GCV&M’s OFFICIAL 50th Anniversary!
2026-05-22 10:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY, 14511, United States
We’ll be open until 8 p.m. and tickets are $5 for all visitors (free for members!). In celebration of our anniversary, the first 250 evening visitors will receive a piece of cake from the D.B. Munger Confectionery (must obtain cake voucher from Admissions). This will be the first in our series of extended evening hours this season. A dozen buildings in the Historic Village will be open, along with the Flint Hill Store, John L. Wehle Gallery, and the Genesee Country Nature Center and trails. Learn from costumed interpreters and tour spaces and buildings representing home, civic, social, economic, farm, and religious life throughout the 1800s.
GUIDED TOURS (ticket required)
5:30 – 7 p.m. | “Upstairs Downstairs” After-Hours Tours
Museum experts provide special access to upstairs, downstairs, and behind barriers throughout the Historic Village, providing guests with an experience above and beyond the day-to-day offerings (separate ticket required).
GUIDED TOURS (included with Admission)
5 p.m. | Spring Tonics Walk & Talk
MEET AT THE VILLAGE SQUARE STAGE
This hour-long tour walks through our gardens showcasing how spring tonics were – and are – the first relief from having a limited diet through the winter.
TIMED ACTIVITIES
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Thomson’s Tavern front lawn
Try historic games (stilts, graces, hoop and stick, etc.)
Starting at 3:30 | Admissions Booth
In celebration of our anniversary, the first 250 visitors that evening will receive a piece of cake! Cake coupons will be distributed from the Admissions booth starting at 3:30 p.m.
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. | Anniversary Cake!
Redeem your cake coupon at the Whistlestop and join us in saying “Happy Anniversary!”
5:30 p.m. & 7 p.m. | Flint Hill Dancers
Head to the Village Square to see 19th-century dances and then join in with the Flint Hill Dancers. Each movement is called step-by-step.
6 – 8 p.m. | Dark Horse Run
Tap your toes to the lively music of an evening musical performance from Dark Horse Run.
19TH-CENTURY HISTORIC VILLAGE
Explore, see, and experience our Historic Village. We invite you to tour spaces and buildings representing home, civic, social, economic, farm, and religious life throughout the 1800s.
Be sure to visit Nathaniel Rochester House (#12), open every day, to delve into the real and often untold history of enslavement and freedom in the Genesee Country.
Stop by Thomson’s Tavern to try historic games (stilts, graces, hoop and stick, etc.) on the front lawn.
HISTORIC TRADESHOPS
Visit and talk with our trades folks who both practice and preserve timeless skills.
AGRICULTURE & GARDENS
A variety of heritage animal breeds can be found throughout the Village at the Hetchler House & Early Settlement Farm (#6), the Livery Barn (#11), and Jones Farm (#14).
Make sure to explore historic gardens throughout the Village, flourishing with both food and flowers! Animals and plants are for viewing only – please don’t feed, trample, touch, or pick.
JOHN L. WEHLE GALLERY
Home to one of the finest collections of sporting and wildlife art in America, and the dazzling Bruce & Susan Greene Costume Collection!
Don’t miss the three featured exhibits currently on display.

An Extraordinary Attraction: 50 Years of History, Art, and Nature
Color Me Calico
Perceived Realities: Wildlife, Land, & Myth.

GENESEE COUNTRY NATURE CENTER
Visit with a naturalist and explore a variety of habitats on six trails ranging from .3 to 1.6 miles. Help us find 50 birds for our 50 years! Grab your own checklist at the Nature Center and report back your finds for our wall of birds.
Genesee Vally Wood Carvers share their knowledge about carving birds and discuss how they created the appropriate environment for the bird species.
SHOP
Flint Hill Store
Buy goods handcrafted in the Historic Village, Museum apparel, historic toys, treats, and more!
EAT
The Depot Restaurant
Grab a burger and fries, ice cream specialties, salads, wraps. Don’t miss out on the Smoked Meatloaf Plate dinner special.
Freight House Pub
Light snacks, draft beer, cider, wine, bottled soda.
D.B. Munger Confectionery
Satisfy your sweet tooth with a variety of historic cookies, cakes and hand pies.
All information is subject to change.

