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SUMMARY:Historic Tours: Allen Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Janet Wahlberg for a tour of Allen Park where you will learn about the Allen family\, the Bandshell\, the Allen Park Women’s Club\, the swimming pool\, the ice area and much more. \nParticipants will meet at the Allen Park band shell at 10:00 a.m. \nThe Fenton History Center conducts historic walking tours from June to August. The cost is $8 for members and $12 for non-members. Participants can pre-register online\, at the Fenton\, or by phone at 716-664-6256. There is a limit of 20 people for each tour. \nFor the first time\, we are introducing the Full Circuit History Pass\, which provides individual access to all of the Fenton Historic Walking Tours throughout the 2026 season. Each pass is valid for one person. The cost is $50 for members and $80 for non-members. \nThank you to our sponsors: Rodgers Land Surveying\, Ahlstrom Schaeffer\, and Weber Knapp
URL:https://mychq.org/event/historic-tours-allen-park-2/
LOCATION:Allen Park\, 31 Hughes St.\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fenton History Center":MAILTO:info@fentonhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T210000
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SUMMARY:Lecture: Four Wars\, Four Branches: The Extraordinary Service of Lloyd Peters
DESCRIPTION:Lloyd Peters was a man of many talents. From holding a private pilot license to professional firefighter and first aid instructor\, as well as a family man – his years of military service were long and varied and mysterious. Come find out what Barbara Cessna\, Fenton’s Vets Finding Vets Coordinator\, has uncovered. \nThe 2026 Fenton History Center Lecture Series features evening lectures between April and October. This event is free and open to the public. Lectures are held in the dining room at the Gov. Reuben Fenton mansion. They are also streamed via YouTube. Donations are appreciated to support the Fenton History Center’s mission to preserve local history and provide educational opportunities. \nThank you to our sponsor: Rodgers Land Surveying.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/lecture-four-wars-four-branches-the-extraordinary-service-of-lloyd-peters/
LOCATION:Fenton History Center\, 67 Washington St\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Government & History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fenton History Center":MAILTO:info@fentonhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T140000
DTSTAMP:20260506T184836Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Beginning Genealogy Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Join the Fenton History Center and the Genealogy Support Group for the 2026 Genealogy Workshop Series. Classes will be taught in the dining room of the Gov. Reuben Fenton Mansion (67 Washington Avenue). They will begin at 10:00 a.m. and end at 2:00 p.m.\, with lunch in between. \nThis year’s series will be focused on beginning genealogy. \nSat.\, May 16\, 2026 – Beginning Genealogy\, Part I \nSat.\, July 18\, 2026 – Beginning Genealogy\, Part I \nSat.\, November 7\, 2026 – Beginning Genealogy\, Part III \nAll workshops will be presented in-person. There will not be a Zoom option\, but all classes will be recorded and available to those who paid for them. \nRegistration is $5 for members or $10 for non-members. \nFor more information\, or to register please call 716-664-6256.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/2026-beginning-genealogy-workshops/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:Fenton History Center\, 67 Washington St\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Government & History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fenton History Center":MAILTO:info@fentonhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T005536Z
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SUMMARY:Historic Tours: Lakeview Avenue
DESCRIPTION:Virtually farmland through much of the nineteenth century\, Lakeview Avenue (formerly Marvin Street) quickly became the elegant north corridor leading to the city proper. It is bordered on the north by the lovely nineteenth century Lake View Cemetery and on the south by Sixth Street. Most of Lakeview’s large and architecturally diverse homes were built through the first three decades of the twentieth century for prominent Jamestown merchants and professionals. A prestigious Lakeview Avenue address certified its owner’s stature. Cindy Rodgers will give the tour. \nParticipants will meet at Christ First UMC parking lot at 10:00 a.m. \nThe Fenton History Center conducts historic walking tours from June to August. The cost is $8 for members and $12 for non-members. Participants can pre-register online\, at the Fenton\, or by phone at 716-664-6256. There is a limit of 20 people for each tour. \nFor the first time\, we are introducing the Full Circuit History Pass\, which provides individual access to all of the Fenton Historic Walking Tours throughout the 2026 season. Each pass is valid for one person. The cost is $50 for members and $80 for non-members. \nThank you to our sponsors: Rodgers Land Surveying\, Ahlstrom Schaeffer\, and Weber Knapp
