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An important part of our mission at the
Yates
County
History Center is to inform the public about the history of
Yates County
through museum exhibits and hands-on programs.
Fund raisers are held throughout the year that are educational, fun and supportive of the
Center's programs. To register or for more information regarding an event, please call 315.536.7318.
All of our programs are open to members and the general public. Check
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Saturday, September 14
11:00 a.m.
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The Devil Hath Been Raised Amongt Us: Causes and Effects of the Salem Witch Trials
Yates County History Center Executive Director Tricia Noel will speak about the Salem Witch Trials. The presentation will take place in the basement of the Methodist Church,166 Main Street, Penn Yan. Admission costs $10 for members and $15 for nonmembers. Registration in advance is not required, but is welcome. Checks and cash can be used to pay in advance or at the door. |
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Monday, September 23
9:00 a.m registration
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First Annual Golf Tournament
Lakeside Country Club, 145 SR 54, Penn Yan
Tee Up For History Golf Tournament begins with registration at 9 a.m. and a shotgun start at 10 a.m. YCHC is seeking sponsors to support a portion of the tournament as well as players to enter a team.
Sponsorship levels range as follows, with various benefits based on each level: $100 individual/non-business sponsor; $150 tee and green sponsor; $500 food sponsor; $1,000 cart sponsor; and $2,000 title sponsor. A foursome costs $500 and includes food, 18 holes of golf with cart, on-course contests, and player gifts.
A Sponsorship Agreement can be submitted by August 1 and September 1 is the deadline for participation. For more information on sponsoring the golf tournament or entering a foursome to participate, please call (315) 536-7318 or emailĀ ycghs@yatespast.org. |
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YCHC events held virtually may be enjoyed on our Vimeo Channel.
The following list of lectures, interviews and portrayals are available: |
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Interviews
Phyllis Smith
Milly Bloomquist
Maxine Fullagar
Marge Cornell
Marcia Dugan
Ellen Salisbury
Doris Scherer
Corrie Stork
Carlotta Kirk Coriser
Ann Potter Boyd |
Portrayals
Julie Sheppard
Susannah Clara Hatmaker
Myron Hamlin
Frankie Merson
John Thomas |
Lectures
Free From the Fear
Veterans of Yates County
Outdoor Cooking, Part 1
Outdoor Cooking, Part 2
Immigrants Who Got the Job Done: Foreign Fighters in the
American Revolution
Historic
Mourning Customs
Colonial Crafts-Candle Dipping
Make Your Own Holiday Wreath
Colonial Crafts-Chair Caning
The Art of Canning Peaches |
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Open Tuesday - Friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
107 Chapel Street, Penn Yan, NY 14527
Phone 315.536.7318 | Fax 315.536.0976
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Wednesday, August 21, 2024
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A community museum where every story matters! |
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