Tastes of History: Kitchen Tour (Members Only Event)
2026-05-22 11:00 - 12:00
Step into the heart of the 19th-century home! Join Michele Crew, our Manager of Foodways and Village Life, for a delicious journey through our historic kitchens, where you’ll learn how meals were prepared and what was on the menu back in the day. Sample some tasty treats and discover the stories behind the recipes.

Upstairs Downstairs After-Hours Tours
2026-05-23 08:00 - 17:00
Our popular Upstairs/Downstairs tours are back! Museum experts provide special access to upstairs, downstairs, and behind barriers, providing guests with an experience above and beyond the day-to-day offerings within the Historic Village. These exclusive tours will emphasize room use and will illuminate the daily experiences of our buildings’ former inhabitants.

Summer General Admission
2026-05-23 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-24 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-30 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-31 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-06 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-07 10:00 - 16:00
GUIDED TOURS (included with Admission)
11 a.m. | Meet the Animals
MEET AT THE EARLY SETTLEMENT FARM (#6)
Join our historical farmer for a tour of our farmyard friends.
1 p.m. | Toward Freedom & Fairness Tour
MEET AT THE TOLL HOUSE (#1)
Learn about the complicated history of enslavement and freedom in the Genesee Valley on this hour-long, guided tour.
2 p.m. | My Favorite Things
MEET AT THE TOLL HOUSE (#1)
Take a guided tour highlighting our favorite staff picks!
19TH-CENTURY HISTORIC VILLAGE
Explore, see, and experience our Historic Village. We invite you to tour spaces and buildings representing home, civic, social, economic, farm, and religious life throughout the 1800s.
Be sure to visit Nathaniel Rochester House (#12), open every day, to delve into the real and often untold history of enslavement and freedom in the Genesee Country.
HISTORIC TRADESHOPS
Visit and talk with our trades folks who both practice and preserve timeless skills.
AGRICULTURE & GARDENS
A variety of heritage animal breeds can be found throughout the Village at the Hetchler House & Early Settlement Farm (#6), the Livery Barn (#11), and Jones Farm (#14).
Make sure to explore historic gardens throughout the Village, flourishing with both food and flowers! Animals and plants are for viewing only – please don’t feed, trample, touch, or pick.
JOHN L. WEHLE GALLERY
Home to one of the finest collections of sporting and wildlife art in America, and the dazzling Bruce & Susan Greene Costume Collection!
Don’t miss the three featured exhibits currently on display.

An Extraordinary Attraction: 50 Years of History, Art, and Nature
Color Me Calico
Perceived Realities: Wildlife, Land, & Myth.

GENESEE COUNTRY NATURE CENTER
Explore a variety of habitats on six trails ranging from .3 to 1.6 miles.
SHOP
Flint Hill Store: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Buy goods handcrafted in the Historic Village, Museum apparel, historic toys, treats, and more!
EAT
The Depot Restaurant: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. (grill closes at 3 p.m.)
Grab a burger and fries, ice cream specialties, salads, wraps
All information is subject to change.

Printmaking Workshop
2026-05-23 10:00 - 16:00
Until photographic processes were introduced during the last decade of the 19th Century, illustrations were printed from copper or wood engravings. In this workshop, participants will gain understanding of the process of carving and printing a simple design. To help ensure success for inexperienced engravers, the workshop will substitute linoleum for wood. Each student will engrave their own design. The workshop will conclude with the printing of 5 – 10 cards of that image using the proofing press in the HV Print Office that students will take home.
Space is limited – reserve your spot today!
Location: Town Hall and Print Shop

