Destination Montreal In 1759, the British plan for defeating the French in North America involved major expeditions that would cut off French supply routes up and down the St. Lawrence River, block French advances south through the Champlain . . . — — Map (db m90216) HM
Site of summer residence of
Jean Brooks Greenleaf.
President of NY State Woman
Suffrage Assoc. 1890-1896.
Campaigned for right to vote. — — Map (db m132674) HM
The Port of South Greece with the "8 Mile Grocery" and post office, School No. 12, apple dryhouse, 25 houses, and 2 doctors' offices was a busy Erie Canal stop in the 1800s. — — Map (db m58066) HM
Koda-Vista Historic District
has been placed on the
National Register of
Historic Places in 2019
by the United States
Department of the Interior — — Map (db m195805) HM
This American Liberty Elm was named after "The Liberty Tree: Our Community's first Symbol of Freedom." On the morning of August 14, 1765, the people of Boston awakened to discover two effigies suspended from an elm tree in protest of the hated Stamp . . . — — Map (db m62091) HM
An Iroquois group camped here around 1400 A.D. Ash beds excavated in 1912 yielded artifacts of bone, stone and pottery. County of Monroe, 1961. — — Map (db m77156) HM
The first rural Roman Catholic church in New York State, known as the "Church in the Woods," dedicated to St. Ambrose, was established here in 1829 at Read's Corners, where Nicholas Read was an 1823 pioneer. Mt. Read bears his name. Devout Irish . . . — — Map (db m113470) HM
Molded by the great glacier and long an Indian trail. Traveled by pioneers' oxcarts, covered wagons, stagecoaches. Town of Greece founded 1822. — — Map (db m60144) HM
Old Trolley Route
1891-1925
Rochester-Grand View Beach and later Rochester-Manitou Railroad linked resorts of a gay era at the lakeside. — — Map (db m62093) HM
Paddy Hill School Formerly School No. 5 School District Est 1823. Property purchased for $50 on Oct. 1, 1839 for first school on this site. — — Map (db m90141) HM
World War II Odenbach Shipbuilding Corp. built on this site ca. 1942. produced barges & tankers for war effort launched via channel to Lake Ontario. — — Map (db m113457) HM
The young men of the Civilian Conservation Corps' Company 1252 built much of what you see in the park today, including the comfort station and concession stand here. They built these structures from heavy stone and wooden timbers that they quarried . . . — — Map (db m82682) HM
Originally called Northwest Beach Park when Monroe County began its development in 1929, the park's name was changed to Hamlin Beach State Park when New York State took title in January 1938. Company 1252 of the Civilian Conservation Corps arrived . . . — — Map (db m82648) HM
The last common school district in the county to operate a one-room school, annexed to Hilton Central School District, Sept. 1956. — — Map (db m78363) HM
In 1935 and 1936, the young men of Civilian Conservation Corps Company 1252 pruned trees, cleared the beach, and built roads and a large parking area in the park. They also quarried stone in Orleans County that would later be used to construct the . . . — — Map (db m82655) HM
The West Shelter, or Shelter 3 as it is known today, was built by the men of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Company 1252 in 1937. They quarried the stone locally and cut the timbers in the CCC camp sawmill. The West Shelter as it . . . — — Map (db m82681) HM
On this site in 1825, Antoinette Brown Blackwell was first ordained woman minister in Unites States. This house her early home. — — Map (db m152766) HM
Built 1882 Closed 1944
No. 6 was one of 11 districts in Henrietta - 588 students
1 class - 8 grades - 18 pupils
water pail - stove - two privies
Commemorated 1993 — — Map (db m58094) HM
On this crossroads of East Henrietta and Lehigh Station Roads arose an early settlement known as the East Henrietta Village. It was critical to development of town.
Early Buildings
1824 - Brick general store built at 3118 East Henrietta Road. . . . — — Map (db m58095) HM
The Great American Canal The Erie Canal was the most important of America’s inland waterways. It facilitated the opening of the American frontier and provided a route west for tens of thousands of settlers and immigrants. Villages, town, and . . . — — Map (db m110008) HM
This brick building at 3045 East Henrietta Road was built in 1826 for the headmaster of "The Monroe Academy", a secondary boarding school located across the street.
