PERINTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY

FAIRPORT, NY

Perinton Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Fairport, New York. Established in 1962, the society's primary goal is to preserve and promote the history of the Town of Perinton, which encompasses the villages of Fairport and East Rochester. The society is run by a dedicated group of volunteers and operates out of the historic DeLand Mansion, which was built in 1869.

The Perinton Historical Society houses a collection of artifacts, photographs, and documents that tell the story of the town's development over the years. The society also maintains several historic buildings, including the Andrew Carnegie Library, the Potter House, and the Fairport Village Hall. The society offers a variety of educational programs and events throughout the year, including lectures, tours, and exhibits.

One of the society's most popular events is the Fairport Canal Days, which takes place every June and attracts thousands of visitors from across the region. The event celebrates the town's rich history and features live music, food vendors, and a wide range of activities for all ages.

In addition to preserving local history, the Perinton Historical Society is also committed to promoting community engagement and volunteerism. The society welcomes new members and encourages anyone with an interest in local history to get involved.

PERINTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in FAIRPORT NY. US MID #8403601802

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mid-Atlantic (District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania).

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PERINTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY
18 PERRIN ST
FAIRPORT
NY
14450

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