Gates Historical Society

Royally Regaling Greater Rochester
2025-11-17 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
“Royally Regaling Greater Rochester, Taking Stock of The Roc”
By authors Tim and Deb Smith
Monday November 17, 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 Hall is handicapped accessible.

“Along the Genesee River To The Port Of Rochester”
2025-10-20 19:00 - 20:30
by Marie Poinan

Monday October 20, 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 Hall is handicapped accessible.

Hinchey History Day 2025
2025-09-21 12:00 - 16:00

“American Red Cross Then and Now”
2025-09-15 19:00 - 20:30
“American Red Cross Then and Now”
by Jerry Bennett

GHS Annual Yard Sale
2025-08-22 09:00 - 2025-08-23 16:00 | 1340 Spencerport Rd, 1340 Spencerport Rd, Rochester, NY, 14606, United States
Annual Yard Sale 2025

Help support the Gates Historical Society for our Summer Yard Sale! All donations except clothing are welcome. We kindly ask that donations be pre-priced if possible.

HOURS:
Friday 8/22/25 from 9 am to 4 pm
Saturday 8/23/25 from 9 am to 4 pm

LOCATION:
1340 Spencerport Road
Rochester, NY 14606 QUESTIONS:
Please contact 585-254-0521 or email
gateshistoricalsociety@gmail.com.

“Military - Experience in Viet Nam And Apollo Mission”
2025-08-18 19:00 - 20:30
“Military Experience in Viet Nam And Apollo Mission” by
Tom Netherington

“Rochester Without George Eastman”
2025-07-21 19:00 - 20:30 | Gates Town Hall Annex, 1605 Buffalo Road, Rochester, NY, 14624, United States
by Kathy Connor

The program is free and open to the public and light refreshments will be served.
The Town Hall is handicapped accessible.

Tea and Bridal Exhibit
2025-06-28 11:00 - 15:30

Annual Membership Meeting
2025-06-16 19:00 - 20:30
No Program-Annual Membership
Meeting Gates Town Hall

History of Genesee Country Museum and Village
2025-05-19 19:00 - 20:30
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 Hall is handicapped accessible.

“Shoemaking In The 18th and 19th Centuries"
2025-04-21 19:00 - 20:30
Techniques And
Tools Of the Trade” by Jim Dell

Monday April 21, 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 Hall is handicapped accessible.

Unveiling the Mighty Wurlitzer
2025-03-17 19:00 - 20:30
Members of the Rochester Theater Organ Society will present
“Rochester’s Best-Kept Secret: Unveiling The Mighty Wurlitzer”
Monday March 17, 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 Hall is handicapped accessible.

Garth Brokaw: Significant Women Leaders in Rochester History
2024-11-18 19:00 - 20:30 | Gates Town Hall Annex, 1605 Buffalo Road, Rochester, NY, 14624, United States
Garth Brokaw, Co-President of Gates Historical Society: “Significant Women Leaders in Rochester History”. His presentation will look at three women who left an indelible mark on making Rochester what it is today. This program will look at those “other women not named Anthony.” Can you guess who they might be?

Jane Grant: Barns
2024-10-21 19:00 - 20:30 | Gates Town Hall Annex, 1605 Buffalo Road, Rochester, NY, 14624, United States
Jane Grant, Author and Lecturer: Her presentation includes how she “hunted down” barns that still exist and share some curious barn-related anecdotes.
The October Gates Historical Society program will be held on Monday, October 21 at 7:00 pm in the Gates Town Hall Annex. Jane Grant, Author, will be presenting a program about barns and how some have disappeared , while others remain. Come enjoy some curious barn-related anecdotes, learn about a few local farming families and be inspired to a greater appreciation for the remaining barns. This program is free and handicapped accessible.

Hinchey History Day 2024
2024-09-22 12:00 - 16:00
Sunday, September 22, 2024 Noon to 4pm
Interpretive and Interactive Displays showing life in the 1880’s and early 1900’s.
Musical entertainment by the Gates Ukulele Club.
The members will perform the music from the era as well as some more modern numbers.
Bring your lawn chairs to enjoy the music.
Tours of the Hinchey House and Grounds throughout the afternoon.
This event is free and open to the public.
As always, donations are welcome!

Deborah Hughes- Susan B. Anthony House
2024-09-16 19:00 - 20:30 | Gates Town Hall Annex, 1605 Buffalo Road, Rochester, NY, 14624, United States
Deborah Hughes, President and CEO Susan B. Anthony House and Museum: Her presentation will give some interesting information about the historic house and museum located at 17 Madison Street.

Warren Kosel - The Rochester Americans
2024-08-19 19:00 - 20:30 | Gates Town Hall Annex, 1605 Buffalo Road, Rochester, NY, 14624, United States
Warren Kosen, Senior director of Public and Media Relations: “The History of the Rochester Americans Hockey Team”.

