Upcoming Events
Writers Group Monthly Meeting
Are you interested in writing your family stories, recording memoirs, or improving how you share your genealogical discoveries? The RGS Writers Group welcomes m... ...Read More...RGS Scanning & Indexing Event at the Rochester Historical Society
Do you have a passion for preserving the past and making historical records accessible to others? Join the RGS Scanning & Indexing Team! We host monthly vol... ...Read More...Genealogy Series "Where to Find Genealogy Records"
This workshop, the second in the series, will be presented on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at 2 p.m., at the Webster Public Library. You do not need to hav... ...Read More...February TIG Meeting: Robert Cameron Weir - NotebookLM for the Genealogist
For the February TIG meeting, we will welcome Robert Cameron Weir as our speaker. His topic is "NotebookLM for the Genealogist."Dive i... ...Read More...
Articles and stories submission deadline for Spring 2026 edition of Hear Ye Hear Ye
Articles and stories submission deadline for Spring 2026 edition of Hear Ye Hear Ye to hyhy@nyrgs.org....Read More...RGS February 2026 Member Program: Michael Strauss: Militia and the Records of the National Guard
Militia and the Records of the National Guard: Presented by Michael StraussThe earliest Colonial Militia date to 1636 when the Massachusetts Bay... ...Read More...
Finger Lakes Region Genealogy/History Trail
The Finger Lakes region is full of significant historical and genealogical sites. RGS Past-President Eric Vaughn has prepared a series of places to visit over the next year. We will be featuring a new site each week. See how many you can visit!
Week 3 Stop on the Finger Lakes Region Genealogy/History Trail
Perinton Historical Society & Fairport Museum
- Step back in time and explore the rich history of Perinton and Fairport at this vibrant local museum and research center. Housed in the former Fairport Public Library, the Perinton Historical Society preserves and shares the people, places, and stories that shaped this Erie Canal community.
Highlights include:
- Permanent and rotating exhibits on Fairport and Perinton's history
- Extensive genealogical and archival materials for local family research
- Erie Canal heritage, including canal-era maps and photographs
- Historic house and property files - a must for local researchers
- Knowledgeable volunteers ready to assist with your inquiries
Location: 18 Perrin Street, Fairport, NY 14450
Website: perintonhistoricalsociety.org
Phone: (585) 223-3989
Email: info@perintonhistoricalsociety.org
Whether you're tracing family roots, exploring local history, or just enjoying a day in the charming village of Fairport, this stop is a genealogical goldmine.
