com/story/legend-of-the-lake-discovery-edition.aspx
February 1, Wednesday, 6:30 pm, Williamson-Pultneyville Historical Society Dutch Dinner Meeting at Pultneyville Reformed Church, 7784 Lake Avenue, Pultneyville. Guest speakers: Carol May and Mark DeCracker, Trail Works, Inc., Forever Wild for Everyone. www.w-phs.org
February 4, Saturday, 2pm, Winter Lecture Series, Newark-Arcadia Historical Society. “Solemn Pride” At Newark-Arcadia Museum, 120 High Street, Newark. A Civil War Play video presentation. Directed by Larry Ann Evans, the play was originally presented on the stage of Ohmann Theatre by Wayne County Historical Society and Lyons Heritage Society last fall. Larry Ann, Director of the Wayne County Historical Society, will speak following the show. Popcorn will be served! arcadiahistory@gmail.com Phone: (315) 331-6409
February 16, Thursday, 6:30 pm, Big Read Program at Alling Coverlet Museum At 122 William Street, Palmyra 14522. The book reviewed is called, “The Chocolate War” by Robert Cormier. www.historicpalmyrany.com
February 25, Saturday, 2pm, Winter Lecture Series, Newark-Arcadia Historical Society. “Newark & Marion Railroad.” At Newark-Arcadia Museum, 120 High Street, Newark. Speaker: Christopher Baker. The Newark & Marion Railroad opened in 1905. Come and learn all about it. All aboard! arcadiahistory@gmail.com Phone: (315) 331-6409
March 7, Wednesday, 7pm, Williamson-Pultneyville Historical Society Meeting “Antiques – Show and Tell” at Gates Hall, 4107 Lake Road, Pultneyville. Guest speakers: Linda Perkins and Joe Kozloski. Bring an item to show and/or learn more about. www.w-phs.org
March 8, Thursday, 7pm, Wayne County Historical Society, exhibit preview party “Wayne County Call of Duty: The War of 1812” At Museum of Wayne County History, 21 Butternut Street, Lyons 14489. The exhibit on the war of 1812, also called the forgotten war, will focus on the two battles fought in Wayne County, Pultneyville and Sodus Point. For more information: 315 946-4943 www.waynehistory.org
March 10, Saturday, 2pm, Winter Lecture Series, Newark-Arcadia Historical Society. “The Wizard of Oz” At Newark-Arcadia Museum, 120 High Street, Newark. Speaker: Valerie Lapresi-Schmitz, a trustee of the Phelps Community Historical Society. There are local connections and lots of history associated with L Frank Baum’s books and movie. Children will especially enjoy this one (and adults too!). arcadiahistory@gmail.com Phone: (315) 331-6409
March 14, Wednesday, 7pm program, Rose Historical Society program UGRR, UnderGround RailRoad. At Rose Historical Society Museum, 5016 Main Street, North Rose. Speaker: Wayne County Historian Peter Evans.
March 15, Thursday, 7 pm, Historical Spirits at the Palmyra Museum. At Alling Coverlet Museum, 122 William Street, Palmyra 14522. Evidence found 2011-2012. Let’s talk about the ghosts. www.historicpalmyrany.com
April 7, Saturday, 2pm, Winter Lecture Series, Newark-Arcadia Historical Society. “Tiffany Mosaic” At Newark-Arcadia Museum, 120 High Street, Newark. Speaker: Arlene Copeland, secretary of Clifton Springs Historical Society. L C Tiffany’s first mosaic, of daVinci’s “The Last Supper”, is located in the chapel at Clifton Springs Hospital. It’s a treasure. arcadiahistory@gmail.com Phone: (315) 331-6409
April 12, Thursday, Newark-Arcadia Historical Society Annual Meeting and Dinner. arcadiahistory@gmail.com Phone: (315) 331-6409
April 16, Monday, 7 pm, Historic Palmyra Program. At Alling Coverlet Museum, 122 William Street, Palmyra 14522. www.historicpalmyrany.com
April 21, Saturday, 5:30-8:30 pm, Historic Palmyra Annual Steak Fundraising Dinner. At Palmyra 14522. call 315 597-6981 for reservations. www.historicpalmyrany.com
April 28, 29, Thursday, 6:30 pm, Book Fair at Alling Coverlet Museum. At 122 William Street, Palmyra 14522. By Books, Etc. & Village Bookmarket. www.historicpalmyrany.com
May 10, Thursday, Wayne County Historical Society, Annual Dinner. For more information: 315 946-4943 www.waynehistory.org
May 12, Saturday, 9-5, Wayne County Historical Society, “The Jailbird Antique Festival” At Museum of Wayne County History, 21 Butternut Street, Lyons 14489. For this one day event, the museum’s three floors will be filled with Antique Dealers. Lunch will also be available and admission to the museum is free. For more information: 315 946-4943 www.waynehistory.org
May 17, Thursday, Historic Palmyra Program, War of 1812. At Palmyra 14522. www.historicpalmyrany.com
May 18, 19, 20, Friday- Sunday, Historic Palmyra Heritage Weekend featuring War of 1812. At Palmyra 14522. General John Swift, Rhoda Swift, and Mrs. Wm Howe Cuyler will all be there. Tours of all museums given $7 per person. www.historicpalmyrany.com
May 19, Saturday, 9-5, Wayne County Historical Society, Spring Yard Sale At the Pure Oil Station (formerly Pacello’s gas station) on Rt. 14 and Canal Street, Lyons 14489. For more information: 315 946-4943 www.waynehistory.org
May 21, Monday, 6:15 pm, Walworth Historical Society program Preston Pierce “Mr Lincoln’s War” At Walworth Museum, 2257 Academy St, Walworth. www.walworthhistoricalsociety.org
June 5, Tuesday, 6pm dinner and program, Rose Historical Society Annual Meeting at Rose Grange, 4101 Rt 414, Rose. Dish-To-Pass Supper. Jim Ryan will present a program to be announced.
