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May 2022
Architecture of The Little Traveler
How did The Little Traveler grow from a stately 1867 Italianate home to the 36-room sprawling shop that it is today? The Geneva History Museum will take you through the building after hours to share the story of the many additions. The presentation will begin at St. Mark's Church (across the street from The Little Traveler's Fulton Street entrance). A museum guide will then lead a tour through The Little Traveler. Registrations are very limited and are taken online at…
Find out more »June 2022
Swedish Days Walking Tours
Join us during Geneva's Swedish Days Festival for a guided walking tour of historic Geneva. Registration is required and limited for each time slot and includes admission to the museum galleries, The 100th Anniversary of The Little Traveler and Geneva's Story. Tours start and end at the Geneva History Museum and take approximately 45-minutes. The walking tours take the place of our annual Swedish Days Trolley Tours this year because the trolley rental fee tripled in price. We hope to…
Find out more »September 2022
Who Was William Moulis?
Learn about visual artist William Moulis, who helped create The Little Traveler's aesthetic, while making a name for himself as an artist, throughout the mid-20th century. Presented by the Geneva History Museum's Curator of Collections & Exhibitions, Markie Striegel. This is a Brown Bag Program offered on the second Tuesday of each month from September-November and February-May. REGISTER HERE to join us IN-PERSON or to receive a link for VIRTUAL attendance.
Find out more »BBQ Fundraiser – September 22, 2022
Eat, Drink & Be Giving! 6-9 PM, Thursday, September 22, 2022 Geneva Golf Club, 831 South Street We have a lot to celebrate... Join us for our annual BBQ Fundraiser to raise money for the museum and to celebrate the museum's achievement of national accreditation. Buffet dinner by Enticing Cuisine Chopped Salad, Corn Bread, BBQ Pork, Chicken Kabobs, Potato Salad, Baked Beans, Watermelon, Cookies, Bronwies, Ice Tea, and Lemonade Cash bar of Beer, Wine & Spirits Enjoy amusing videos from…
Find out more »October 2022
The Little Traveler After Kate
A detailed look at the different owners who took over The Little Traveler after its founder, Kate Raftery passed away in 1953. Presented by Geneva History Museum Executive Director, Terry Emma. Hear the story of Julia Krafft, owner of Honey Bear Farm; how Fred Harvey tried to make it a chain; and how the Simon family returned the business to it hometown roots. This is a Brown Bag Program offered on the second Tuesdays of each month from September-November and…
Find out more »Oak Hill Cemetery Walk
Explore Geneva's east side cemetery on Route 25. Learn the meanings of markings on tombstones and stories of those who are buried here including Kate Raftery, founder of The Little Traveler and Henry Bennett of the Bennett Flour Mill. Meet at the cemetery, rain or shine. REGISTER HERE for the Oak Hill Cemetery Walk at 11 AM West Side Cemetery Walk, October 15 @ 2 PM REGISTER HERE
Find out more »West Side Cemetery Walk
Explore Geneva's oldest cemetery on Stevens Street. Learn the meanings of markings on tombstones and stories of those who are buried here including the Herrington family and Augustus Conant, founder of Geneva's oldest churc. Meet at the cemetery, rain or shine. REGISTER HERE for the West Side Cemetery Walk at 2 PM Oak Hill Cemetery Walk, October 15 @ 11 AM REGISTER HERE
Find out more »Annual Ghost Walks – 2 PM
Learn about haunted places in downtown Geneva on this 45-minute walk. Hear stories about ghostly tales and the many spirits that people still experience today. Tours start at the Museum. 2 PM Walk is sold out
Find out more »Annual Ghost Walks – 4 PM
Learn about haunted places in downtown Geneva on this 45-minute walk. Hear stories about ghostly tales and the many spirits that people still experience today. Tours start at the Museum. 4 PM Walk is sold out
Find out more »Annual Ghost Walks – 6 PM
Learn about haunted places in downtown Geneva on this 45-minute walk. Hear stories about ghostly tales and the many spirits that people still experience today. Tours start at the Museum. The 6 PM Walk is sold out.
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