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

  • “The Cobblestone Museum”

    “The Cobblestone Museum”, – Gene Bavis – Cobblestone Museum The program is free and open to the public and light refreshments will be served. The Town Hall is handicapped accessible.

  • “History of Dental Medicine” Oct.19,2026

    Frank Scannapieco,University of Buffalo, “History of Dental Medicine” October 19, 2026 The program is free and open to the public and light refreshments will be served. The Town Hall is […]

  • “You Live on Stolen Ground”

    “You Live on Stolen Ground”, M. Oberg, Rochester Historical Society September 21, 2026

  • Cancelled due to Weather – Hinchey History Day 2026

    Cancelled Due to weather Hinchey History Day August 30, 2026

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    “The Birth of JELLO” August 17, 2026

      Sam Zalacca, LeRoy Historical Society, “The Birth of JELLO”  August 17, 2026 Will include items about Museum and Jello History. The program is free and open to the public […]

  • Yard Sale August 14-15th

    Yard Sale is August 14th and 15th starting at 9AM 1340 Spencerport Rd. Donations Needed ! Bring your stuff to  634 Hinchey Rd. on June 20th and July 18th 

Upcoming Events

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Hours

Open Wednesdays: 10am – 3pm

Additional hours April through September:

1st Saturday & 3rd Sunday of the month 1PM – 4PM

Or by appointment.

Tours

April – September :

1st Saturday & 3rd Sunday 1pm -4pm and Wednesdays 10-3 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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Support our Business Partners

Brodner Equipment
3918 Lyell Road
585-247-5218

Carol Cerasuolo Tax Services
585-426-5539

Gates Chili Federal Credit Union
2870 Buffalo Road
585-247-1090

Gates Publlic Library
902 Elmgrove Road
585-247-6446

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