5 Arch Bridge
Route 39
Avon, New York 14414

Abbey of the Genesee
PO Box 900
3258 River Road
Piffard, New York 14533
(585) 243-0660

A community of contemplative monks living according to the Rule of St. Benedict and the Constitutions of the Order of Cistercians of the Strict Observance, more commonly known as Trappists. Striving to seek God and follow Christ under a rule and an abbot in a stable community that is a school of brotherly love.

Presently the monks bake delicious breads three days a week. The bread is sold to a local distributor for distribution to supermarkets in Rochester, Buffalo and Syracuse, New York. Monks' Bread is also available at our own outlet in our reception room at the Abbey.

Store Hours:
8 AM to 11 AM, 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM and 5:30 to 6:30 PM.
Besides baking bread, the monks also bake a date and nut loaf, brownies and several varieties of fruitcakes.

We welcome visitors to join the community for liturgical prayer in the Abbey Church or to spend time in quiet solitary prayer.

Hours:
Church and reception room: 2 AM -7 PM
Bookstore: open throughout the day
Bread Store: 8 AM - 11 AM; 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM; 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Because we are a cloistered monastery, there are no tours of the abbey offered to visitors. A porter is available to answer questions and provide assistance. We have a meeting room, Merton Hall, where we receive groups for video or slide presentations and talks on monastic life.

Directions
We are five miles west of Geneseo, 35 miles south of Rochester, and 55 miles east of Buffalo.
From 390: Exit 390 at the Geneseo exit, proceeding west on 20A, through Geneseo to 63 North, to the River Road intersection in Piffard. Continue to 3258 River Rd. | Piffard, NY 14533
from NYS Thruway I-90: Exit I-90 at the Batavia exit, take 63 South to the River Road intersection in Piffard. Continue to 3258 River Rd. | Piffard, NY 14533

www.geneseeabbey.org

Arts Council for Wyoming County
PO Box 249
Perry, New York 14530
(585) 237-3517

On the ground floor of this recognized establishment in 900 square feet of gallery for performance as well as reception space. It also contains 1906 Steinway Parlor Grand and 1929 Behning Baby Grand pianos. The second floor contains our Members gallery, which is a 100 square-foot foyer, with an additional 400 square-foot space available occasionally for exhibits by our member artists. The Members Gallery is availble for Workshops, Gallery showings, and Classes.

www.artswyco.org

Avon Preservation & Historical Society
27 Genesee Street
Avon, New York 14414
(585) 226-3421 or (585) 226-8290

The APHS was chartered in 1983, and its main purpose is to promote Avon's unique history and the important events of its time. The APHS researches, collects, manages and preserves historical documents, photos and other memorabilia from the Village and Town of Avon. Visits by appointment only...call (585) 226-6945.

www.avonhistorical.org

Big Springs Museum
3095 Main Street
Caledonia, New York 14423
(585) 538-9880

Local history museum. Monthly programs throughout the year.

www.bigspringsmuseum.org

Clara Barton Chapter #1 American Red Cross
57 Elizabeth Street
Dansville, New York 14437
(585) 335-3500

The first chapter of the American Red Cross, founded in Dansville, New York by Clara Barton in 1881.

www.dansville.lib.ny.us/clara.html

Dansville Area Historical Society
14 Church Street (corner W. Liberty & Church Streets)
Dansville, New York 14437
(585) 335-8090

Relive the history of Southern Livingston County through the displays at the Dansville Area Historical Museum.

Finger Lakes Arts Trail
Geneva, New York
315 781-7725

Artists living and working in the Finger Lakes find their creativity in the beautiful surroundings. Everywhere you travel offers a new way of viewing and experiencing the story of life in the Finger Lakes. Visit artists at their studios, buy work from galleries, listen to the sounds of music, or see a live performance. Take a trip at your leisure and come back often.

www.fingerlakesartstrail.org

Ganeasos History Keepers
Conesus Historical Society
Ricky Greene Park - Main Street/Rt. 15
Conesus, NY 14435

Donna Avery 585 335-5428
William Greene 585 346-3572

Historical Log Cabin open by appointment

General William Mills Mansion
14 Main Street
Mount Morris, New York 14510
(585) 658-3292

The Mills Mansion in Mount Morris, New York, was built in 1836 by General William Augustus Mills. Listed on the National Registry of Historic Places, this Federal style house is the headquarters of the Mount Morris Historical Society, which is responsible for the maintenance and restoration of the structure.

Open to the public from June 1-November 1, Friday-Saturday 12:00-4:00 P.M. and by appointment (585) 658-3292.

