Greece Historical Society and Museum

Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 7:00 p.m. – Greece Town Hall, One Vince Tofany Blvd, 14612

Brian Bennett, author of three books relating to the 140th N.Y., will discuss and share images associated with the service of this local Civil War unit.

Recruited in 1862 and composed of men from across Monroe County, including Greece, its story is at the same time typical and unique among Northern regiments. By war’s end, the 140^th had a well-earned reputation as an elite unit, due in large part to the key role it played at the battle of Gettysburg.

Brian Bennett has been researching the 140th New York Volunteer Infantry for over 25 years. He is the author of “Sons of Old Monroe: A Regimental History of Patrick O’Rorke’s 140th NYVI” (1991), “The Beau Ideal of a Soldier and a Gentleman: The Story of Patrick O’Rorke from Ireland to Gettysburg” (1996), and “An Unvarnished Tale: The Public and Private Civil War Writings of Porter Farley, 140th NYVI” (2007). He has also contributed articles to various Civil War magazines, including two in “The Gettysburg Magazine,” and is a book review columnist for “The Civil War Courier.”

Brian will autograph His book “An Unvarnished Tale” The Public and Private Civil War Writings of Porter Farley, 140th N.Y. Volunteer Infantry, which will be available for sale for $20.00. Chuck Baylis from the Military History Society of Rochester will also have a display of photographs and artifacts from the 140^th and the Rundel Library’s, Local History Dept. will be selling Bob Marcotte’s book “Where They Fell” for $10.00 and will have information on Civil War resources at the library. As an added bonus one autographed copy of Bob Marcotte’s book “Where They Fell” will be given away to a lucky winner.

Public welcome, Greece Historical Society members FREE, a “pay as you will” donation is appreciated from others. This program made possible with the support from our members and Canandaigua National Bank & Trust. For more information call 585-225-7221, visit http://www.greecehistoricalsociety.net or find the Greece Historical Society on Facebook.

Tuesday, March 13^th, 2012, 7:00 p.m. – Greece Town Hall, One Vince Tofany Blvd, 14612

Sgt. Bittner will present a power point presentation on the history and evolution of the police department, from the first use of constables during the 19^th and early 20^th Century, until the formation of the Greece Police Department in 1932. He will also display various items of interest, to include: equipment, collectibles, news articles, etc. 

The dates for the Gates Hinchey House and Mother of Sorrows events have bee switched. The correct dates are now:

Jan 8   The Gates Hinchey House by Laura Nolan, president of the Gates Historical Society

Jan 15  Grand Opening of the new Mother of Sorrows/Paddy Hill Exhibit

Beginning in January the Greece Museum will be hosting a special event on winter Sunday afternoons. There is no charge, but donations to support the mission of the Greece Historical Society & the operation of your museum are appreciated. The following is a list of upcoming special Sunday events scheduled so far. The Sunday programs are scheduled to start at 2:00 p.m.   but are subject to change.

Jan 8   The Gates Hinchey House by Laura Nolan, president of the Gates Historical Society (date updated)

Jan 15 Grand Opening of New Mother of Sorrows/Paddy Hill Exhibit (date updated)

Jan 22 Aviation Pioneers of New York & Monroe County by Jonathan Arney, member of Vintage Aircraft Assoc.

Jan 29 Irondequoit Stories by Pat Wayne, Irondequoit Town Historian

Feb 5 to be announced *

Feb 12 Genealogy tips by Scott Chase

Feb 19 to be announced *

Feb 26 Rochester Public Library History, 1911-2011 by Maureen Whalen, retired librarian,  Charlotte branch.