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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
out what's going on at the History Center! |
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Scherer Carriage House Reopening
We are excited to announce the reopening of our permanent Public Universal Friend exhibit, following its temporary closure for the expansion of museum space. On February 11 the exhibit became available to explore once again, offering visitors a deeper insight into this unique and historically significant figure. |
Thursday, February 5
11:00 a.m.
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Throwback Thursday - Stone Ruins Mystery
L. Caroline Underwood Museum, 107 Chapel Street, Penn Yan
Free program and registration is not required.
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Thursday, February 12
11:00 a.m. |
Throwback Thursday - Native American Life and Customs
L. Caroline Underwood Museum, 107 Chapel Street, Penn Yan
Free program and registration is not required. |
Thursday, February 19
11:00 a.m. |
Throwback Thursday - Exploring the Burned-Over District and its Reforming Zeal
L. Caroline Underwood Museum, 107 Chapel Street, Penn Yan
Free program and registration is not required. |
Thursday, February 26
11:00 a.m. |
Throwback Thursday - Crystal Springs and the Lost Resort
L. Caroline Underwood Museum, 107 Chapel Street, Penn Yan
Free program and registration is not required. |
Thursday, March 5
11:00 a.m.
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Genealogy Workshop - Pennsylvania Dutch/Anabaptist Genealogy
L. Caroline Underwood Museum, 107 Chapel Street, Penn Yan
One genealogy workshop is $25 or attend all four for $75.
Register in advance by calling 315-536-7318 |
Thursday, March 12
11:00 a.m. |
Genealogy Workshop - Questions to Ask to Start Your Family History
L. Caroline Underwood Museum, 107 Chapel Street, Penn Yan
One genealogy workshop is $25 or attend all four for $75.
Register in advance by calling 315-536-7318 |
Thursday, March 19
11:00 a.m. |
Genealogy Workshop - How to Preserve Your Family History and Date Your Photographs
L. Caroline Underwood Museum, 107 Chapel Street, Penn Yan
One genealogy workshop is $25 or attend all four for $75.
Register in advance by calling 315-536-7318 |
Thursday, March 26
11:00 a.m. |
Genealogy Workshop - How to Care for Tombstones
L. Caroline Underwood Museum, 107 Chapel Street, Penn Yan
One genealogy workshop is $25 or attend all four for $75.
Register in advance by calling 315-536-7318 |
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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
315.536.7318 | Email YCHC | Email Webmaster
Wednesday, January 7, 2026
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2025
A community museum where every story matters! |
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