June 16, Saturday, 7:30 pm – 2 am, Beyond Ghosts of Buffalo. At Alling Coverlet Museum, 122 William Street to meet, and hunts at Market Street Museums, Palmyra 14522. Tickets online at www.BeyondGhosts.com www.historicpalmyrany.com
June 21, Thursday, Historic Palmyra Ice Cream Social. At Palmyra 14522. Tours of all buildings and Ice Cream Sundaes. www.historicpalmyrany.com
July 23, Monday, 6:30-7:30 pm, Historic Palmyra Village History Tour. At Palmyra 14522. call 315 597-6981 for reservations. www.historicpalmyrany.com
August 7-9, Tuesday-Thursday, Historic Palmyra Archeological Dig Camp. At Palmyra 14522. $30 per student archeologist, all supplies furnished. Limited attendance, call for reservations 315 597-6981. Big Reveal on Pirate Saturday, August 11. children ages 11-15, and adults. www.historicpalmyrany.com
August 10, 11, Friday, Saturday, 11-4, Historic Palmyra Pirate Whitley’s Cave. At Palmyra 14522. Stories, fun and history scavenger hunt. Headquarters of Pirate supplies. www.historicpalmyrany.com
September 14, 15, Friday, Saturday, Palmyra Canaltown Days. At Palmyra 14522. All Historic Palmyra Museums open, and a booth uptown. Ghost walk and hunt at the Market Street Museums 8-11 pm both nights, $15 per person. . www.historicpalmyrany.com
September 29, Saturday, 8-10 pm, Historic Palmyra Murder, Mayhem and Mystery Walk. At Palmyra 14522. $10 per person. www.historicpalmyrany.com
October 19, 20, Friday, Saturday, 6:30 pm and 8 pm, Historic Palmyra Cemetery Tour. At Vienna Street Cemetery, Palmyra 14522. $10 per person. Call 315 597-6981 for reservations. If weather is really bad, Tour held at all the Museums. www.historicpalmyrany.com
November 15, 16, 17, Thursday, Friday 10-5, with lunch; Saturday 10-3, no lunch, Historic Palmyra Holiday Bazaar. At Palmyra 14522. www.historicpalmyrany.com
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Now available: Newark-Arcadia Historical Museum Gift Shop “East of Newark, West of Lyons: The Board Game, Long Play Edition” $24.95 Based on the very popular trivia book of the same name, by David Benjamin, this new board game is sure to be equally popular as well as a collectors item. Profits from the sale of the games benefit the Newark-Arcadia Historical Society. Museum located at 120 High St, Newark. Open Saturdays 1-3, and at other times by chance or appointment. For information, call 315 331-6409
Now: "Gillette Wall Map 1858 Wayne County, New York" books available for $10 each at the Office of the County Historian Wayne County NY, 9 Pearl Street, Lyons. The office is above the Dept of Motor Vehicles. These newly reprinted books contain indexed maps of each town and hamlet in Wayne County in 1858. The index cross-references settlers/businesses names and locations. An original Gillette Wall Map is on the wall of the County Clerk's Office located on the first floor of 9 Pearl Street, Lyons.
This December 2004 printing is currently Sold Out...
Town of Butler CD with over 100 historic photos is being offered by Butler Historical Preservation Society. Included is an interior view of the Roe Cobblestone Schoolhouse, a 1917 photo of the Butler Center Church, and a description of each photo. Contact Jim Chatfield (315) 594-9425, email: jchatfie@rochester.rr.com Cost is $15 plus $2 shipping. A booklet of the photos will be available soon.
Andrea Evangelist, author and president of the Lyons Civic Club, Inc. is pleased to announce that copies of the book, A Look At Lyons: History and Images of Lyons, New York, are now available (December 2006) for purchase at four locations in Lyons: the main and branch offices of the Lyons National Bank, 35 William Street and Routes 14 & 31; Dobbins Drugs and The Old Pharmacy Gift Shop, 52-58 William Street; and James S. Sullivan Agency, 36 Canal Street. This 250-page, soft-covered, indexed, 8 1/2' x 11' publication contains over 300 captioned pictures that chronicle the history of Lyons. The Lyons National Bank and the Robert G. Boehmler Community Foundation generously sponsored the club's first publication. Chapter titles of the book include Early History of Lyons, Early Government, Lyons Village, Lyons Fire Department, Lyons Schools, Lyons Library, Entertainment, Medical Care In Lyons, Slavery & Underground Railroad, Taverns & Hotels, Joppa, Prohibition, Transportation, The Canal, Communication, Alloway, Ethnic Heritage, Lyons Organizations, Lyons Businesses, Lyons Churches, Memories, Myths & Trivia, The Easterly Murders, and Appendix. Books are being sold for $25 a copy. Profits made from book sales will go to fund future Lyons Civic Club, Inc. publications and club activities. To order a book for shipping, please call 315-946-3367 or 315-946-9340. There is an additional $5 charge to cover shipping and handling costs.