Historic Geneva is a history museum in the Finger Lakes region of New York State which focuses on the history of Geneva, NY, historic architecture, genealogy, and the area's industry and agriculture. The Society maintains four historic 19th century properties, an archive and library, a museum and runs programs and events related to the history of Geneva and the Finger Lakes area.
Lithia Mineral Springs was discovered near South Exchange and East Washington Streets in 1886 when Stephen Coursey was drilling for oil and natural gas. It was bottled and shipped internationally but Genevans could drink it for free at the pavilion in the background.