Upcoming Events

 
 

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

Saturday, February 1st - THIS IS A REPEAT OF JANUARY 25TH PROGRAM

1:30pm

In addition to recounting the often dramatic elements of her life story, this presentation will discuss what it was about Mary Jemison that makes her not only such a uniquely interesting figure in the history of Livingston County but, over 250 years later, a continuing inspirational icon for so many people in the United States and beyond. Seating is limited and registration is required.

 

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


 

Eminent Riparians: Biographical Sketches of Finger Lakes Luminaries and Leading Lights–Richard Herman

July 13th

1:30 pm

 
 

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

September 2025

“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

“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

“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