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Form Follows Function: The Octagon House
A short history of the octagon house at 760 Castle Street. -
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. -
To Strike or Not to Strike
A brief history of labor unions 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. -
Early History of Lacrosse at Hobart College
Chronicle of the early history of lacrosse at Hobart College. -
1873 Geneva Bird’s-Eye View
An 1873 Geneva bird's-eye view represents a popular art form in 19th-century America and details the city's built environment. -
“Eclipse Was On Time:” 1900 Solar Eclipse
Account from the Geneva Daily Times about the 1900 solar eclipse with commentary from local astronomer Dr. William Brooks. -
Jenny Lind, the 19th-Century Taylor Swift?
Jenny Lind (1820-1887), a Swedish soprano, is compared to Taylor Swift. -
Stereo Cards in Our Collection
Brief history of stereo cards. -
A Survivor of the Civil War: The Letters of James Pressley Fulton
Overview of the Civil War correspondence of James Pressley Fulton (1843-1919) who served in the 126th New York Infantry. -
Holiday Season
A brief history of the holiday season in the United States. -
People from the St. Patrick’s Cemetery 2023 Tour
Overview of the residents featured in the 2023 tour of t Patrick's Cemetery -
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. -
The Thompson Family of Washington Street Cemetery
The story of an ordinary family in Geneva's past, the Thompson Family in Washington Street Cemetery. -
Local Authors
Overview of various authors connected to Geneva. -
Irving Hall
A brief history of Irving Hall located on Seneca Street. -
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 -
Geneva’s First City Budget
The city's first budget from 1898. -
Hearing From You: The Breuer Hotel
Brief history of the Breuer Hotel. -
Happy Birthday, City of Geneva
To mark the 125th anniversary of the city charter, an overview of how Geneva has changed as a municipality -
Visiting the Syrian Community in Glenwood Cemetery
A brief history of the Syrian community in Geneva, New York. -
The Geneva Shears Company
The first in a series of posts about 35 Lehigh Street in Geneva, New York. Includes a brief history of the Geneva Shears Company. -
The Willows Along Seneca Lake
A brief history of the Willows along Seneca Lake in Geneva. -
How Did The Victorians Keep Cool During The Summer?
Overview of how the Swan family and Rose Hill workers dealt with the summer heat during the mid-1800s. -
Summer At Rose Hill
Summer at Rose Hill with the Swan family in the mid-1800s. -
A Victorian Murder Trial
Overview of the 1899 murder trial of Michael Houlihan -
Those Who Came Before Us
Overview of local historians who have chronicled and preserved Geneva's stories. -
Cold, Chilly Victorian Winter
Brief overview of winter activities in the Victorian Era. -
Hearing from You: William Holleran, Carpenter
Brief biography of carpenter William Holleran -
Was Charles Bean a Conman?
Was Charles Bean's school for young men real or figment of his imagination? -
The Next Generation: The Prouty Family Legacy Part III
A chronicle of Phineas and Adelaide Prouty's children. -
How Does Our Holiday Celebration Compare to the Victorians?
How Victorian families, like the Swans at Rose Hill, celebrated Christmas -
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) -
Changing Seasons at Rose Hill Mansion
Fall at Rose Hill with the Swan. -
W.F. Humphrey Press on Pulteney Street
Brief history of W.F. Humphrey Press -
Phin and Kit: The Prouty Family Legacy Part II
Take a peek into the early married life of Phineas Prouty Jr. and his wife Adelaide. -
Benjamin Cleggett; Civil Rights Activist
The story of Benjamin Cleggett. -
What Does Your Kitchen Say About You And How You Live?
A comparison of Rose Hill Mansion's kitchen and modern today kitchens. -
Labor and Labor Day in Geneva
Early history of Geneva Federation of Labor. -
Rose Hill Mansion’s Landscape: Aesthetic & Utilitarian
How Rose Hill Mansion's landscape was used during the Swan period (1850-1890). -
Washington Harrison Donaldson, the aeronaut
A brief biography of aeronaut Washington Harrison Donaldson -
Opening Rose Hill Mansion For The Season
A comparison between Historic Geneva staff preparing Rose Hill Mansion for the season and domestic servants preparing the house for the day during the mid-19th century. -
Robert S. Duncanson, Landscape Artist
Who was Robert S. Duncanson and why does his story matter? -
“Any New and Useful Improvement”
Geneva patent holders before 1900. -
The Missing House on Park Place
The story of the missing house - 12 Park Place -
William and Luella Gracey
The musical talents of the Graceys. -
Medical Women’s Success
Why did medical women find professional success in the 19th century, only to fall back in the 20th? -
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. -
Mystery of the Mill
A brief history of the flour and grist mill on Castle Street -
On the Importance of City Directories
Brief history of city directories and the usefulness of directories in conducting research -
The Ballot Box in New York State
Brief timeline of voting history in New York State -
Salvation Army
Chronicle of the Salvation Army’s presence in Geneva. -
Geneva’s Stories
A collection of the Historical Society's digital content that explores Geneva’s diverse stories. -
“A Jewel of an Actress:” Emily Bancker in Geneva
Emily Bancker's performances at the Smith Opera House in the 1890s.
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.