CANCELLED!! Summer Concert-Gates Keystone Police Pipes & Drums
2024-08-18 13:00 - 16:00 | Franklin Hinchey House, 634 Hinchey Rd, Rochester, NY, 14624, United States
This performance has been cancelled due to forecasted thunderstorms. We hope to have the band perform at the homestead later this year or next year.

Rochester Croquet Club
2024-08-03 13:00 - 16:00 | Franklin Hinchey House, 634 Hinchey Rd, Rochester, NY, 14624, United States
The Rochester Croquet Club will be at the homestead to share the game with visitors. They will have 2 styles of croquet available for you to try; the original game and a modern version. The house will also be open for tours. Free and open to the public.

Summer Concert-Fiddlers of the Genesee
2024-07-21 13:00 - 16:00 | Franklin Hinchey House, 634 Hinchey Rd, Rochester, NY, 14624, United States
The Fiddlers of the Genesee will perform at 2pm. Tours of the house and grounds will be given throughout the afternoon. Bring your chair and enjoy music on the lawn.

Lisa Kleman: The Rochester Park Band From 1904-1946
2024-07-15 19:00 - 20:30 | Gates Town Hall Annex, 1605 Buffalo Road, Rochester, NY, 14624, United States
Lisa Kleman, retired professor and author: “The Rochester Park Band From 1904-1946”. Her presentation will explore how one of the first municipally funded bands in the United States was formed and an epilogue of what happened next.

Rochester Croquet Club
2024-07-06 13:00 - 16:00 | Franklin Hinchey House, 634 Hinchey Rd, Rochester, NY, 14624, United States
The Rochester Croquet Club will be at the homestead to share the game with everyone. They will have 2 styles of croquet available for you to try; the original game and a modern version. This event is free and open to the public. The house will also be open for tours.

Annual Membership Meeting
2024-06-17 19:00 - 20:30 | Gates Town Hall Annex, 1605 Buffalo Road, Rochester, NY, 14624, United States
Join us in June for a special member’s only meeting. We will be having an ice cream social and cake to celebrate our 25th anniversary. The meeting will take place at the Gates Town Hall Annex. Music will be provided by the Gates Recreation Ukulele Club. Our new newly elected officers will also be sworn in at this meeting.

Don Shilling-The Roaring Twenties
2024-05-20 19:30 - 20:30 | Gates Town Hall Annex, 1605 Buffalo Road, Rochester, NY, 14624, United States
Don Shilling, Author and Popular Speaker: “The Roaring Twenties”. His presentation will cover events happening after WWI, such as the return of the Dough Boys, flappers, the 19th Amendment, Kodak invents color prints and many other events that happened during that time in history.

Don Alhart: A Generation of Idiots
2024-04-15 19:00 - 20:30 | Gates Town Hall Annex, 1605 Buffalo Road, Rochester, NY, 14624, United States
Don Alhart, Associate News Director, Sinclair Broadcast Group and Author: “A Generation of Idiots”. This includes taking a look at the changing face of journalism and how technology has changed news coverage since 1966. he will be bringing his book “Sibley’s Christmas Adventure” to sell and will autograph copies either purchased that night or previously.

Mr. Letchworth's Vision
2024-03-18 19:00 - 20:30 | Gates Town Hall Annex, 1605 Buffalo Road, Rochester, NY, 14624, United States
Karen Russell, Historic Site Assistant: “Mr. Letchworth’s Vision: The History of Letchworth State Park.” His vision for development and character of the park is a fascinating tale of the land, a man and his park.

Holly Days
2023-12-17 13:00 - 15:00 | Franklin Hinchey House, 634 Hinchey Rd, Rochester, NY, 14624, United States
See the beautiful trees and decorations throughout the Hinchey House and enjoy a mini tour. Also enjoy the festive decorations outside. Light refreshments will be served. Cost is $8 for members and $10 for non-members. Children 16 and under free with adult.

Holly Days
2023-12-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Franklin Hinchey House, 634 Hinchey Rd, Rochester, NY, 14624, United States
See the beautiful trees and decorations throughout the Hinchey House and enjoy a mini tour. Also enjoy the festive decorations outside. Light refreshments will be served. Cost is $8 for members and $10 for non-members . Children 16 and under free with adult.

Holly Days
2023-12-10 13:00 - 15:00
See the beautiful trees and decorations throughout the Hinchey House and enjoy a mini tour. Also enjoy the festive decorations outside. Light refreshments will be served. Cost is $8 for members and $10 for non-members and Children 16 and under free with adult.

Holly Days
2023-12-09 13:00 - 15:00 | Franklin Hinchey House, 634 Hinchey Rd, Rochester, NY, 14624, United States