URL:https://mychq.org/event/historic-tours-lakeview-avenue-2/
LOCATION:Christ First Methodist Church\, 663 Lakeview Ave\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fenton History Center":MAILTO:info@fentonhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T120000
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SUMMARY:Historic Tours: Ladies of Lake View
DESCRIPTION:Join Janet Wahlberg and Mike Rohlin for a walk through Lake View Cemetery where you will learn about several of the women who helped to write the story of Jamestown. \nParticipants will meet outside the Lake View Cemetery office on the corner of Buffalo Street and Lakeview Avenue at 10:00 a.m. \nThe Fenton History Center conducts historic walking tours from June to August. The cost is $8 for members and $12 for non-members. Participants can pre-register online\, at the Fenton\, or by phone at 716-664-6256. There is a limit of 20 people for each tour. \nFor the first time\, we are introducing the Full Circuit History Pass\, which provides individual access to all of the Fenton Historic Walking Tours throughout the 2026 season. Each pass is valid for one person. The cost is $50 for members and $80 for non-members. \nThank you to our sponsors: Rodgers Land Surveying\, Ahlstrom Schaeffer\, and Weber Knapp
URL:https://mychq.org/event/historic-tours-ladies-of-lake-view/
LOCATION:Lake View Cemetery\, 933 Lakeview Ave\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fenton History Center":MAILTO:info@fentonhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T200000
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SUMMARY:Scoops & Liberty: Ice Cream Social @ The Fenton
DESCRIPTION:Scoops & Liberty is an ice cream social celebrating America’s 250th birthday and the 207th birthday of Gov. Reuben E. Fenton. Join us at the Gov. Reuben Fenton Mansion on Friday\, July 3\, 2026 from 6 PM to 8 PM for an evening of ice cream\, music\, speakers\, and historic fun. \nGuests are encouraged to attend in colonial costume as we gather on the eve of Independence Day to celebrate local history\, national history\, and the legacy of Jamestown’s own Reuben E. Fenton. The event is free to attend\, and donations are welcome to support the Fenton History Center’s mission to preserve local history and provide educational opportunities.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/scoops-liberty-ice-cream-social-the-fenton/
LOCATION:Fenton History Center\, 67 Washington St\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fenton History Center":MAILTO:info@fentonhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T005420Z
CREATED:20260424T005420Z
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SUMMARY:Historic Tours: Jamestown's Industrial Past
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the foundation of Jamestown’s industries on this walking tour. Beginning at the Fenton History Center and progressing through the pioneer period to the early 1900s\, and never leaving the area around Brooklyn Square. \nParticipants will meet at the Fenton History Center at 10:00 a.m. \nThe Fenton History Center conducts historic walking tours from June to August. The cost is $8 for members and $12 for non-members. Participants can pre-register online\, at the Fenton\, or by phone at 716-664-6256. There is a limit of 20 people for each tour. \nFor the first time\, we are introducing the Full Circuit History Pass\, which provides individual access to all of the Fenton Historic Walking Tours throughout the 2026 season. Each pass is valid for one person. The cost is $50 for members and $80 for non-members. \nThank you to our sponsors: Rodgers Land Surveying\, Ahlstrom Schaeffer\, and Weber Knapp
URL:https://mychq.org/event/historic-tours-jamestowns-industrial-past/
LOCATION:Fenton History Center\, 67 Washington St\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fenton History Center":MAILTO:info@fentonhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T210000
DTSTAMP:20260616T202125Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the Author: Edward T. Davis III
DESCRIPTION:The Fenton History will soon be offering for sale three volumes of local history compiled by Edward T. Davis III\, a retired family physician who practiced for many years in Jamestown.A two-volume set entitled The Early Years of Boating on Chautauqua Lake contains almost 600 pages of text\, mostly consisting of newspaper articles dating from 1826 – 1888\, the majority of which are from the Jamestown Journal\, Jamestown Daily Journal and Jamestown Evening Journal. Accompanying the articles are 280 photographs/advertisements supplied by the Fenton History Center\, the Chautauqua County Historical Society\, the Chautauqua Institution Archives\, the Davis collection of stereoviews of the Chautauqua Lake region dating from the 1870s – 1880s and several private collectors.The third volume\, entitled Life in a Chautauqua Lake Resort Community: The Early Years of Point Chautauqua\, New York\, tells the story\, again through period newspaper articles\, of the evolution of Point Chautauqua from a Baptist colony in 1875\, through the years of the Grand Hotel and ending in 1930\, as it settled into a quiet summer and year-round community. It consists of 320 pages with 250 photographs.A Meet-and-Greet will be held at the Fenton History Center June 25\, 2026 at 7:00 PM. Copies of the books may be ordered at that time.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/meet-the-author-edward-t-davis-iii/
