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James W. Duffin
In the 1840s James W. Duffin was asked to find African American men in Ontario, Yates, Seneca, and Livingston Counties to receive parcels of land so they could be eligible to vote in New York State. -
Terraced Gardens
A brief overview of the terraced gardens that once lined west side of South Main Street. -
The Truth about General Lafayette’s Visit to Geneva
General Lafayette visited Geneva in 1825. But people remember the story of his visit in different ways. How does that happen? -
General Lafayette’s Visit to Geneva, 1825
Newspaper account of General Lafayette's visit to Geneva on June 8, 1825. -
Seneca-Cayuga Canal and the Seneca Lock Navigation Company
A brief history of the Seneca-Cayuga Canal that connected Geneva to the Erie Canal. -
Francis Marion Tuttle
Brief biography of deaf artist Francis Marion Tuttle -
The Pulteney Apartments
Brief history of the Pulteney Apartments -
An 1837 View of Geneva
A view of Geneva published in the October 14, 1837, issue of the Colored American. -
Cornell Agritech
A brief history of the site Cornell Agritech (formerly the New York State Agricultural Experiment Station) now stands on. -
The Chew Family
A short biography of the Chew family in Geneva. -
Geneva and the Underground Railroad
The question of whether Geneva was a station on the Underground Railroad has long been a subject of local debate and speculation. -
Holiday Season
A brief history of the holiday season in the United States. -
Kitchen Gardens
Information about kitchen gardens and food in the 19th century. -
Apple Cider in Popular Culture
As a symbol of a simpler time, apple cider has appeared in popular culture, including paintings, songs, and even a Presidential election. -
Local Authors
Overview of various authors connected to Geneva. -
A Tale of Two Williams
The connection between gunsmiths William Gardner (1793-1882) and William Billinghurst (1807-1880). -
Rhoda Palmer
Biography of Rhoda Palmer, the only signer of the 1848 Declaration of Sentiments who lived to vote, -
We Were Here In 1898: Buildings and Places
Overview of buildings and places around Geneva that existed in 1898 and are still here today -
Francesco Anelli and the Clark Family Portrait
Brief biography of painter Francesco Anelli and the story behind the Clark family portrait in Historic Geneva’s collection. -
Happy Birthday, City of Geneva
To mark the 125th anniversary of the city charter, an overview of how Geneva has changed as a municipality -
Slavery at Rose Hill
Overview of slavery at Rose Hill -
Slavery in New York State
A brief history of slavery in New York State -
The Johnston Women
Joint biography of John Johnston's wife his wife Margaret and their six daughters (Elizabeth White , Jessie Swaby, Nancy Johnston, Margaret Swan, Hope Johnston, and Marion Johnston) -
What Does Your Kitchen Say About You And How You Live?
A comparison of Rose Hill Mansion's kitchen and modern today kitchens. -
Off to College, Then and Now
A comparison of the admission process at Hobart College in 1839-1839 and 1911-1912 -
John Johnston Groupies
In life and in death John Johnston has had his fans. -
The Missing House on Park Place
The story of the missing house - 12 Park Place -
Student No. 130: Elizabeth Blackwell and Geneva Medical College, Part 2
In honor of her 200th birthday, Elizabeth Blackwell’s story and her ties to Geneva in her own words. -
Student No. 130: Elizabeth Blackwell and Geneva Medical College, Part 1
In honor of her 200th birthday, Elizabeth Blackwell’s story and her ties to Geneva in her own words. -
The Ballot Box in New York State
Brief timeline of voting history in New York State -
Geneva’s Stories
A collection of the Historical Society's digital content that explores Geneva’s diverse stories.
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.