Features and Stories
Empire Passport - Your Ticket to Summer Fun!
Your key to all-season enjoyment at New York State parks is the Empire Passport, which provides unlimited day-use vehicle entry to most of New York's... READ MORE
Summer in the Finger Lakes - a time-honored tradition
This June, six Finger Lakes historical organizations will showcase exhibitions collectively entitled “Summer in the Finger Lakes,” which explore the history of vacationing, tourism and summer activities in the region... READ MORE
Get hooked…
Planning a fishing trip? You’ll need to keep the following in mind... READ MORE
Traveling Through Time
Since its inception on July 23, 1995, the Finger Lakes Scenic Railway has become a favorite with rail enthusiasts, modelers and transporters alike... READ MORE
Routes 5 & 20 – your destination for farms, food and fun
The 135-mile stretch of Routes 5 & 20 is all about farm, food and fun in 2008! Farm markets, wineries, food festivals, farm tours, corn mazes,... READ MORE
Now you’ve got it!
The history of the game we know as “Bingo” dates back to 1530s Italy and the country’s “Lo Giuoco del Lotta d’Italia” national lottery. In the late 1700s... READ MORE
Had your fill?
Food is fun in the Finger Lakes region and harvest celebrations are the perfect way for families to indulge as pumpkins, corn, potatoes, grapes and tomatoes compete for... READ MORE
Happy trails...
The Finger Lakes Region of New York State is undeniably gorgeous. One of the most satisfying ways to experience that breathtaking beauty is... READ MORE
‘Reel’ excitement...
New York’s Finger Lakes region may be best known for its breathtaking views and world-class wines, but fishing is also a primary attraction. With nine major lakes... READ MORE
Grant Avenue; It's the road to Auburn
Its original path can be traced at least back to 1790, some nine years before Cayuga County was even formed, marked off from Onondaga County to the east. It passed through... READ MORE
All in the 'family' - Summer fun abounds at Seward House
Come to Seward House in 2008 for a summer of learning and family fun. Tours, lectures and the museum’s annual garden party will make this... READ MORE
Last stations to freedom: Traveling the routes of the Underground Railroad
The young man could barely breathe as he was jostled along the plank road from Naples to Bristol Springs, hidden in a hearse drawn by two horses. Would he make it to freedom?... READ MORE
Fort Hill: Building on memories
Fort Hill Cemetery Association was founded on May 15, 1851 by William Beardsley, George Hatch, Thomas How, Jr., Michael Myers, Hugo Rathbun, Josiah Strain, George Underwood and John Watrous. The group wished to... READ MORE
Bath treatments at “The Clifton Springs Sanitarium Company”
The Clifton Springs Hospital and Clinic is a direct descendent of the 1850 Clifton Springs Water Cure, founded by Dr. Henry Foster. A lot has changed in the last 153 years of... READ MORE
Turn over a new leaf...
The 62nd annual Jordan Fall Festival will be held Sept. 19 through 21. One of the oldest, continually running all-volunteer events in New York, the festival... READ MORE
Who knew...?
The Town of Mentz (formed from the Town of Aurelius as “Jefferson” on March 30, 1802 and changed to “Mentz” on April 6, 1808) celebrates its... READ MORE
What’s in a name? Before Port Byron became Port Byron...
After the Revolutionary War, nearly two million acres of land in Central New York were set aside and divided into lots by the government. This land became known as... READ MORE
Relive the good old days...
Past meets present at the 49th annual Skaneateles Antique Show and Sale, hosted by the Skaneateles United Methodist Church. This year’s event is planned for... READ MORE
Skaneateles Boat Show
Sparkling water, gleaming classic mahogany boats and beautifully restored antique wooden boats, a feeling of yesteryear... Join us for the... READ MORE