MacKay Luncheon
2026-05-23 12:00 - 14:00
Join us for an enchanting afternoon luncheon offering! Set in the picturesque MacKay Home right in the heart of the Village square, we invite you to join us for a delightful experience filled with relaxation and laughter.
Savor a delectable summer-themed menu that celebrates the vibrant flavors of the season, all while being pampered in an elegant, inviting atmosphere. After your meal, listen as Jill Johnson, Manager of Collections, discusses entertaining tales of the MacKay children and their adventures.
There will be a maximum of five people seated at each table. If you would like to sit with a friend but purchased tickets separately, please email programregistrar@gcv.org with the purchaser’s names and number of people to be seated together.
Due to the historic nature of this program, dietary requests and restrictions cannot be met. Thank you for your understanding.
Bill of Fare:

Chilled Gazpacho
Pastry-wrapped Brie with Apricots & Almonds
Strawberry Chicken Spring Salad
Rolls & Honey Butter
Lemon Tarts

Tickets are no longer available for this date – join us on Sunday, May 24 or in August!

MacKay Luncheon
2026-05-24 12:00 - 14:00
Join us for an enchanting afternoon luncheon offering! Set in the picturesque MacKay Home right in the heart of the Village square, we invite you to join us for a delightful experience filled with relaxation and laughter.
Savor a delectable summer-themed menu that celebrates the vibrant flavors of the season, all while being pampered in an elegant, inviting atmosphere. After your meal, listen as Jill Johnson, Manager of Collections, discusses entertaining tales of the MacKay children and their adventures.
There will be a maximum of five people seated at each table. If you would like to sit with a friend but purchased tickets separately, please email programregistrar@gcv.org with the purchaser’s names and number of people to be seated together.
Due to the historic nature of this program, dietary requests and restrictions cannot be met. Thank you for your understanding.
Bill of Fare:

Chilled Gazpacho
Pastry-wrapped Brie with Apricots & Almonds
Strawberry Chicken Spring Salad
Rolls & Honey Butter
Lemon Tarts

Tickets are no longer available for this date – join us again in August!

Summer General Admission
2026-05-27 10:00 - 16:00
19TH-CENTURY HISTORIC VILLAGE
Explore, see, and experience our Historic Village. We invite you to tour spaces and buildings representing home, civic, social, economic, farm, and religious life throughout the 1800s.
Be sure to visit Nathaniel Rochester House (#12), open every day, to delve into the real and often untold history of enslavement and freedom in the Genesee Country.
HISTORIC TRADESHOPS
Visit and talk with our trades folks who both practice and preserve timeless skills.
AGRICULTURE & GARDENS
A variety of heritage animal breeds can be found throughout the Village at the Hetchler House & Early Settlement Farm (#6), the Livery Barn (#11), and Jones Farm (#14).
Make sure to explore historic gardens throughout the Village, flourishing with both food and flowers! Animals and plants are for viewing only – please don’t feed, trample, touch, or pick.
JOHN L. WEHLE GALLERY
Home to one of the finest collections of sporting and wildlife art in America, and the dazzling Bruce & Susan Greene Costume Collection!
Don’t miss the three featured exhibits currently on display.

An Extraordinary Attraction: 50 Years of History, Art, and Nature
Color Me Calico
Perceived Realities: Wildlife, Land, & Myth.

GENESEE COUNTRY NATURE CENTER
Explore a variety of habitats on six trails ranging from .3 to 1.6 miles.
SHOP
Flint Hill Store: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Buy goods handcrafted in the Historic Village, Museum apparel, historic toys, treats, and more!
EAT
The Depot Restaurant: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. (grill closes at 3 p.m.)
Grab a burger and fries, ice cream specialties, salads, wraps
All information is subject to change.