LOCATION:Fenton History Center\, 67 Washington St\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books & Reading
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fenton History Center":MAILTO:info@fentonhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T120000
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CREATED:20260424T005346Z
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SUMMARY:Historic Tours: Jamestown's Hidden Alleys
DESCRIPTION:Tucked away from view behind respectable facades\, alleys were indispensable elements in American cities during the last half of the nineteenth century. The “impolite” realities of the industrial movement were hidden from Victorian society. Jamestown had 5 alleys – what are their stories? Learn about them on the Hidden Alleys tour. \nParticipants will meet at the Fenton History Center at 10:00 a.m. \nThe Fenton History Center conducts historic walking tours from June to August. The cost is $8 for members and $12 for non-members. Participants can pre-register online\, at the Fenton\, or by phone at 716-664-6256. There is a limit of 20 people for each tour. \nFor the first time\, we are introducing the Full Circuit History Pass\, which provides individual access to all of the Fenton Historic Walking Tours throughout the 2026 season. Each pass is valid for one person. The cost is $50 for members and $80 for non-members. \nThank you to our sponsors: Rodgers Land Surveying\, Ahlstrom Schaeffer\, and Weber Knapp
URL:https://mychq.org/event/historic-tours-jamestowns-hidden-alleys-2/
LOCATION:Fenton History Center\, 67 Washington St\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fenton History Center":MAILTO:info@fentonhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T004613Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture: Appreciating the Architecture of First Presbyterian Church at 100
DESCRIPTION:Constructed 100 years ago\, First Presbyterian Church of Jamestown reflects the growth and pride of a thriving community. Ralph Adams Cram\, the building’s architect\, was one of the early twentieth century’s most influential architects. He drew inspiration from his travels throughout Europe and from the Arts and Crafts Movement then becoming popular in the United States. This movement promoted the work of talented\, local craftsmen as opposed to mass production and industrialization. The church today\, as it did 100 years ago\, stands as a masterpiece of this movement and of the hopes and dreams of the community. \nDr. John Smagner\, an architectural historian who often attended the church as a child\, will engage listeners as he highlights the many details that make the church so special. With the support and commitment of the church community\, John wrote the successful nomination to place the church on the National Register of Historic Places. \nThe 2026 Fenton History Center Lecture Series features evening lectures between April and October. This event is free and open to the public. Lectures are held in the dining room at the Gov. Reuben Fenton mansion. They are also streamed via YouTube. Donations are appreciated to support the Fenton History Center’s mission to preserve local history and provide educational opportunities. \nThank you to our sponsor: Rodgers Land Surveying.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/lecture-appreciating-the-architecture-of-first-presbyterian-church-at-100/
LOCATION:Fenton History Center\, 67 Washington St\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Government & History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fenton History Center":MAILTO:info@fentonhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T005311Z
CREATED:20260424T005311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T005311Z
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SUMMARY:Historic Tours: Allen Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Janet Wahlberg for a tour of Allen Park where you will learn about the Allen family\, the Bandshell\, the Allen Park Women’s Club\, the swimming pool\, the ice area and much more. \nParticipants will meet at the Allen Park band shell at 10:00 a.m. \nThe Fenton History Center conducts historic walking tours from June to August. The cost is $8 for members and $12 for non-members. Participants can pre-register online\, at the Fenton\, or by phone at 716-664-6256. There is a limit of 20 people for each tour. \nFor the first time\, we are introducing the Full Circuit History Pass\, which provides individual access to all of the Fenton Historic Walking Tours throughout the 2026 season. Each pass is valid for one person. The cost is $50 for members and $80 for non-members. \nThank you to our sponsors: Rodgers Land Surveying\, Ahlstrom Schaeffer\, and Weber Knapp
