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Puzzling During a Pandemic: America’s 3rd Puzzle Craze
A brief history of the jigsaw puzzle crazes in the United States. -
At the Intersection of Public History and Public Health: My Pandemic Experience
When public history meets public health. -
Dissected Maps: The Origins of Jigsaw Puzzles
Discover the early history of jigsaw puzzles. -
“A Jewel of an Actress:” Emily Bancker in Geneva
Emily Bancker's performances at the Smith Opera House in the 1890s. -
Concealed Shoes
The phenomenon of concealed shoes. -
Should I Stay or Should I Go: Elopement in the 19th Century
How the term elopement has changed -
“Modern” Heating: The Mattress Steam Radiator at Rose Hill Mansion
A chronicle of the mattress steam radiator at Rose Hill Mansion -
More Trick Than Treat: Halloween in 19th Century Geneva
Overview of how Genevans celebrated Halloween in the 1800s. -
Greek Revival Architecture: The Basics
An introduction to Greek Revival Architecture. -
An Original, Almost – George Washington’s Portrait at Rose Hill Mansion
The story of Jane Stuart and her portrait of George Washington at Rose Hill. -
What’s a Belvedere?
Answers to commonly asked questions at Rose Hill Mansion - what is a belvedere and why is it called that? -
New staffer at Rose Hill and Johnston House
Introduction of a new staff member
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.