Summer General Admission
2026-05-28 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-04 10:00 - 16:00
GUIDED TOURS (included with Admission)
11 a.m. | Meet the Animals
MEET AT THE EARLY SETTLEMENT FARM (#6)
Join our historical farmer for a tour of our farmyard friends.
19TH-CENTURY HISTORIC VILLAGE
Explore, see, and experience our Historic Village. We invite you to tour spaces and buildings representing home, civic, social, economic, farm, and religious life throughout the 1800s.
Be sure to visit Nathaniel Rochester House (#12), open every day, to delve into the real and often untold history of enslavement and freedom in the Genesee Country.
HISTORIC TRADESHOPS
Visit and talk with our trades folks who both practice and preserve timeless skills.
AGRICULTURE & GARDENS
A variety of heritage animal breeds can be found throughout the Village at the Hetchler House & Early Settlement Farm (#6), the Livery Barn (#11), and Jones Farm (#14).
Make sure to explore historic gardens throughout the Village, flourishing with both food and flowers! Animals and plants are for viewing only – please don’t feed, trample, touch, or pick.
JOHN L. WEHLE GALLERY
Home to one of the finest collections of sporting and wildlife art in America, and the dazzling Bruce & Susan Greene Costume Collection!
Don’t miss the three featured exhibits currently on display.

An Extraordinary Attraction: 50 Years of History, Art, and Nature
Color Me Calico
Perceived Realities: Wildlife, Land, & Myth.

GENESEE COUNTRY NATURE CENTER
Explore a variety of habitats on six trails ranging from .3 to 1.6 miles.
SHOP
Flint Hill Store: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Buy goods handcrafted in the Historic Village, Museum apparel, historic toys, treats, and more!
EAT
The Depot Restaurant: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. (grill closes at 3 p.m.)
Grab a burger and fries, ice cream specialties, salads, wraps
All information is subject to change.

Summer General Admission
2026-05-29 10:00 - 15:00
GUIDED TOURS (included with Admission)
11 a.m. | Meet the Animals
MEET AT THE EARLY SETTLEMENT FARM (#6)
Join our historical farmer for a tour of our farmyard friends.
19TH-CENTURY HISTORIC VILLAGE
Explore, see, and experience our Historic Village. We invite you to tour spaces and buildings representing home, civic, social, economic, farm, and religious life throughout the 1800s.
Be sure to visit Nathaniel Rochester House (#12), open every day, to delve into the real and often untold history of enslavement and freedom in the Genesee Country.
HISTORIC TRADESHOPS
Visit and talk with our trades folks who both practice and preserve timeless skills.
AGRICULTURE & GARDENS
A variety of heritage animal breeds can be found throughout the Village at the Hetchler House & Early Settlement Farm (#6), the Livery Barn (#11), and Jones Farm (#14).
Make sure to explore historic gardens throughout the Village, flourishing with both food and flowers! Animals and plants are for viewing only – please don’t feed, trample, touch, or pick.
JOHN L. WEHLE GALLERY
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Home to one of the finest collections of sporting and wildlife art in America, and the dazzling Bruce & Susan Greene Costume Collection!
Don’t miss the three featured exhibits currently on display.

An Extraordinary Attraction: 50 Years of History, Art, & Nature
Color Me Calico
Perceived Realities: Wildlife, Land, & Myth.

GENESEE COUNTRY NATURE CENTER
Explore a variety of habitats on six trails ranging from .3 to 1.6 miles.
SHOP
Flint Hill Store: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Buy goods handcrafted in the Historic Village, Museum apparel, historic toys, treats, and more!
EAT
The Depot Restaurant: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. (grill closes at 2 p.m.)
Grab a burger and fries, ice cream specialties, salads, wraps
All information is subject to change.

History on Tap
2026-05-29 17:30 - 20:30
Sample local craft beers, wines, and ciders including GCV&M’s own historical brews! Live music, food, and after-hours access to the Museum all make for a fun and unique night out with friends.
Visit the Event Page for Full Details
Tickets are now available at the door only until 7:30 p.m.
Sponsored by

Trees "Walk & Talk"
2026-05-30 10:00 - 11:00
Join long-time historic gardener Jim Dell for an hour of arbor talk – from tree identification to pruning and care. (There will be more – Jim is tallying the number of tree species on site!)