The academy, built 1826 from bricks from the Deming Brickyard, was an impressive . . . — — Map (db m58096) HM
On this crossroads of West Henrietta and Erie Station Roads arose an early settlement known as the West Henrietta Village. It was critical to the development of the Town of Henrietta, NY.
Early Buildings:
Chapman Hotel built 1821; second hotel . . . — — Map (db m57777) HM
Site of four-generation West Henrietta farming operation: The Tirabassi Farm Market, (1965-1995) and the Tirabassi Family Homestead (1932-2000) at 5569 West Henrietta Road. Established by Emidio Tirabassi of Sulmona, Italy and his sons Frank, . . . — — Map (db m57776) HM
Opened as Rome, Watertown & Ogdensburg RR, 1876. Fruit shipments by rail made Hilton prosper & grow. Last train ran March 31, 1978. — — Map (db m60138) HM
1st Sgt. Co. G, 8th NY Cavalry, awarded Medal of Honor for capture of flag at Battle of Waynesboro, VA, March 2, 1865. Interred Here. — — Map (db m200253) WM
Mendon Town Hall Originally a mill - circa 1827 on site of pioneer Zebulon Norton's 1791 mill. Purchased by town in 1985. Remodeled into Town Hall 1986-87. Supervisor - Arnold J. Leckie Councilman - Andrew Grasty Jr. Councilman - Robert W. . . . — — Map (db m116958) HM
We couldn't bear to paint out this c. 1920 sign uncovered when we removed the station's ceiling. You can barely make out the words, "Pay As You Leave" hand-painted on the beam overhead. The pay booth was located right in the platform! — — Map (db m178340) HM
American Coaster Enthusiasts (ACE) recognizes Jack Rabbit at Seabreeze Amusement Park as an ACE Roller Coaster Landmark, a designation reserved for rides of historic significance. Jack Rabbit was created by John A. Miller . . . — — Map (db m191967) HM
Bivouac For two days, July 2nd and 3rd, 1759, a force of 3,000 soldiers under the command of Brigidier General John Prideaux camped here. The army was advancing along the lake on a campaign from Oswego to Four Mile Creek, near Fort Niagara. . . . — — Map (db m90266) HM
Fort Des Sables A French trading post built by Joncaire near this site in 1717 as a Seneca link to New France. Aroused British ire. — — Map (db m90157) HM
Live acts on the Front Lawn have entertained thousands over the past century. To name just a few: lion & tiger tamers, flying trapeze acts, high diving shows (including horses!), Freddy's Funny Ford, alligator wrestling, song & dance shows, . . . — — Map (db m86458) HM
Before autos became the primary means of travel, today's south parking lot featreud some popular attractions. Danceland was home to big-name swing bands playing for your dancing pleasure (interior shot insert). The original Dodgem (aka Bumper Cars) . . . — — Map (db m86529) HM
This photo shows the earliest version of the 1920 Jack Rabbit coaster and its loading station - which burned in 1923. The station has been modified over the years (see the 1950's inset with banners and ticket booth) and the ride has been rebuilt . . . — — Map (db m86539) HM
The "pole construction" building, now the park office, is shown here in its original location on Culver Road. The building originally served as a pavillion at the end of the trolley line. Later it was enclosed, became a restaurant and then a gift . . . — — Map (db m86543) HM
The merry-go-round is the centerpiece of the park's colorful history. It was in 1904 that George Long Sr. brought his 12-year-old son George Jr. (inset) and the family to operate a carousel concession. This was one of several rides built and run by . . . — — Map (db m86550) HM
In the Fifties, this area featured rides like Boats and Turtles, which later movd to today's Kiddie City. The original Goofy House was first a dark walk-thru, and later had a rotating barrel, 2-story slide, moving stairs, and tilted room - plus the . . . — — Map (db m86554) HM
Several kiddie rides were located under a porch roof on this spot in the 1950's, including the Horse & Buggy Ride (inset), A decade later, the Go Carts operated here - gas powered carts you'd drive around a track with wooden bumper rails. Soon the . . . — — Map (db m86555) HM
Today's home-grown Bobsleds ride began as the park's Junior Coaster, as shown here in the large picture. The early ride featured boxy cars (left inset) that rode on flat tracks on a simple two-level structure. But in the Sixties, park owner George . . . — — Map (db m86557) HM
Before the state of New York took the land for a new expressway in the 1950's (just completed in the large photo), the park's property ran all the way to the water's edge of Irondequoit Bay. In the early days, picnic groves were located where the . . . — — Map (db m178298) HM
During the park's earliest days, boats docked at the pier on Lake Ontario as guests made their northern approach to the park. Some concessions were right on the beach - people could rent a hotel room, grab a bite to eat, have something to drink and . . . — — Map (db m178300) HM
With this marker,
the Town of Irondequoit honors the Seneca People, whose ancient trails cross this land.
