Fiddle & Folk Festival
2026-08-16 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY, 14511, United States
A lively weekend of music, craft, and community that honors the rich folkways traditions of New York State. From foot-stomping fiddle tunes and handcrafted instruments to storytelling, dance, and the voices of a new generation, this festival invites guests of all ages to explore how music connects us across time. Rooted in history and alive with creativity, the Fiddle & Folk Festival brings together performers, makers, and music lovers in an immersive celebration of heritage and sound.
Visit the Event Page for Full Details
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Men's Vintage Base Ball Games
2026-08-16 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-08-30 11:00 - 15:00 | Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY, 14511, United States
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
2026-08-19 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-26 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-02 10:00 - 16:00 | Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY, 14511, United States
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.

Kids Free Days
2026-08-20 10:00 - 16:00 | Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY, 14511, United States
Did you know? All kids 12 and under will receive free admission to the Museum on Thursdays in August. We’ll offer a wide array of activities in the Historic Village for kids to enjoy, including historic games on the Village Square, ice cream making, new farm animal-themed treats in the D.B. Munger Confectionery, and more.
TIMED ACTIVITIES (included with Admission)
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Storytelling
MACARTHUR HOUSE
Stop in for story time with Elizabeth Nally and her favorite children’s books about base ball!
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Marmalade Ice Cream (Making/Tasting)
LIVINGSTON BACKUS HOUSE
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | DEC K-9 Unit Demo
JOHN L. WEHLE GALLERY
Watch demos by the Department of Environmental Conservation K-9 units. See the important jobs they do to protect our environment.
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, & 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
D.B. Munger Confectionery: 10:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Satisfy your sweet tooth with a variety of historic cookies, cakes and hand pies.
Pavilion Garden Restaurant: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Stop for ice cream or a bite to eat in our lush heirloom gardens.

Ice Cream Special: KIDS GRAND SLAM SUNDAE…7.00
Choice of a Hot Fudge or Caramel one-scoop sundae served in a baseball helmet dish (while supplies last)

All information is subject to change.
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Summer General Admission
2026-08-21 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-03 10:00 - 16:00 | Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY, 14511, United States
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.

Open Auditions
2026-08-22 09:00 - 14:00 | Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY, 14511, United States
Auditions will take place at the Genesee Country Village & Museum
1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY
Auditions are from 9am – 2pm Saturday August 22nd and will last no longer than 10 mins once you have been called in.
Our costumer will be on site to take measurements – please wear similar undergarments you would wear during the show for a more accurate measuring.
If you have any questions or need to update one of your responses please reach out to Lindsay Gall (Manager of Special Events) at 585-294-8219 or events@gcv.org
If you select tour guide or either acting type role, a follow-up e-mail will be sent out that includes an excerpt for you to read during your auditions – excerpts do not need to be memorized
How do I know if I need to audition? All tour guides who participated Spirits of the Past in 2025 and only want to be considered for tour guiding in Spirits again this year can select the “opt out” button to not audition.
Here are some examples below to help you know if you need to audition:
If you did not tour guide in 2025 – even if you did in other years
If you acted in 2025 but would like to tour guide in 2026
If you guided in 2025 but would like to be considered for more than just tour guiding in 2026
Visit the Auditions Page for Full Details

Dyeing Yarn Workshop (SOLD OUT)
2026-08-22 10:00 - 14:00 | Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY, 14511, United States
Join us for an enchanting workshop where you will delve into the fascinating world of dyes and mordents. Experience the joy of transforming spun wool into a colorful masterpiece, and connect with a time when creativity and resourcefulness flourished. All participants must be age 16+; all participants under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by a paid adult ticketholder.

Summer General Admission
2026-08-22 10:00 - 16:00 | Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY, 14511, United States
LADIES VINTAGE BASE BALL (included with Admission)
1 p.m. | Porters vs. Belles on the Great Meadow
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.