Summer General Admission
2026-05-30 10:00 - 16:00
GUIDED TOURS (ticket required))
10 a.m. | Trees “Walk & Talk”
Join long-time historic gardener Jim Dell for an hour of arbor talk – from tree identification to pruning and care. (There will be more – Jim is tallying the number of tree species on site!).
GUIDED TOURS (included with Admission)
11 a.m. | Meet the Animals
MEET AT THE EARLY SETTLEMENT FARM (#6)
Join our historical farmer for a tour of our farmyard friends.
1 p.m. | Toward Freedom & Fairness Tour
MEET AT THE TOLL HOUSE (#1)
Learn about the complicated history of enslavement and freedom in the Genesee Valley on this hour-long, guided tour.
2 p.m. | My Favorite Things
MEET AT THE TOLL HOUSE (#1)
Take a guided tour highlighting our favorite staff picks!
19TH-CENTURY HISTORIC VILLAGE
Explore, see, and experience our Historic Village. We invite you to tour spaces and buildings representing home, civic, social, economic, farm, and religious life throughout the 1800s.
Be sure to visit Nathaniel Rochester House (#12), open every day, to delve into the real and often untold history of enslavement and freedom in the Genesee Country.
HISTORIC TRADESHOPS
Visit and talk with our trades folks who both practice and preserve timeless skills.
AGRICULTURE & GARDENS
A variety of heritage animal breeds can be found throughout the Village at the Hetchler House & Early Settlement Farm (#6), the Livery Barn (#11), and Jones Farm (#14).
Make sure to explore historic gardens throughout the Village, flourishing with both food and flowers! Animals and plants are for viewing only – please don’t feed, trample, touch, or pick.
JOHN L. WEHLE GALLERY
1 p.m. | Fun WNY History
Jack Kowiak will tell us the stories of local people from the late 19th and early 20th century who became famous in some unusual ways.
Home to one of the finest collections of sporting and wildlife art in America, and the dazzling Bruce & Susan Greene Costume Collection!
Don’t miss the three featured exhibits currently on display.

An Extraordinary Attraction: 50 Years of History, Art, and Nature
Color Me Calico
Perceived Realities: Wildlife, Land, & Myth.

GENESEE COUNTRY NATURE CENTER
Explore a variety of habitats on six trails ranging from .3 to 1.6 miles.
SHOP
Flint Hill Store: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Buy goods handcrafted in the Historic Village, Museum apparel, historic toys, treats, and more!
EAT
The Depot Restaurant: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. (grill closes at 3 p.m.)
Grab a burger and fries, ice cream specialties, salads, wraps
All information is subject to change.

Cutting, Conditioning and Arranging Spring Flowers Workshop
2026-05-30 14:30 - 16:00
Spring flowers are more tender than those cut later in the season and require additional care and know-how for long-lasting arrangements. In this hands-on workshop, you will learn the tricks of the trade from seasoned historic gardener, Emily Conable. At the end of the workshop, you will take home your own beautiful arrangement.
Ticket includes Museum Admission, so come early to enjoy the Village, Nature Center.

Summer General Admission
2026-05-31 10:00 - 16:00
MENS VINTAGE BASEBALL GAME (included with Admission)
12 p.m. – Expo Game
GUIDED TOURS (included with Admission)
11 a.m. | Meet the Animals
MEET AT THE EARLY SETTLEMENT FARM (#6)
Join our historical farmer for a tour of our farmyard friends.
1 p.m. | Toward Freedom & Fairness Tour
MEET AT THE TOLL HOUSE (#1)
Learn about the complicated history of enslavement and freedom in the Genesee Valley on this hour-long, guided tour.
2 p.m. | My Favorite Things
MEET AT THE TOLL HOUSE (#1)
Take a guided tour highlighting our favorite staff picks!
19TH-CENTURY HISTORIC VILLAGE
Explore, see, and experience our Historic Village. We invite you to tour spaces and buildings representing home, civic, social, economic, farm, and religious life throughout the 1800s.
Be sure to visit Nathaniel Rochester House (#12), open every day, to delve into the real and often untold history of enslavement and freedom in the Genesee Country.
HISTORIC TRADESHOPS
Visit and talk with our trades folks who both practice and preserve timeless skills.
AGRICULTURE & GARDENS
A variety of heritage animal breeds can be found throughout the Village at the Hetchler House & Early Settlement Farm (#6), the Livery Barn (#11), and Jones Farm (#14).
Make sure to explore historic gardens throughout the Village, flourishing with both food and flowers! Animals and plants are for viewing only – please don’t feed, trample, touch, or pick.
JOHN L. WEHLE GALLERY
Home to one of the finest collections of sporting and wildlife art in America, and the dazzling Bruce & Susan Greene Costume Collection!
Don’t miss the three featured exhibits currently on display.

