Livingston County Historical Society
30 Center Street
Geneseo, New York 14454
(716) 243-9147
Hours of Operation
Sundays, 2-5:00 p.m.; Tuesday, 2-5:00 p.m. (July-August); Thursday, 2-5:00 p.m.
Livingston County Historical Museum, Geneseo, New York
The Livingston County Historical Society Web-Site Has Moved!
Please visit us under our own domain name at livingstoncountyhistoricalsociety.org
The principle objective of the Livingston County Historical Society, as outlined in its Constitution and Acquisitions Policy, are "to procure, preserve, and display in a museum, articles which relate to the history of Livingston County, and to promote interest in, and appreciation of, the county's splendid heritage."
A bronze plaque in the vestibule of the museum states that the Livingston County Historical Society was founded in 1876. The Society holds the distinction of being one of the oldest organizations of its kind in Western New York. Incorporated in 1877, the Historical Society has functioned continuously since its founding and has a large membership.
The Historical Society is an educational institution under the University of the State of New York, and is, therefore, a tax-exempt organization. Contributions are deductible for tax purposes. There is a Memorials program through which members and friends may contribute.
The Historical Society will also be happy to arrange group tours of the museum for other days and times to accommodate any organization. Please call (716) 243-2281 for scheduling.
In celebrating the 125th anniversay, the society has some special surpises and new contributions to share with the public.
Livingston County Historical Society 125th Anniversary
2001 marks the 125th year of existence for the Livingston County Historical Society.
Please join us over the course of the next year as we celebrate our anniversary with presentations
and programs that exemplify the many facets of Livingston County history.
About the Livingston County (NY) Historical Society:
Current Exhibitions:
Livingston County Historical Society/Livingston County Historian. What's the difference?:
The Livingston County Historical Society is an organization made up of private individuals interested in the
history of Livingston County. We are charted by the State of New York, but are not a government enity.
We maintain a museum in the town of Geneseo and we host programs or lectures at the museum throughout the year.
We have many displays, but we do not have much in the way of research or reference materials.
The Livingston County Historian is Ms. Patrica Schaap and she is employed by Livingston County. Ms. Schaap has her
County Historian office in the same building as the Livingston County Historical Society, but we are two different organizations.
The County Historian's office contains census & naturalization records, news clipping, micro-film and a
large collection of maps, local history books, etc. At this time, the County Historian does not have
a web-site, but can be reached by mail or phone. (see Livingston County Town Historical Societies link below) or to see what
information is available at the Historian's office click on the following link (coursety of GenWeb Livingston
County web-site)
- Livingston County Historian Collection Information
This site will show you what is available in the Livingston County Historians office
Livingston County Links Online:
- Livingston County Town Historical Societies and Town Historians
Each town in Livingston County has its own historical society and all towns have a town historian. In addition, all towns have historians.
If you are seeking Birth, Death or Marriage records go to the individual town clerk.
- 1917 Livingston County Agricultural Directory
In 1917, there were over 3280 farms in Livingston County. If your ancestor farmed in Livingston County, check out this site and learn what the name of the farm was, who he was married to, how many adult or minor children were in the household, number of acres farmed, what they grew and where they lived.
- Livingston County Photographs
Check out these beautiful photos of Livingston County. There are also many photos from local cemeterys.
Historical Links Online:
- New York State Agricultural Society Website
A new website which highlights the achievements of the state's oldest agricultural orgainzation. Check out the state's "Centrury Farms" - farms that have thrived for more that 100 years in the hands of the same family.
- Fraternal Organizations
Was someone in your family in the Macabees or the Ancient Order of Forresters and you want to know what the order was about? Click on this link and you will find out anything you ever wanted to know about Fraternal Orders!
Livingston County Genealogical Links Online:
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This site last updated September 13, 2001 by
Douglas and Sandra Morgan
Members of the Livingston County Historical Society
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