Gazebo Luncheon
2026-08-22 12:00 - 14:00 | Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY, 14511, United States
Join us for a delightful set of exclusive luncheons set against the backdrop of the Museum Gazebo, nestled in the heart of the great meadow! Indulge in a thoughtfully crafted, summer-inspired menu while you soak in the views from the gazebo’s main stage. Sip on refreshing sweet tea and savor the vibrant seasonal flavors as you unwind in the warm embrace of summer.
There will be a maximum of 5 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 total number of people to be seated together.
Due to the historic nature of this event, dietary requests and restrictions cannot be met. Thank you for your understanding.

Ladies Vintage Base Ball Games
2026-08-22 13:00 - 14:00 | Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY, 14511, United States
Saturday, June 13 (Opening day)
1 p.m. | Belles vs. Porters on the Great Meadow
Saturday, July 4
1:45 p.m. | Townball on the Great Meadow
Sunday, July 5
Freedom Day at GCV&M | Suffrage & Ladies Base Ball
Sunday, July 26
1 p.m. | Belles vs. Porters on the Great Meadow
Sunday, August 2
11 a.m. | National Silver Ball Tournament
Saturday, August 22
1 p.m. | Porters vs. Belles on the Great Meadow
Base ball games are included with the cost of general Museum admission. Don’t forget, admission is always FREE for Museum Members!

Grapevine Wreath Workshop (SOLD OUT)
2026-08-22 14:30 - 16:00 | NY
Learn the basics of grapevine wreath-making – from crafting the wreath to a variety of wiring techniques. Then decorate your wreath with everlasting flowers and plants from the Historic Village gardens! Learn and create alongside Emily Conable, historic gardener and expert crafter. Ticket includes Museum Admission, so come early to enjoy the Village, Nature Center, and Gallery!

Summer General Admission
2026-08-23 10:00 - 16:00 | Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY, 14511, United States
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!
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.

Family Fun Day Camp
2026-08-26 10:00 - 15:00, 2026-08-28 10:00 - 15:00 | Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY, 14511, United States
Bring the family and join us for a fun-filled day of family-friendly activities! Whether your little one isn’t quite ready to attend camp by themselves or you are just looking for a chance for the whole family to join in the camp fun, we have you covered. We will have a little bit of everything from our 19th-century village, nature center, and the magic of imagination. The day will include a fully guided experience, with a variety of activities.
While this camp day is open to all ages, the majority of activities will be geared toward kiddos aged 4 to 10-years-old.
Wednesday, August 26: History-themed activities
Friday, August 28: Nature-themed activities
Register Here

Kids Free Days
2026-08-27 10:00 - 16:00 | Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY, 14511, United States
Did you know? All kids 12 and under will receive free admission to the Museum on Thursdays in August. We’ll offer a wide array of activities in the Historic Village for kids to enjoy, including historic games on the Village Square, ice cream making, new farm animal-themed treats in the D.B. Munger Confectionery, and more.
TIMED ACTIVITIES (included with Admission)
11:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. | Storytelling
BROOKS GROVE CHURCH
Stop in for story time with Jonathan Graziano and his pug Milton.
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Banana Ice (Making/Tasting)
LIVINGSTON BACKUS HOUSE
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, & 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
D.B. Munger Confectionery: 10:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Satisfy your sweet tooth with a variety of historic cookies, cakes and hand pies.
Pavilion Garden Restaurant: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Stop for ice cream or a bite to eat in our lush heirloom gardens.

Ice Cream Special: THE DOG DISH…6.00
Three mini scoops of vanilla ice cream topped with “Puppy Chow”, a Scooby Snack and a mini chocolate filled waffle cone.