An Extraordinary Attraction: 50 Years of History, Art, and Nature
Color Me Calico
Perceived Realities: Wildlife, Land, & Myth.

GENESEE COUNTRY NATURE CENTER
Explore a variety of habitats on six trails ranging from .3 to 1.6 miles.
SHOP
Flint Hill Store: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Buy goods handcrafted in the Historic Village, Museum apparel, historic toys, treats, and more!
EAT
The Depot Restaurant: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. (grill closes at 3 p.m.)
Grab a burger and fries, ice cream specialties, salads, wraps
All information is subject to change.

Men's Vintage Base Ball Games
2026-05-31 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-07 11:00 - 15:00
We offer one of the nation’s most comprehensive 19th-century base ball programs, including games most Sundays May – October and the National Silver Ball Tournament mid-summer! Each season the Museum’s vintage base ball teams unpack their woolen uniforms, brown balls, and double-knobbed bats to play in Silver Base Ball Park, the first and finest replica 19th-century base ball park in the country.
Base ball games are included with the cost of general Museum admission. Don’t forget, admission is always FREE for Museum Members!

Summer General Admission
2026-06-03 10:00 - 16:00
GUIDED TOURS (included with Admission)
2 p.m. | Trolley Tour
MEET AT THE CARRIAGE BARN TROLLEY STOP
Take a guided tour highlighting historic trades from the comfort of our trolley.
19TH-CENTURY HISTORIC VILLAGE
Explore, see, and experience our Historic Village. We invite you to tour spaces and buildings representing home, civic, social, economic, farm, and religious life throughout the 1800s.
Be sure to visit Nathaniel Rochester House (#12), open every day, to delve into the real and often untold history of enslavement and freedom in the Genesee Country.
HISTORIC TRADESHOPS
Visit and talk with our trades folks who both practice and preserve timeless skills.
AGRICULTURE & GARDENS
A variety of heritage animal breeds can be found throughout the Village at the Hetchler House & Early Settlement Farm (#6), the Livery Barn (#11), and Jones Farm (#14).
Make sure to explore historic gardens throughout the Village, flourishing with both food and flowers! Animals and plants are for viewing only – please don’t feed, trample, touch, or pick.
JOHN L. WEHLE GALLERY
Home to one of the finest collections of sporting and wildlife art in America, and the dazzling Bruce & Susan Greene Costume Collection!
Don’t miss the three featured exhibits currently on display.

An Extraordinary Attraction: 50 Years of History, Art, and Nature
Color Me Calico
Perceived Realities: Wildlife, Land, & Myth.

GENESEE COUNTRY NATURE CENTER
Explore a variety of habitats on six trails ranging from .3 to 1.6 miles.
SHOP
Flint Hill Store: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Buy goods handcrafted in the Historic Village, Museum apparel, historic toys, treats, and more!
EAT
The Depot Restaurant: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. (grill closes at 3 p.m.)
Grab a burger and fries, ice cream specialties, salads, wraps
All information is subject to change.