URL:https://mychq.org/event/historic-tours-allen-park/
LOCATION:Allen Park\, 31 Hughes St.\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fenton History Center":MAILTO:info@fentonhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T005213Z
CREATED:20260424T005213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T005213Z
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SUMMARY:Historic Tours: Lakeview Avenue
DESCRIPTION:A Real Witch Hunt and other Ghostly Delights is a presentation in 3 parts. Part one is the adventure of three teachers at West Valley Central School from 1979-81 who explored the legend of Sophia Disch\, the legendary Witch of West Valley. Over 3 years we researched the true story of the Disch family and why Sophia\, in life and in her afterlife was considered a witch by many of the local citizens. Part 2 is a short journey through Chautauqua County and some of the unsolved stories and legends of ghosts and spirits that have haunted our villages and towns nearby and a challenge to our audience to perhaps go on their own adventure to solve these mysteries with todays modern technology. Finally\, there will be a short discussion of the role of our modern day witches here in Western New York. (i.e. The Witchy Women of the Finger Lakes). Presented by Rick DeKay\, who is a middle school teacher. \nThe 2026 Fenton History Center Lecture Series features evening lectures between April and October. This event is free and open to the public. Lectures are held in the dining room at the Gov. Reuben Fenton mansion. They are also streamed via YouTube. Donations are appreciated to support the Fenton History Center’s mission to preserve local history and provide educational opportunities. \nThank you to our sponsor: Rodgers Land Surveying.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/historic-tours-lakeview-avenue/
LOCATION:Christ First Methodist Church\, 663 Lakeview Ave\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fenton History Center":MAILTO:info@fentonhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T210000
DTSTAMP:20260326T202315Z
CREATED:20260326T202315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T202315Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture: 50th Anniversary of the King of Sweden's Visit
DESCRIPTION:King Gustaf XVI of Sweden visited Jamestown 50 years ago. Why? And where did he go? Fenton Executive Director Joni Blackman will share pictures from the day along with insights from those who were involved in the historic visit. A companion exhibit will be opened following the lecture. \nThe 2026 Fenton History Center Lecture Series features evening lectures between April and October. This event is free and open to the public. Lectures are held in the dining room at the Gov. Reuben Fenton mansion. They are also streamed via Facebook. Donations are appreciated to support the Fenton History Center’s mission to preserve local history and provide educational opportunities. \nThank you to our sponsor: Rodgers Land Surveying
URL:https://mychq.org/event/lecture-50th-anniversary-of-the-king-of-swedens-visit/
LOCATION:Fenton History Center\, 67 Washington St\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Government & History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fenton History Center":MAILTO:info@fentonhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T210000
DTSTAMP:20260326T202224Z
CREATED:20260326T202224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T202224Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture: George Washington's Connections to Chautauqua County
DESCRIPTION:Chautauqua County Historian Norman Carlson will talk about George Washington’s connections to Chautauqua County. How close did he come? Chautauqua County on maps he used and maps he drew. On the route for his most extensive military offensive in the Revolutionary War. Part of plans for national transportation improvements. Local response to his death. Incorporated into a new religion created less than 10 miles from Chautauqua County. Local people who knew him. And he did NOT sleep here. \nThe 2026 Fenton History Center Lecture Series features evening lectures between April and October. This event is free and open to the public. Lectures are held in the dining room at the Gov. Reuben Fenton mansion. They are also streamed via Facebook. Donations are appreciated to support the Fenton History Center’s mission to preserve local history and provide educational opportunities. \nThank you to our sponsor: Rodgers Land Surveying.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/lecture-george-washingtons-connections-to-chautauqua-county/
