Explore the history of the Town of Gates
The Gates Historical Society leads in providing information on Gates history and in preserving and showcasing the Hinchey Homestead as a model historic site. This is achieved by programs, events, exhibits, tours and related services to Society members and the general public.
Recent Posts
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Gates Historical Society’s November Program for Nov. 18, 2024
The Gates Historical Society’s November program will be held on Monday, November 18 at 7:00 pm at the Gates Town Hall Annex. Garth Brokaw, Gates Historical Society Board Member and […]
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Concert Cancelled
The Gates Keystone Police Pipes & Drums performance that was scheduled for Sunday afternoon August 18th has been cancelled. The band decided to cancel due to the forecasted thunderstorms. We […]
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Bottles & Cans for Gates Historical Society
If you’re looking for a way to support the Gates Historical Society, we now have another option. You can bring your refundable bottles and cans to the Bottle & Can […]
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Holly Days at the Hinchey Homestead – 2023
Holly Days – 2023 The event, including Light Refreshments and Mini Tours and will be held Saturdays and Sundays: December 2 & 3, December 9 & 10, and December 16 […]
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Book Sale and Signing
John Boundy and John Robortella, two writers who grew up in Gates and who served on the Gates Volunteer Ambulance Service and the Gates-Chili Fire Department, will return home to […]
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September Program
Join us Monday, September 18th at 7pm. Our September Program features Jerry Bennett, an Underground Railroad Enthusiast. His presentation will include following a slaver’s ship from England to West Africa […]
Hours
April 3, 2024 – Oct. 30, 2024
1st Saturday & 3rd Sunday: 1PM – 4PM
Wednesdays: 10AM – 3PM
Or by appointment.
Tours
April 3, 2024 – Oct. 30, 2024
1st Saturday & 3rd Sunday 1pm -4pm and Wednesdays 10-4 or by appointment. Last tour each day, 45 minutes prior to closing. Call (585) 464-9740 and leave a message to schedule tour outside of open hours. No fee for tours, donations gratefully accepted.
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AMD Business Brokers
2269 Lyell Ave
585-247-4750
Brodner Equipment
3918 Lyell Road
585-247-5218
Carol Cerasuolo Tax Services
585-426-5539
Colony Dry Cleaners
695 Howard Road
585-235-3414
Gates Chili Federal Credit Union
2870 Buffalo Road
585-247-1090
General Code Publishers
781 Elmgrove Road
585-328-1810
Giusepppe’s Restaurant
50 Spencerport Road
585-429-6540
Howard Road Garage
51 Howard Road
585-429-5790
James R. Gray Funeral Home
1530 Buffalo Road
585-247-6360
Thomas Ferraro Jr., CPA
517 Beahan Road
585- 235-7730