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Plan your visitOpen Tuesday to Sunday from May to October with special events all year long
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There's something for all ages!
The largest living history museum in NYS!
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Continue a legacy of history
Give, join or volunteer
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- Domestic Skills Symposium
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Immerse yourselfWe offer experiences for every member of your family to enjoy!
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Scout Programs
Scout Programs
Programs for Girl Scouts & Boy Scouts of All Levels
Join us with your troop or pack for the day or overnight!
Bring your scouts and have some fun with us! Explore the 19th-century way of life in the Historic Village, or take advantage of more than five miles of trails with one of our nature center programs.
Advanced registration is required.
Download the Scout Program Request Form to start the process. Your reservation will not be complete until the date is confirmed and the necessary deposit is received to hold your date. Return the form by mail, email, or fax to (585) 538-6927.
Scout Reservation Form (PDF)Save the Date!
Sunday, May 21, 2017, is Scout Day. Buy tickets now!
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Here's What's Happening at the Museum Thursday, July20
July 20 - 10:00am to 4:00pm
Here's what's happening Thursday, July 20.
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After-Hours Tour: Murder & Mayhem
July 21 - 5:00pm to 6:00pm
Hear mildly theatrical recountings of witness statements, newspaper articles and police reports surrounding the sensational crimes of the 19th century.
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Members'-Only Behind-the-Scenes Tour
July 29 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
A special behind-the-scenes tour for GCV&M members only.
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Laura Ingalls Wilder Days
August 5 to August 6
19th-century frontier life with Laura Ingalls Wilder Days, Saturday & Sunday, Aug. 5 & 6, and learn more about Laura's ties to Western New York.
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National Silver Ball Tournament
August 11 to August 13
Three days of vintage base ball teams competing round-robin style.
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After-Hours Tour: Ghost Stories
August 18 - 5:00pm to 6:00pm
Explore eerie folktales of supernatural visits and haunted happenings in the shadowy corners of the Historic Village.
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Old-Time Fiddlers' Fair
August 19 to August 20
A melodious weekend featuring hundred of musicians on four stages!
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Early New England Cooking Class
August 28 - 9:00am to 4:00pm
Learn the basics of cooking on a stone step and in a hearth.
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Hop Harvest Festival
September 4 - 10:00am to 4:00pm
Celebrate a traditional harvest of hops!