LOCATION:Fenton History Center\, 67 Washington St\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Government & History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fenton History Center":MAILTO:info@fentonhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T160000
DTSTAMP:20251220T004322Z
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SUMMARY:64th Annual Meeting @ The Fenton History Center
DESCRIPTION:The 64th Annual Meeting of the Fenton Historical Society of Jamestown\, New York is set for Sunday\, January 25\, 2026 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. All are welcome to attend\, but only current dues-paying members are eligible to participate and vote in elections for Trustees and Board Officers. Refreshments will be available for all attendees. \nAgenda TBD
URL:https://mychq.org/event/64th-annual-meeting-the-fenton-history-center/
LOCATION:Fenton History Center\, 67 Washington St\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Government & History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fenton History Center":MAILTO:info@fentonhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T160000
DTSTAMP:20251220T004236Z
CREATED:20251220T004236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T004236Z
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SUMMARY:Doors Open Jamestown 2026 @ The Fenton
DESCRIPTION:Come visit the historic Gov. Reuben Fenton Mansion at 67 Washington St.\, Jamestown\, NY 14701 for Open Doors Jamestown on Saturday\, January 24\, 2025. Tickets are limited\, so reserve yours today on our website or give us a call at 716-664-6256.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/doors-open-jamestown-2026-the-fenton/
LOCATION:Fenton History Center\, 67 Washington St\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Government & History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fenton History Center":MAILTO:info@fentonhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T220000
DTSTAMP:20251220T004105Z
CREATED:20251220T004105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T004105Z
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SUMMARY:13th Annual Library Lock-In
DESCRIPTION:Discover your family’s roots into the evening hours on January 10\, 2026 with the help of the Fenton History Center’s skilled and knowledgeable research center staff and volunteers. No prior research experience is required to attend this event. Advanced researchers will enjoy eleven hours of uninterrupted research. Enjoy a day/evening of discoveries\, food\, and prizes at the Hall House for an excellent cause! \nLibrary Lock-In: Saturday\, January 10\, 2026 from 12 PM to 10 PM. Cost is $30. Come to the Fenton or call (716) 664-6256 to register. All registration deposits are to be allocated to the preservation and necessary upkeep of the research library. \nIf you are unable to attend the Library Lock-in to but are still interested in contributing to the preservation and necessary upkeep of the research library\, please donate on our website. A lot goes into the preservation of the white\, four-pillared\, Greek revival home that was originally constructed for William Hall in 1846\, its library\, and its surrounding property at the corner of Washington Street and Forest Avenue.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/13th-annual-library-lock-in/
LOCATION:Fenton History Center\, 67 Washington St\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Government & History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fenton History Center":MAILTO:info@fentonhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T200000
DTSTAMP:20241212T214110Z
CREATED:20241212T214110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T214110Z
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SUMMARY:Genealogy Support Group: Research Night
DESCRIPTION:The Genealogy Support Group’s Hall House Research Center is open for one evening each month as extended research hours from our typical 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. hours. \nThe Fenton Genealogy Support Group serves as a support to both experienced and amateur researchers by acting as an educational offering our members. \nMeetings feature invaluable lectures\, discussions and are an excellent way to become familiar with the Fenton History Center’s impressive collection of resources.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/genealogy-support-group-research-night-2/2025-12-17/
LOCATION:Fenton History Center\, 67 Washington St\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fenton History Center":MAILTO:info@fentonhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T180000
DTSTAMP:20251125T185815Z
CREATED:20251125T185815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T185815Z
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SUMMARY:Sensory Sensitive Santa
