• Too Brave a Man to Live: The Life & Death of Col. Eliakim Sherrill, an American Civil War Soldier

    Gates Hall Lake Rd Pultneyville

    Sept. 3, 2025, 7:00 pm Gates Hall, 4107 Lake Road, Pultneyville, NY As the new school year begins, the Williamson-Pultneyville Historical Society (W-PHS)  will step back in time as its program season begins with a Civil War Program. The title of David Malgee’s captivating presentation at the September 3rd (W-PHS) Program is “Too Brave a Man […]

  • Discover Pultneyville: 200 Years of Historic Architecture … a Special Talk & Walk Program

    Gates Hall Lake Rd Pultneyville

    September 13, 2025 2 p.m. Gates Hall. Pultneyville Cynthia Howk will be presenting an illustrated talk that will focus on the impressive collection of historic architecture in the hamlet of Pultneyville. Located along the southern shore of Lake Ontario, just 25 minutes east of Rochester, this picturesque community is unique in the region. Steeped in […]

    Free
  • CANCELLED: Ryan Quinn Returns to Gates Hall

    Gates Hall Lake Rd Pultneyville

    CANCELLED: Singer, Musician & Four-Chair-Turning Performer on “The Voice Oct 03, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Historic Gates Hall 4107 Lake Rd, Pultneyville, NY 14538 About Ryan Quinn: Ryan Quinn, a singer and musician from Central NY, is most known for his four-chair-turning performance on Season 10 of NBC’s “The Voice.” While on “The […]

  • Pultneyville’s 1st Annual Harvest Fling

    Coinciding with Wayne County's Apple Tasting Tour, the Williamson-Pultneyville Historical Society (W-PHS) is hosting its 1st Annual Harvest Fling on Saturday, October 4. This event promises a celebration of the region's rich agricultural heritage with something for everyone. A Day of Delicious Food, Drink, and Fun The festivities will take place on the grounds of […]

  • Meet the Spirits of Pultneyville

    Lake View Cemetery 3967 Lake Road Pultneyville, New York

    Get ready for an unforgettable night! The Williamson-Pultneyville Historical Society invites you to a spine-tingling journey back in time at our annual "Meet the Spirits of Pultneyville” at the historic Lakeview Cemetery. On Saturday, October 11th, the friendly ghosts will rise to share their captivating life stories with you on a one-of-a-kind walking tour. Tours […]

    Get Tickets Free – $15.00
  • Meet the Spirits of Williamson

    Gates Hall Lake Rd Pultneyville

    The Spirits of Williamson are gathering to tell their stories. Join us for an unforgettable evening as the Spirits share the triumphs, the tragedies, the friendships, and the family bonds that shaped their incredible lives. This is more than a show—it’s an event that brings local history to life in the most engaging way! Get […]

    Free – $15.00
  • Nov 5th Annual Meeting Information

    The Annual Meeting of the Williamson-Pultneyville Historical Society (W-PHS) will be held Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at 6 pm in the Pultneyville Masonic Lodge No. 159 Dining Room at 4035 Lake Road, Pultneyville, NY. The meeting will include a by-reservation dinner at 6 pm followed by the Annual Meeting at 7 pm at which time […]

  • Celebrate Generosity: Join W-PHS on Giving Tuesday!

    Giving Tuesday—always the Tuesday after Thanksgiving—is a global movement that unites people to celebrate and encourage local and regional generosity. For 501(c)(3) organizations like the Williamson-Pultneyville Historical Society (W-PHS), this day is a critical opportunity to secure the resources needed to protect, preserve, and promote the rich history of our area. A New Chapter, A […]

  • “Wonderful World of Cemetery Art” . . . Tombstones and Sentiments – March 4

    Gates Hall 4107 Lake Road, Pultneyville, NY, United States

    Join Jane Hopkins and Learn about the Wonderful World of Cemetery Art This program will explore the art of tombstones . . . something many often take for granted. Jane’s presentation will reflect on the carvings and sentiments of cemetery stones and the mystery of death they symbolize in area cemeteries, including Pultneyville’s Lakeview Cemetery […]