Genesee Country Village & Museum
1410 Flint Road
Mumford, New York 14511-0310
(585) 538-6822

Genesee Country Village & Museum is the largest living history museum in New York State, and one of the largest in the nation.

The museum also includes the John L. Wehle Gallery of Wildlife & Sporting Art, North America's premier collection of Wildlife and Sporting art, and Genesee Country Nature Center — 175 acres featuring five miles of hiking trails through woodlands, wetlands and meadows.

www.gcv.org

Lederer Art Gallery
1 College Circle
Brodie Fine Arts Center, 2nd Floor, Room #203
Geneseo, New York 14454
(585) 245-5814

Lederer Art Gallery was first opened with the Brodie Fine Arts Building in 1966. The Bertha V.B. Lederer Fine Arts Gallery was dedicated to its namesake in 1981. Lederer Gallery presents exhibitions of: contemporary local and national artists, Geneseo art faculty, student work, as well as graduating art students' final projects.

www.geneseo.edu/CMS/display.php?dpt=lockgallery

Livingston Arts Center
4 Murray Hill Drive
Mount Morris, New York 14510
(585) 243-6785

Located on the historic Livingston County Campus, Livingston Arts Center was originally a four apartment residence for tuberculosis hospital physicians and their families. It now features the New Deal Gallery, home to Livingston County's easel painting collection made through FDR's New Deal programs, Apartment One, a gallery for regional artists' and special exhibits, Genesee Valley Council on the Arts' offices, and a gift shop. The Arts Center is also a learning site and is managed by the arts council. Call for hours, tours and information.

Open to the public beginning the week of December 7, 2008. The Arts Center will be open Tuesdays and Thursdays 1-8 pm and Saturdays 10 am - 3 PM Tours may be scheduled for other time by contacting GVCA at 585-243-6785. There is no admission charge; donations are welcome.

Free parking is available; a ramp leading to the building's first floor is located in the rear parking lot, where all visitors to the Arts Center are encouraged to park. Look for signs Parking for Building 4-Livingston Arts Center.

www.livingstonartscenter.org

Lockhart Gallery
26 Main Street
Geneseo, New York 14454
(585) 243-5779

www.geneseo.edu/CMS/display.php?dpt=lockgallery

Mount Morris Dam / William B. Hoyt II Visitor Center
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
6103 Visitor Center Road
Mount Morris, New York 14510
(585) 658-4790

The William B. Hoyt II Visitor Center at Mount Morris Dam, opened by the US Army Corps of Engineers in 1999, was built to accommodate the thousands of people who visit the dam each year. This 5,400-square foot center features a large atrium, museum, theater and public restroom facilities, and provides a relaxing, educational experience to visitors.

General rates - No fee required

Visitor Center/Museum Open Daily 8 am-4 PM
Dam Tours Friday - Sunday 11 am - 2 PM
Group tours can be arranged for groups with 5 or more, no call necessary.

www.lrb.usace.army.mil/WhoWeAre/MMD/MMD.html

Roemer Arboretum
South Side of SUNY Geneseo Campus
(follow signs on Route 20A)
Geneseo, New York 14454
(585) 245-5448

Visit 20 acres of land on the South Campus of SUNY Geneseo near routes 20A and 63 that display more than 70 species of trees, shrubs and wildflowers. The Arboretum includes oak trees more than 200 years old and walnut trees over 100 years old.

arboretum.geneseo.edu

Radiance Spa & Healing Arts Center at Sweet Briar
5126 Geneseo-Mt. Morris Road (Rt. 63)
Geneseo, New York 14454
(585) 245-9886

Sweet Briar is a historic arts and crafts mansion built in 1896. It is located on 10 acres, just miles away from the village of Geneseo and Letchworth State Park. The spa contains: a grand porce with a spectacular sunset view, 3 differentsuites to stay in, a radiance spa and healing arts center, an infinity outdoor pool, complimentary use of the sauna or Swedish shower, breakfast included in your stay, as well as, the luxury of a gas fireplace in the winter or air conditioning in the summer.

www.sweet-briar.net

Tennie Burton Museum
1850 Rochester Street (Route 15A)
Lima, New York 14485
(585) 624-2595

Various displays portray the history of the "Crossroads of Western New York." Open Saturdays May-October.
www.crossroadscouncil.org

Tired Iron Tractor Museum
Route 20A
Cuylerville, New York 14481
(585) 382-9736

The largest collection of vintage farm machinery in New York. The museum features 111 tractors, trucks, horse drawn equipment, farm toys and much more.

Open weekends through mid Oct. from 10 AM - 4:30 PM or by appointment, phone 585-382-9736.

www.antiquetractormuseum.com