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Winter Wonderland at the Hinchey House & Barn
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Winter Wonderland at the Hinchey House & Barn

When an incredibly talented photographer takes stunning photos of your historical home and barn- you just have to brag! Huge shout out to John Kucko Digital for perfectly capturing a magical winter wonderland at The...
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Winter/Spring Newsletter
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Winter/Spring Newsletter

Eagar to learn more about what's going on with the Gates Historical Society? Check out our latest Winter/Spring 2021 newsletter! Learn more about: new board members, recent donations, archive updates and more! Browse the Newsletter...
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GHS Board Announces Election of Garth Brokaw as Vice President
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GHS Board Announces Election of Garth Brokaw as Vice President

The Board of the Gates Historical Society announces election of Board member Garth Brokaw as Vice President at the Board’s January meeting. Garth currently assists with Tours and Archives Committees. He has obtained and moved...
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New Items are Available in the GHS Gift Shop!
Gift Shop

New Items are Available in the GHS Gift Shop!

NEW Historic Gates maps are now available for purchase in the Gift Shop! The maps date from 1872 to 1924 and would look excellent as a framed print. The maps sell for $5 each (plus...
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UNIQUE 2020 TAX BREAK WHEN YOU DONATE
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UNIQUE 2020 TAX BREAK WHEN YOU DONATE

According to the December 13th Sunday Democrat and Chronicle, one bright spot in 2020 is a new temporary deduction for charitable donations.  ‘As a part of the CARES Act, taxpayers can deduct up to $300...
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Christmas Greetings from the Gates Historical Society
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Christmas Greetings from the Gates Historical Society

Dear Gates Historical Society member or supporter: 2020 has been a year like no other. We regret canceling our last program of the year, but the rising Coronavirus figures gave us cause to pause. We...
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Hinchey House Holly Days
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Hinchey House Holly Days

Thank you to all the volunteers who came out last week to decorate The Hinchey House for our annual Holly Days. In a normal year, we would be hosting a Christmas party filled with live...
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New Grant Approved!
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New Grant Approved!

We are thrilled to announce that the Gates Historical Society has been accepted to participate in "Building Capacity, Creating Sustainability, Growing Accessibility" through the Museum Association of New York.   With support from this program,...
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Hours

April 5, 2025 – Sept. 21, 2025

Normal Hours – 1st Saturday & 3rd Sunday: 1PM – 4PM

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.

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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

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