Join the Friends of Mount Hope Cemetery historians in celebration of the Total Eclipse, as we travel through time and visit the final resting places of some of Rochester’s most prolific scientists and inventors, as well as other colorful characters. Learn about Rochester’s Observatory, the fourth largest in the U.S. at the time, and astronomical […]
Read MoreJoin the Friends of Mount Hope Cemetery historians in celebration of the Total Eclipse, as we travel through time and visit the final resting places of some of Rochester’s most prolific scientists and inventors, as well as other colorful characters. Learn about Rochester’s Observatory, the fourth largest in the U.S. at the time, and astronomical […]
Read MoreExplore the west side of historic Riverside Cemetery, established in 1892. Learn about its social, cultural, and landscape history. Guides: Joanne Mitchell & Cynthia Howk Degree of walking difficulty: NOTE: Tours are not always kept to paved paths. We recommend comfortable walking shoes, not open sandals. Member cost: FREE (email [email protected] if you need the coupon code) Non-member […]
Read MoreFrom the early 19th century to the present, Rochester has been on the leading edge of health care, and Mount Hope is the final home of many of these innovators and national leaders in medicine and public health. Guide: Dennis Carr Note: The tour starts at the south end opposite the Distillery Degree of walking […]
Read MoreThe early bird will catch the worm during this early morning tour. Join our Genesee Valley Audubon Society members as they seek out migratory birds and other unique species. Guides: Joanne Mitchell NOTE: Tours are not always kept to paved paths. We recommend comfortable walking shoes, not open sandals. Member cost: FREE (email [email protected] if you need the […]
Read MoreFirst celebrated to honor the country’s Civil War dead. Learn about the origins of Memorial Day and hear the stories of those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Guide: Deb Coffey NOTE: Tours are not always kept to paved paths. We recommend comfortable walking shoes, not open sandals. Member cost: FREE (email [email protected] if you need the coupon code) […]
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