We honor
The Keepers of the Western Door
who hunted and fished, lived and planted food here.
To the People of the Great Hill, we . . . — — Map (db m63994) HM
Swayne's Corners Town of Irondequoit organized April 2, 1839 at his early crossroad settlement. Here later were Swayne's Hotel and, until 1957, Forest House. — — Map (db m90169) HM
A. The Jack Rabbit (1920). This classic wooden roller coaster was
designed by John A. Miller, one of the greatest coaster designers of the era. It
was constructed by Harry C. Baker in just eight weeks using a crew of 120
workmen. A local . . . — — Map (db m178341) HM
Edward F. Long and his family - the first generation of the family that now owns and operates Seabreeze - began building carousels in Philadelphia in 1876. They built eight major carousels, and the animals were carved in local shops primarily by the . . . — — Map (db m86412) HM
Take a walk through the park's colorful history of providing family fun for over 130 years. c. 1879, The Park Opens The park opens in 1879 as the final stop on the Rochester & Lake Ontario Railroad Company's steam train line, running . . . — — Map (db m86491) HM
Widely regarded as the first Black settler in Rochester. He owned land here and helped found a community, nearby, in the early 19th century. — — Map (db m243272) HM
Here stands one of the oldest pieces of earth known to man. The complex crystalline structure of this boulder shows that it is not a native of this region but is related to rocks in Canada far north of here. Thousands of years ago it was torn from . . . — — Map (db m90156) HM
Our Irondequoit melon was developed here on the Wm. Sutton farm. Its seed was first sold 1899. Very famous for its taste. Wiped out by blight 1940s. — — Map (db m90142) HM
Pioneer Home built about 1830 on Ridge Road just west of Culver, this sturdy New England "salt box" style home has been moved twice. — — Map (db m90153) HM
Totiakton "In the great bend" July 1687, French victors over Senecas lifted their standards and claimed this country for Louis XIV. — — Map (db m116951) HM
Site of
the first school west of the Genesee River. Built 1801. The first teacher was Miss Luseba Scott.
Genesee County Bicentennial — — Map (db m65219) HM
Scottish Pioneers built here in 1806
the first schoolhouse west of the Genesee River. Formed here in 1805 the First Pres. Kirk oldest living church west of the river.
