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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 05-21-2024 to 05-21-2024Day(s) of the week: TuesdayTime: 10:00 AM → 11:00 AMInstructor: Lee GratwickTerm: 2024-2Location: Linwood GardensLinwood Gardens, a private garden, is located in Linwood, New York, 35 miles southwest of Rochester in the farmlands of the Genesee Valley. The garden landscape was designed in the early 1900s, with an Arts and Crafts style summerhouse, walled gardens with pools and fountains, ornamental trees, and a view of the valley beyond. The gardens include a... read moreLinwood Gardens, a private garden, is located in Linwood, New York, 35 miles southwest of Rochester in the farmlands of the Genesee Valley. The garden landscape was designed in the early 1900s, with an Arts and Crafts style summerhouse, walled gardens with pools and fountains, ornamental trees, and a view of the valley beyond. The gardens include a distinguished collection of Japanese and American tree peonies featured each spring at the Tree Peony Festival of Flowers. The tour is guided for one hour, but feel free to stay and wander the property after the class. You can register a guest with your registration. You will drive on your own to the gardens-directions will be in your confirmation email. RSVP by 5/16 at noon. -
Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-12-2024 to 06-12-2024Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 10:00 AM → 11:00 AMInstructor: Term: 2024-2Location: Sodus Bay Lighthouse MuseumIn 1824 Congress appropriated $4,500 to construct a lighthouse tower and keeper's residence at Sodus Bay. A year later, Ishmael D. Hill, a veteran of the War of 1812, was appointed as its first keeper. By 1869, both structures had deteriorated to the extent that Congress appropriated $14,000 to build a second lighthouse to replace the original tower. ... read moreIn 1824 Congress appropriated $4,500 to construct a lighthouse tower and keeper's residence at Sodus Bay. A year later, Ishmael D. Hill, a veteran of the War of 1812, was appointed as its first keeper. By 1869, both structures had deteriorated to the extent that Congress appropriated $14,000 to build a second lighthouse to replace the original tower. This second stone lighthouse building, with its attached tower and Fresnel lens, was completed in 1871 and became the residence of Sodus Lighthouse Keepers for the next 80 years. This same lighthouse is still preserved in excellent condition, and has been run as a Maritime Museum by the Sodus Bay Historical Society in accordance with an agreement and lease from the Town of Sodus since 1984. Take a step back in time and tour the Lighthouse Museum. Pack a lunch and feel free to explore the Chimney Bluffs on your own. -
Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-26-2024 to 06-26-2024Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 11:00 AM → 12:00 PMInstructor: Susan B. Anthony DocentTerm: 2024-2Location: Susan B. Anthony HouseNever stopping in her quest for human rights – not for illness, age, opposition, or disappointments – Susan B. Anthony inspires us to be all we can be at every age of our lives. Join us at the Susan B. Anthony Museum & House for a tour focusing on Miss Anthony’s age at key milestones in her life, followed by a (weather permitting) stroll through... read moreNever stopping in her quest for human rights – not for illness, age, opposition, or disappointments – Susan B. Anthony inspires us to be all we can be at every age of our lives. Join us at the Susan B. Anthony Museum & House for a tour focusing on Miss Anthony’s age at key milestones in her life, followed by a (weather permitting) stroll through this beautiful 19th-century neighborhood. You will explore all three floors of Susan B Anthony’s National Historic Landmark home while learning her incredible story from one of our knowledgeable and passionate docents. Your guided experience will include walking outside and navigating two staircases. One of the many highlights of your tour will be to visit the front parlor, the room where Susan B. Anthony was arrested for voting in the 1872 presidential election. Before or after your tour you are invited to explore their museum shop as well as an exhibition space which features several objects original to the Anthony family. There are two flights of stairs involved. Please RSVP by 6/14 at noon. -
Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 07-10-2024 to 07-10-2024Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 10:00 AM → 12:00 PMInstructor: Term: 2024-2Location: GanondaganJust southeast of Rochester, New York, in the town of Victor, lies Ganondagan (ga·NON·da·gan), the site of a Native American community that was a flourishing, vibrant center for the Seneca people. Americans everywhere owe a debt to the Seneca people; as one of the six nations comprising the Iroquois Confederacy, their democratic ideals served as an... read moreJust southeast of Rochester, New York, in the town of Victor, lies Ganondagan (ga·NON·da·gan), the site of a Native American community that was a flourishing, vibrant center for the Seneca people. Americans everywhere owe a debt to the Seneca people; as one of the six nations comprising the Iroquois Confederacy, their democratic ideals served as an inspiration for the U.S. Constitution. From politics and the environmental movement to food and medicine, the roots of contemporary society can be traced back to this historic site right in Rochester's back yard. Visit this site where thousands of Seneca lived 300 years ago, tour a full-size replica of a 17th-century Seneca Bark Longhouse, and learn about the destruction of Ganondagan, Town of Peace, in 1687. There is a good amount of walking and some steps involved in this tour. Please RSVP by 7/3 at noon. -
Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 05-31-2024 to 05-31-2024Day(s) of the week: FridayTime: 1:00 PM → 2:00 PMInstructor: Term: 2024-2Location: Artisan WorksArtisan Works is difficult to describe - it must be experienced. It is a 21st Century art space which features students, local artists, modern artists, realist artists, illustrators, sculptors, printers, craftsmen, the crazy and the tame, the world famous as well as unknowns. They are all there, side by side, hanging from the rafters as well as on the... read moreArtisan Works is difficult to describe - it must be experienced. It is a 21st Century art space which features students, local artists, modern artists, realist artists, illustrators, sculptors, printers, craftsmen, the crazy and the tame, the world famous as well as unknowns. They are all there, side by side, hanging from the rafters as well as on the walls. On your guided tour you will see areas not open to the public with an auto made of wood, a Victorian dining room, a firehouse complete with 1968 restored truck, a Frank Lloyd Wright room, and a complete retro dental office. This is a tour not to be missed. Feel free to remain after to tour the rest of the museum. Artisan Works is at 565 Blossom Rd. You may register for one additional person and RSVP by5/24 at noon. -
Sessions: 3Class Date(s): 06-07-2024 to 06-21-2024Day(s) of the week: FridayTime: 1:00 PM → 3:00 PMInstructor: MAG DocentTerm: 2024-2Location: Memorial Art GalleryThis class has received rave reviews from our members. Using art at the Memorial Art Gallery, the docents will guide you through the Gallery, teaching art appreciation skills of observation and interpretation. You will learn new ways to look at, and engage deeply with, works of art. Your new skills will enable you to enjoy art differently in the future.... read moreThis class has received rave reviews from our members. Using art at the Memorial Art Gallery, the docents will guide you through the Gallery, teaching art appreciation skills of observation and interpretation. You will learn new ways to look at, and engage deeply with, works of art. Your new skills will enable you to enjoy art differently in the future. Feel free to stay and tour the gallery on your own after. One of the weeks will concentrate on a temporary exhibit. Pay at registration, not at the door. RSVP by 6/3. -
Sessions: 3Class Date(s): 08-02-2024 to 08-16-2024Day(s) of the week: FridayTime: 1:00 PM → 3:00 PMInstructor: MAG DocentTerm: 2024-2Location: Memorial Art GalleryThis class has received rave reviews from our members. Using art at the Memorial Art Gallery, the docents will guide you through the Gallery, teaching art appreciation skills of observation and interpretation. You will learn new ways to look at, and engage deeply with, works of art. Your new skills will enable you to enjoy art differently in the future.... read moreThis class has received rave reviews from our members. Using art at the Memorial Art Gallery, the docents will guide you through the Gallery, teaching art appreciation skills of observation and interpretation. You will learn new ways to look at, and engage deeply with, works of art. Your new skills will enable you to enjoy art differently in the future. Feel free to stay and tour the gallery on your own after. One of the weeks will concentrate on a temporary exhibit. Pay at registration, not at the door. RSVP by 7/29.
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 07-17-2024 to 07-17-2024Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 11:00 AM → 12:00 PMInstructor: GCM DocentTerm: 2024-2Location: Genesee Country MuseumGet a glimpse above and below! Museum experts provide special access to upstairs, downstairs, and behind barriers, providing guests with an experience above and beyond the day-to-day offerings within the Historic Village. Tours will emphasize room usage and will illuminate the daily experiences of our buildings' former inhabitants. Experience is... read moreGet a glimpse above and below! Museum experts provide special access to upstairs, downstairs, and behind barriers, providing guests with an experience above and beyond the day-to-day offerings within the Historic Village. Tours will emphasize room usage and will illuminate the daily experiences of our buildings' former inhabitants. Experience is approximately 1 hour, involving walking and narrow stairs. This experience also includes general admission to the museum; a self-guiding, walking experience for the duration of their visit, and 10% off gift shop purchases. You may register for yourself and a guest. Please RSVP by 7/5 at noon.
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