Summer General Admission
2026-06-05 10:00 - 16:00
GUIDED TOURS (included with Admission)
11 a.m. | Meet the Animals
MEET AT THE EARLY SETTLEMENT FARM (#6)
Join our historical farmer for a tour of our farmyard friends.
2:30 p.m. | Gardening Through the 19th Century
MEET AT THE VILLAGE SQUARE STAGE
Join an expert gardener on a tour of the Museum’s historic gardens. Catered to the group’s interest, you will journey into the 19th Century through the perspective of plants.
19TH-CENTURY HISTORIC VILLAGE
Explore, see, and experience our Historic Village. We invite you to tour spaces and buildings representing home, civic, social, economic, farm, and religious life throughout the 1800s.
Be sure to visit Nathaniel Rochester House (#12), open every day, to delve into the real and often untold history of enslavement and freedom in the Genesee Country.
HISTORIC TRADESHOPS
Visit and talk with our trades folks who both practice and preserve timeless skills.
AGRICULTURE & GARDENS
A variety of heritage animal breeds can be found throughout the Village at the Hetchler House & Early Settlement Farm (#6), the Livery Barn (#11), and Jones Farm (#14).
Make sure to explore historic gardens throughout the Village, flourishing with both food and flowers! Animals and plants are for viewing only – please don’t feed, trample, touch, or pick.
JOHN L. WEHLE GALLERY
Home to one of the finest collections of sporting and wildlife art in America, and the dazzling Bruce & Susan Greene Costume Collection!
Don’t miss the three featured exhibits currently on display.

An Extraordinary Attraction: 50 Years of History, Art, and Nature
Color Me Calico
Perceived Realities: Wildlife, Land, & Myth.

GENESEE COUNTRY NATURE CENTER
Explore a variety of habitats on six trails ranging from .3 to 1.6 miles.
SHOP
Flint Hill Store: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Buy goods handcrafted in the Historic Village, Museum apparel, historic toys, treats, and more!
EAT
The Depot Restaurant: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. (grill closes at 3 p.m.)
Grab a burger and fries, ice cream specialties, salads, wraps
All information is subject to change.

Firefly Fridays
2026-06-05 20:00 - 22:00
Fireflies, also known as lightning bugs, glowworms, or members of the Lampyridae family, are magical little creatures. As a Nature preserve, we have a unique environment which encourages an abundance of fireflies. Join us to learn more about them and their powers of bioluminescence, right in their natural habitat. Bring your family for a guided evening hike across from our main campus in our Oatka Creek meadow, a place visitors don’t normally get to see. Tours are led by naturalists with deep knowledge of these creatures. Before or after your tour, enjoy a campfire and s’mores (weather permitting) and complete a firefly craft.

This event takes place at the Nature Center and at our Oatka Creek property. You will not be granted access to the Historic Village.
Wear boots or sturdy walking shoes.
Pants and long sleeves are recommended.
We will provide bug nets, jars, and guides for learning about fireflies.
Be advised that Oatka Creek is just under a mile from the Nature Center building.

Scouts Insects Merit Badge
2026-06-07 10:00 - 13:00
In earning the Insect Study merit badge, Scouts will glance into the strange and fascinating world of the insect. There, they will meet tiny creatures with tremendous strength and speed, see insects that undergo startling changes in habits and form as they grow, and learn how insects see, hear, taste, smell, and feel the world around them.
Tickets are no longer available for this Merit Badge Class.

Summer General Admission
2026-06-07 10:00 - 16:00
MENS VINTAGE BASEBALL GAMES (included with Admission)
11 a.m. – Rochesters vs. Flower City
1 p.m. – Oatka B.B.C. vs. Spring Creek
GUIDED TOURS (included with Admission)
11 a.m. | Meet the Animals
MEET AT THE EARLY SETTLEMENT FARM (#6)
Join our historical farmer for a tour of our farmyard friends.
1 p.m. | Toward Freedom & Fairness Tour
MEET AT THE TOLL HOUSE (#1)
Learn about the complicated history of enslavement and freedom in the Genesee Valley on this hour-long, guided tour.
2 p.m. | My Favorite Things
MEET AT THE TOLL HOUSE (#1)
Take a guided tour highlighting our favorite staff picks!
19TH-CENTURY HISTORIC VILLAGE
Explore, see, and experience our Historic Village. We invite you to tour spaces and buildings representing home, civic, social, economic, farm, and religious life throughout the 1800s.
Be sure to visit Nathaniel Rochester House (#12), open every day, to delve into the real and often untold history of enslavement and freedom in the Genesee Country.
HISTORIC TRADESHOPS
Visit and talk with our trades folks who both practice and preserve timeless skills.
AGRICULTURE & GARDENS
A variety of heritage animal breeds can be found throughout the Village at the Hetchler House & Early Settlement Farm (#6), the Livery Barn (#11), and Jones Farm (#14).
Make sure to explore historic gardens throughout the Village, flourishing with both food and flowers! Animals and plants are for viewing only – please don’t feed, trample, touch, or pick.
JOHN L. WEHLE GALLERY
Home to one of the finest collections of sporting and wildlife art in America, and the dazzling Bruce & Susan Greene Costume Collection!
Don’t miss the three featured exhibits currently on display.