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, December 13\, 2025\, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.\, the Fenton History Center will be hosting a “sensory-friendly” Santa Claus at the Fenton Mansion. \nJoin us for an exclusive event tailored for children and families who may find traditional Santa Claus encounters overwhelming. Our Santa is well-versed in working with individuals with disabilities\, and we’ve created a peaceful and festive atmosphere that caters to everyone. \nParents or caregivers are required to accompany children\, and the event is open to all community members free of charge. At the Fenton\, we are dedicated to ensuring that all our visitors have a safe\, enriching\, and delightful experience. Join us for a heartwarming holiday celebration! \nThere will be refreshments and a gift for all children! \nFor more information about the event\, or to request any special accommodations\, please contact the Fenton History Center by calling (716)-664-6256. \nThank you to our sponsor: Media One Group / WJTN
URL:https://mychq.org/event/sensory-sensitive-santa/
LOCATION:Fenton History Center\, 67 Washington St\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kids & Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fenton History Center":MAILTO:info@fentonhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T120000
DTSTAMP:20250504T034822Z
CREATED:20250504T034822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T034822Z
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SUMMARY:Vets Finding Vets Fenton Canteen
DESCRIPTION:Veterans of all ages are invited to drop in for coffee on the second Saturday of each month from 10 AM to 12 PM for Fenton Canteen at the Fenton History Center at 67 Washington Street\, Jamestown\, New York. This location is handicap accessible\, and service dogs are welcome. The mission of the Fenton Canteen is to provide an opportunity to establish camaraderie among veterans of all ages. For more information\, call us at 716-664-6256 or email Barb Cessna at veterans@fentonhistorycenter.org
URL:https://mychq.org/event/vets-finding-vets-fenton-canteen/2025-12-13/
LOCATION:Fenton History Center\, 67 Washington St\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Veterans
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fenton History Center":MAILTO:info@fentonhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T160000
DTSTAMP:20251125T185721Z
CREATED:20251125T185721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T185721Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrations of Winter: 2025 Fenton Holiday Exhibit Opening
DESCRIPTION:The Fenton’s holiday exhibit\, Celebrations of Winter: See How Jamestown Bundles Up\, Plays\, and Enjoys Winter\, opens this Saturday\, November 29\, 2025! \nThe exhibit will open until Saturday\, January 10\, 2026. \nCome visit the Fenton during regular hours to see the mansion decorated for the holidays!
URL:https://mychq.org/event/celebrations-of-winter-2025-fenton-holiday-exhibit-opening/
LOCATION:Fenton History Center\, 67 Washington St\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Antiques
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fenton History Center":MAILTO:info@fentonhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T123000
DTSTAMP:20250320T153651Z
CREATED:20250320T153651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T153651Z
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SUMMARY:Genealogy Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Join the Fenton History Center and the Genealogy Support Group for the 2025 Genealogy Workshop Series. Classes will be taught at the Hall House Research Center (73 Forest Avenue). They will begin at 10:30 a.m. and run about an hour\, but registrants are welcome to stay until 12:30 p.m. to implement what they learned in our research library. \nFebruary 1\, 2025 – DNA (presented by Andrew Kolstee)March 22\, 2025 – Vital Records (presented by Janet Wahlberg)May 17\, 2025 – Newspapers (presented by Andrew Kolstee)July 26\, 2025 – Military Research (presented by Barb Cessna)September 13\, 2025 – Swedish Research (presented by Janet Wahlberg)November 15\, 2025 – Italian Research (presented by Andrew Kolstee)All workshops will be presented in-person. There will not be a Zoom option\, but all classes will be recorded and available to those who paid for them. \nRegistration is $20 per class or $100 for all six classes for non-members\, and $10 per class or $50 for all six classes for Fenton History Center members. \nFor more information\, or to register please call 716-664-6256.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/genealogy-workshops/2025-11-15/
LOCATION:Fenton History Center\, 67 Washington St\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups & Clubs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fenton History Center":MAILTO:info@fentonhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T160000
DTSTAMP:20251023T151431Z
CREATED:20251023T151431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T151431Z
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SUMMARY:Fenton Holiday Craft Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our 6th annual craft fair! \nStep into the past and visit the historic Fenton Mansion where we will have numerous vendors throughout for a unique shopping experience!