All information is subject to change.
Sponsored by

Taste of History
2026-08-28 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-29 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-30 10:00 - 16:00 | Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY, 14511, United States
Embark on an enchanting journey through the diverse culinary landscape of the 19th-century. Uncover fascinating food fads, view unique cooking equipment, explore innovative culinary technologies, and delve into the intriguing world of ingredients that shaped this vibrant era.
There’s something see, learn, taste, and smell for the food and history buff in all of us

Check out the latest in 19th-century kitchen gadgets, including the ice cream churn
Sample cake made from historical recipes as we continue to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary and GCV&M’s 50th anniversary
Explore the influences of European immigrants and Indigenous people on the foodways of Genesee country
Sample produce at Jones Farm and learn about this history of refrigeration and preservation
Set a dining table the Victorian way
Celebrate the Centennial through food by learning what foods Americans were eating in 1876
Learn about this history of food advertising in the Print Office

And so much more!

Extended Hours
2026-08-28 10:00 - 19:00 | Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY, 14511, United States
We’ll be open until 7 p.m.! This will be the last 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 (separate ticket required)
7 p.m. | Vines and Virtues
Uncover the history of religious wine production in the Finger Lakes.
Visit the Event Page for Tickets
GUIDED TOURS (included with Admission)
5 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.
TIMED ACTIVITIES
Starting at 3 p.m. | Admissions Booth
$5 admission
Starting at 5:30 p.m. | Baby Shower
Celebrate our new oxen with a slice of cake!
6 p.m. | The Seneca of Canawaugus
JOHN L. WEHLE GALLERY
Join Livingston County Historian Holly Watson and explore what life was like at the Seneca village, historical events and figures of Canawaugus, and the continuing importance of the area to the Seneca Nation.
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, & 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.
SHOP
Flint Hill Store
Buy goods handcrafted in the Historic Village, Museum apparel, historic toys, treats, and more!
EAT
The Depot Restaurant (open until 4 p.m.)
Grab a burger and fries, ice cream specialties, salads, wraps.
Freight House Pub (open until 7 p.m.)
Light snacks, draft beer, cider, wine, bottled soda.
D.B. Munger Confectionery (open until 4 p.m.)
Satisfy your sweet tooth with a variety of historic cookies, cakes and hand pies.
All information is subject to change.

Vines & Virtues After-Hours Tours
2026-08-28 19:00 - 20:00 | Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY, 14511, United States
Join us on this engaging journey through time, where each stop along the way tells a tale of tradition, struggle, and resilience. This guided tour will explore how fervent temperance movements, intense immigration debates, and the rise of “Know Nothingism” in the 19th century uniquely shaped the thriving modern wine industry of Western New York.
This is an hour-long, guided walking tour, going in and out of four (4) historic structures. There is no guest transport available for this event.

Sustainability Scout Merit Badge Program
2026-08-29 10:00 - 16:00 | Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY, 14511, United States
Join us on at our Nature Center for our Sustainability Merit Badge Class!
The Sustainability Scout Merit Badge class teaches scouts about environmental sustainability. It encourages them to develop and implement plans that reduce waste, conserve resources, and understand the impact of human activities on the planet. While earning this badge, scouts learn about climate change, species extinction, resource extraction, green chemistry, recycling, and zero-waste manufacturing.

Summer General Admission
2026-08-29 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-30 10:00 - 16:00 | Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY, 14511, United States
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.

Blooms & Bites
2026-08-29 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-30 11:00 - 13:00 | Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY, 14511, United States
An exclusive walking tour of GCV&M’s beautiful heirloom gardens, followed by a fun lunch. Our knowledgeable gardener will guide you on a stroll through the gardens, sharing insights about the history, design elements, and stories behind the trees and flowers.
Choose your box lunch option while purchasing your ticket:
-Chicken Salad on Croissant (with macaroni salad, snack chips, & a cookie)
-Turkey Bacon Ranch Wrap (with macaroni salad, snack chips, & a cookie)
-Garden Salad (with roll & butter, snack chips, & a cookie).
Complimentary water and lemonade are available.

Upstairs Downstairs After-Hours Tours
2026-09-04 08:00 - 17:00 | Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY, 14511, United States
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.