An Extraordinary Attraction: 50 Years of History, Art, and Nature
Color Me Calico
Perceived Realities: Wildlife, Land, & Myth.

GENESEE COUNTRY NATURE CENTER
Explore a variety of habitats on six trails ranging from .3 to 1.6 miles.
SHOP
Flint Hill Store: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Buy goods handcrafted in the Historic Village, Museum apparel, historic toys, treats, and more!
EAT
The Depot Restaurant: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. (grill closes at 3 p.m.)
Grab a burger and fries, ice cream specialties, salads, wraps
All information is subject to change.

Summer General Admission
2026-06-10 10:00 - 16:00
GUIDED TOURS (included with Admission)
2 p.m. | Gardening Through the 19th Century
MEET AT THE VILLAGE SQUARE STAGE
Join an expert gardener on a tour of the Museum’s historic gardens. Catered to the group’s interest, you will journey into the 19th Century through the perspective of plants.
2 p.m. | Trolley Tour
MEET AT THE CARRIAGE BARN TROLLEY STOP
Take a guided tour highlighting historic trades from the comfort of our trolley.
19TH-CENTURY HISTORIC VILLAGE
Explore, see, and experience our Historic Village. We invite you to tour spaces and buildings representing home, civic, social, economic, farm, and religious life throughout the 1800s.
Be sure to visit Nathaniel Rochester House (#12), open every day, to delve into the real and often untold history of enslavement and freedom in the Genesee Country.
HISTORIC TRADESHOPS
Visit and talk with our trades folks who both practice and preserve timeless skills.
AGRICULTURE & GARDENS
A variety of heritage animal breeds can be found throughout the Village at the Hetchler House & Early Settlement Farm (#6), the Livery Barn (#11), and Jones Farm (#14).
Make sure to explore historic gardens throughout the Village, flourishing with both food and flowers! Animals and plants are for viewing only – please don’t feed, trample, touch, or pick.
JOHN L. WEHLE GALLERY
Home to one of the finest collections of sporting and wildlife art in America, and the dazzling Bruce & Susan Greene Costume Collection!
Don’t miss the three featured exhibits currently on display.

An Extraordinary Attraction: 50 Years of History, Art, and Nature
Color Me Calico
Perceived Realities: Wildlife, Land, & Myth.

GENESEE COUNTRY NATURE CENTER
Explore a variety of habitats on six trails ranging from .3 to 1.6 miles.
SHOP
Flint Hill Store: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Buy goods handcrafted in the Historic Village, Museum apparel, historic toys, treats, and more!
EAT
The Depot Restaurant: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. (grill closes at 3 p.m.)
Grab a burger and fries, ice cream specialties, salads, wraps
All information is subject to change.

Spring Nature Discoveries Homeschool Tour
2026-06-10 13:00 - 15:30
Homeschool families will rotate through various stations with hands-on activities, a nature walk, and games all focused on amphibians and reptiles. Stations will include:
-A Guided Hike along our Web of Life Trail to learn about seasonal plants and animals waking up from the cold winter
-A visit to a vernal pond and look for salamanders
-Meet our resident turtles in the Nature Center Building
-Learn about the life cycle and evolutionary adaptions of a frog
-Use aquatic nets to discover what is hiding beneath the surface of ponds (salamanders, frogs, tadpoles, turtles, bugs, and plants!)
-Play a salamander migration game
Tickets are no longer available for this event.
