Upcoming Events

Mary Jemison: Livingston County’s Iconic ‘White Woman of the Genesee’ – Oliver Bickel

Cheese Factories in Livingston County – Jane Oakes

February 9th

1:30 pm

There's a hidden history behind some of the buildings you pass by in Livingston County- once they were cheese factories! Come learn about them and how the men and women who ran them made cheese from pioneer times to the present. Hear about the “Ashantee Method,” our Italian cheese makers, where our cheese factories were located, and why they eventually closed. Registration is Required.

Saving Local History with a Metal Detector - Darren Brennessel

March 9th (Co-sponsored with APOG)

1:30pm

Join us for an exciting afternoon as we explore the hidden stories beneath our feet! Darren Brennessel will share his insights on how this fascinating practice uncovers artifacts and connects us to the past. This special event is co-sponsored by the Association for the Preservation of Geneseo.

DUE TO LIMITED SEATING, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

REGISTRATION IS FREE AND OPEN UP UNTIL THE START OF THE PROGRAM

Geneseo Fire Department History Andrew Chanler

April 27th (co-sponsored with APOG)

1:30 pm

Geneseo Fire Department Chief, Andrew Chanler will present about the history of Geneseo’s Fire Department, a volunteer-based department dedicated to responding within our community to emergencies since 1834.

DUE TO LIMITED SEATING, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

REGISTRATION IS FREE AND OPEN UP UNTIL THE START OF THE PROGRAM

In Our Backyard:

Ossian - Rhea Walker Portage - Lorraine Rocker Sparta - Chad Schuster

Become a tourist in your own backyard! Learn about what is special about each of these towns and inspire your next “day-cation.”

May 4th

1:30 pm

PROGRAM TO FOLLOW A BRIEF LCHS MEMBERSHIP MEETING

MEMBERS ONLY - Attic Treasures Preview Sale

August 22rd

4:30-6:00 PM

Members are encouraged to shop for quality, vintage, and unique items prior to opening the sale to the general public. Beverages, both alcoholic and non, will be served along with some nibbles easily negotiated while shopping. We love cash and check, but can also process credit cards and Venmo. Not a member, become one today or on the day of the Sip & Shop.

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Attic Treasures Sale

August 23rd

10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Shop at the Attic Treasures Sale for quality, vintage, and one-of-a-kind items. Most sale items will be indoors ,with some larger items outside near vendors. All proceeds support the Livingston County Museum.

A New Folk Museum Opera “Wine & War”

August 31st

1:30-3:00pm

Come lend your voice to this new project, exploring how we tell our own story. New York State’s first commercial winery was born in York NY, before the Civil War. The story is steeped in the beauty of wine and the tragedy of veterans coming home from war.

Finger Lakes Learn About Wine (LAW) School - Class 1 Rebecca Mahmoud

September 2025 at 5:30 PM

$35 per person (limit 20)

“Finger Lakes Riesling” tastes a flight of 5 samples of Riesling wine from the Finger Lakes - from dry to sweet-and learn about the history of this cool climate grape in the Finger Lakes.

Finger Lakes Learn About Wine (LAW) School - Class 2 Rebecca Mahmoud

October 2025 at 5:30 pm

$35 per person (limit 20)

“Finger Lakes Chardonnay” tastes a flight of 5 samples of Chardonnay wine from the Finger Lakes - from dry to sweet-and learn about the history of this cool climate grape in the Finger Lakes.

Finger Lakes Learn About Wine (LAW) School - Class 3 Rebecca Mahmoud

November 2025 at 5:30 pm

$35 per person (limit 20)

“Finger Lakes Cabernet Franc” tastes a flight of 5 samples of Cabernet Franc wine from the Finger Lakes Learn about the history of this cool climate grape in the Finger Lakes.

Members and Donors Holiday Reception

December 2025