HincheyHouseSpring2024

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

  • History of Genesee Country Museum and Village

    Monday May 19, 2025 at 7 pm at the Gates Town Hall Annex. The program is free and open to the public and light refreshments will be served. The Town […]

  • “Shoemaking In The 18th and 19th Centuries”

    “Techniques And Tools Of the Trade” by Jim Dell  Monday April 21, 2025 at 7 pm at the Gates Town Hall Annex

  • The Mighty Wurlitzer

    “Rochester’s Best-Kept Secret: Unveiling The Mighty Wurlitzer” Monday March 17, 2025 at 7 pm at the Gates Town Hall Annex See Events Page

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

Upcoming Events

Hours

April 5, 2025 – Sept. 21, 2025

Normal Hours – 1st Saturday & 3rd Sunday: 1PM – 4PM                Except Closed on Easter Sunday April 20th, 2025      Open Sunday April 27, 2025

Wednesdays: 10AM – 3PM

Or by appointment.

Tours

April 5, 2025 – Sept. 21, 2025

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.

Support our Projects

Support our Business Partners

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