URL:https://mychq.org/event/fenton-holiday-craft-fair/
LOCATION:Fenton History Center\, 67 Washington St\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Markets & Yard Sales
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fenton History Center":MAILTO:info@fentonhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T223000
DTSTAMP:20250811T160721Z
CREATED:20250811T160721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T160721Z
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SUMMARY:Mausoleum Tours - 2025 Saints and Sinners Cemetery Tours
DESCRIPTION:This guided behind-the-scenes tour of several of the elegant mausoleums and grave-sites in the Lake View Cemetery in Jamestown\, New York\, is almost as popular as the annual Saints and Sinners tour. The Lake View Cemetery\, established in 1859\, comes alive as costumed actors tell spirited tales of the individuals and their families who are laid to rest in the grave-sites and mausoleums to be featured. Guests are served light refreshments directly after the tour. \nThis year’s mausoleum tours are held on Sunday\, October 12\, 2025 and there are several time slots. Tours leave every half hour. Tickets often sell quickly\, so please visit www.fentonhistorycenter.org to get your tickets online (they will be sent via email) or call the Fenton at (716) 664-6256 and we can process ticket sales over the phone. Tickets are $20 for members and $25 for non-members. There is no reserving tickets and payment is required in order for you to reserve your spots. These tours will be held rain or shine. This is a fundraiser and no refunds will be issued unless the event is cancelled.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/mausoleum-tours-2025-saints-and-sinners-cemetery-tours/
LOCATION:Lake View Cemetery\, 933 Lakeview Ave\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fenton History Center":MAILTO:info@fentonhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T210000
DTSTAMP:20250811T160859Z
CREATED:20250811T160437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T160859Z
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SUMMARY:Walking Tours - 2025 Saints and Sinners Cemetery Tours
DESCRIPTION:The 20th Annual Saints and Sinners Walking Tours at Lake View Cemetery of Jamestown\, New York are historically informative and are an excellent way to get in the spirit for All Hallows Eve. Explore the cemetery while your guide uncovers some of the over 43\,000 personal stories that are hidden within the cemetery. These tours change yearly; no two tours will ever be the same. Returning guests would agree that our costumed actors are what make this experience the total package. \nThis year’s walking tours are October 4 and 11 and there are several time slots. Tours leave every 20 minutes. Tickets often sell quickly\, so please visit www.fentonhistorycenter.org to get your tickets online (they will be sent via email) or call the Fenton at (716) 664-6256 and we can process ticket sales over the phone. Pre-Sale tickets to this event are $10 for members\, $15 for non-members\, and $2 for under 18. Tickets at gate are $12 for members and $17 for non-members. There is no reserving tickets and payment is required in order for you to reserve your spots. These tours will be held rain or shine. This is a fundraiser and no refunds will be issued unless the event is cancelled.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/walking-tours-2025-saints-and-sinners-cemetery-tours/2025-10-11/
LOCATION:Lake View Cemetery\, 933 Lakeview Ave\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fenton History Center":MAILTO:info@fentonhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T210000
DTSTAMP:20250811T160324Z
CREATED:20250811T160324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T160324Z
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SUMMARY:Carriage Tours - 2025 Saints & Sinners Cemetery Tours
DESCRIPTION:Come take a ride through the Lake View Cemetery of Jamestown\, New York and hear the tales of some of Jamestown’s early inhabitants. This tour is historically informative and an excellent way to get in the spirit for All Hallows Eve. Travel by horse-drawn carriage and uncover some of the over 43\,000 personal stories hidden within the cemetery. This tour changes year by year; no two tours will ever be the same. Returning guests would agree that the costumed actors who guide this tour make this experience the total package. \nThis year’s carriage tours are October 4 and 11 and there are several time slots. Tours leave every hour. Tickets often sell quickly\, so please visit www.fentonhistorycenter.org to get your tickets online (they will be sent via email) or call the Fenton at (716) 664-6256 and we can process ticket sales over the phone. All tickets are $25 each. There is no reserving tickets and payment is required in order for you to reserve your spots. These tours will be held rain or shine. This is a fundraiser and no refunds will be issued unless the event is cancelled.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/carriage-tours-2025-saints-sinners-cemetery-tours/2025-10-11/
LOCATION:Lake View Cemetery\, 933 Lakeview Ave\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fenton History Center":MAILTO:info@fentonhistorycenter.org
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