Welcome to the Valley Historical Society MuseumIn 1976, a group of area citizens came together and decided that an organization needed to be formed to preserve the history of the Cassadaga Valley. In 1977 the Valley Historical Society was formed. Later they were able to purchase the building that is now the Museum to house a collection of memorabilia of local interest. This building was erected in 1845 as a store by Mr. Mitchell and is the oldest commercial brick building in Chautauqua County. This building has been used as a post office, Catholic Church, cider mill, and residence as well as a store over its 170 years of existence. Over the years, the Society has been able to raise money to be used to restore this historic building. Over the last 20 years the society has invested more than $40,000 in building restoration and repair.
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History FairThis year marks the 18th annual History Fair, sponsored by the Society and village of Sinclairville. We do this so the history of the Cassadaga Valley will always be preserved and not forgotten.
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MeetingsYou do not have to be a member to attend. We meet at 7:00 pm the first Tuesday of each month April thru December. Each meeting features a speaker that educates us on some subject of local history.
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HoursWe are open 2:00-5:00 pm on Sundays, May thru September. We will also open by appointment for groups wishing to tour the museum at other times.
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AddressValley Historical Society
PO Box 1045 Sinclairville, NY 14782 |