Marker set July 4, 1925 — — Map (db m64561) HM
First Settlement in the Town of Parma. Bezaleel Atchinson and family came in 1796. He erected a log house and first schoolhouse nearby. — — Map (db m113472) HM
Pioneered 1808 by Matthias Lane, New Jersey Dragoon in the American Revolution who guarded the Congress on its flight from Philadelphia, 1777. Chase-Flack House, built circa 1845, became an Underground Railroad station. Isaac Chase donated land for . . . — — Map (db m158490) HM
In memory of all who served their country in time of need, and especially those who paid the supreme sacrifice. May their souls rest in peace, amen. — — Map (db m113471) WM
Erected in 1844. Oldest house of worship now standing in Parma. Post-and-beam construction. Built entirely by labor of members of First Presbyterian Society of Parma. Organized March 24, 1829. Its 13 charter members included State Senator John E. . . . — — Map (db m113473) HM
Camp Site 1687 Denonville's army of about 2600 Frenchmen and Indians camped here overnight July 12 on the way to attack the Seneca Indians. — — Map (db m115348) HM
Daniel Penfield Town Founder 1750-1840 The Penfield Bicentennial Committee dedicated this statue of town founder Daniel Penfield to the citizens of Penfield in commemoration of the town's bicentennial in 2010. Daniel Penfield, an astute . . . — — Map (db m109984) HM
Penfield - 1810 Named for Daniel Penfield original proprietor. First town meeting was held April 2, 1811 in early schoolhouse here. — — Map (db m109982) HM
The Falls of Irondequoit Creek dropped 90 feet in a mile called "Sgoh-Sa-Is-Thah" by the Indians, later gave power to many mills. — — Map (db m115345) HM
Site of explosion in 1942
at Rochester Fireworks Co.
War products produced here.
Twelve employees perished
in service to their country. — — Map (db m166501) HM
Glover Perrin built Perinton's first log cabin here in 1790. His brother Jesse in 1791 cleared land to the west used for cemetery. — — Map (db m115340) HM
Hannan Homestead occupied since 1810 by Hannan family. James Hannan, pioneer and 1812 soldier; son and grandson Perinton Supervisors. — — Map (db m109973) HM
Perinton Established May 25, 1812, as part of Boyle, named for Glover Perrin; his brother, Jesse Perrin, Revolutionary War veteran and early pioneer, donated land for first cemetery. Home of “Certo” and “Sure Jell,” . . . — — Map (db m141160) HM
This memorial site is dedicated to all veterans of the armed forces of the United States of America who have faithfully served their country and have been laid to rest in the Elmwood Cemetery. "The mystic cords of memory, stretching from every . . . — — Map (db m115343) WM
Location of Samuel Hildreth's
stagecoach barns 1814-1834.
Route of the Auburn & Rochester
railroad line serving Pittsford from 1840-1989 — — Map (db m131104) HM
Bridging the Irondequoit Valley posed a great
challenge for James Geddes, Assistant EngI neer on the Erie Canal. In 1816, Geddes planned an embankment built partly on natural ridges and partly artificial, that was almost a mile long and 70 feet . . . — — Map (db m157848) HM
Changing Alignments Lock 32, completed in 1916, is one of the third and last generation of locks to be built in Pittsford and in New York State. It replaced the Enlarged Erie Lock 62, built during the 1850s Enlargement which widened the . . . — — Map (db m110014) HM
Begun 1817, completed 1825. Enlarged 1850's and early 1900's. This section opened 1822, making Pittsford an active commercial port. — — Map (db m57405) HM
First Library in the Genesee Country. Northfield Library Co., 1803-1808, kept its books at the farm of Ezra Patterson, first librarian. — — Map (db m101123) HM
In Memory of Those We Lost
September 11, 2001
Mark A. Brisman · Irina Kolpakova · Sharon C. Millan · Hector Tamayo · Joanne F. Weil · Andrew S. Zucker
They Will Forever Be In Our Hearts — — Map (db m183450) HM
Through much of Pittsford's history, farming and agriculture related businesses dominated the local economy. The completion of the Erie Canal in 1824 led to a local commercial boom including the construction of wharves and warehouses along the . . . — — Map (db m115402) HM
Hopkins Homestead Settled by Col. Caleb Hopkins, hero of War of 1812. Given honor of naming Pittsford for his hometown in Vermont. — — Map (db m116952) HM
Dedicated to the men and women of the armed forces on the United States. May prosperity keep faith with those who served and above all with those who did not return that their sacrifices shall not have been made in vain. We remember. Pittsford . . . — — Map (db m115403) WM
