Cupola Project of the Cupola Restoration Project of Penn Yan, Inc.

04/08/2026

Our historic Cupola is part of the industrialization of the Finger Lakes. To give some background, we'd like to share a video about the history of our region.

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1AXSXKguPe/

03/22/2026

To clarify... The Board of Save the Cupola is a 501(c)3 and as such is permitted to pursue fundraising, donations, and grants.
Over the years, we have received donations that helped to fund architectural studies and plans, informational materials, the moving of the Cupola to its current location for restoration, and closing costs for property deeded to us along the Outlet.

At this time we are focused on raising 50,000.00 for the structural restoration and additional money for site planning and preparation. Then there will be an ongoing fund to maintain the site, create promotional materials, develop curriculum and historic displays and more.

To be clear, in 2024 the Yates County TAC grant of 50,000 was awarded to the Save the Cupola project - however, at that time we did not have a location. Therefore, those funds were kept by Yates County/TAC. We have not received any funding from Yates County through any sources at this time.

We are excited about the future of the historic Empire State Wine Company's Cupola as it represents our industrial Past, our wine and agrarian Present, and is a beacon that lights the Future for generations to come!

03/17/2026

CUPOLA "Road Show" - The Save the Cupola Board is creating a 10 minute presentation for organizations in the Penn Yan / Yates County area. We would love to come to your meeting and share what's happening and where we are headed at your organizational meeting!

Please contact us at [email protected] or speak with one of our board members.

03/17/2026

As many of you know we recently were deeded a parcel of land near the original site of the Empire State Winery building (now Seasons on Keuka) located on the mouth of the Keuka Outlet. We asked our historic architect, Blake Held, to create some artist renderings of what this site might look like once our restoration and site work is completed.

These are some of the wonderfully inspiring renderings that show our dream!

03/15/2026

Mary shares our enthusiasm for the cornice pieces of the Cupola architecture!

Click on image for video :)

03/14/2026

We want to share with our followers, the next steps in the Empire Wine Company's historic Cupola restoration! The "Save the Cupola" project is actively fundraising for this restoration.
* we have land deeded to the Cupola 501(c)3 at the mouth of the Keuka Outlet!
* restoration will be done by local Mennonite craftsmen who specialize in historic building techniques
* we have partnered with Keuka College for marketing & visual design.

Thank you for your support & for being a part of our story!

02/23/2026

What an Honor! Thank you to KEUKA ROOTS for featuring the Cupola in today's Blog. We are thrilled that this article captures the very heart of the "Save the Cupola" project and hope that you will check it out!

Thank you to Keuka Roots!

Rooted in Story. Growing in Community. Keuka Roots more than a blog it’s a living celebration that gives the Keuka Lake region its unmistakable magic.

12/25/2025

"THANK YOU!" We are receiving donations from our "Legacy Donor Appeal" campaign and every penny will go toward restoring the historic Empire State Wine Company Cupola! Our organization is a 501(c) 3, so all donations are tax deductible.

To become a Legacy Donor - send a check to P.O. Box 676, Penn Yan, NY 14527 or donate through ZEFFY, our non-profit online donation portal at https://bit.ly/3Nfx1JI

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12/21/2025

We are SO excited! If you take a look at this aerial shot of the historic Empire State Wine Company, you can see the road which is now Route 54 / Lake Street in Penn Yan. Along the top edge of the photo is the buoy that has marked the entrance to the Keuka Outlet for decades.

The New PERMANENT Home for the restored Cupola will be just to the right of this photo, overlooking the mouth of the Keuka Outlet!

With your support and donations we are set to make this happen in 2026!

12/15/2025

UNIQUE HOLIDAY GIFT IDEA! Give your loved one the gift of being a "LEGACY DONOR" of the "Save the Cupola!" project this holiday season.

What better present for the person who has everything than a membership as a Legacy Donor for this iconic Cupola restoration representing Yates County's historic wine and grape industry?

The Cupola Restoration Project of Penn Yan, NY is committed to the restoration and placement of the Empire State Winery Building Cupola near its historic location in the vicinity of the junction of Keuka Lake and the Keuka Lake Outlet. Our preferred location is along the Keuka Outlet Trail - which is ideally suited to tell the history of the grape and wine industries and will attract boaters from Keuka Lake, tourists, and customers to Penn Yan and its lodging and retail businesses - as well as local residents and school children - contributing to the economic growth and vitality of Penn Yan and the surrounding area of Yates County, New York.

Whether a history buff, a Keuka Lake lover, a wine enthusiast, or someone who loves the Finger Lakes Region; this Legacy Donor gift will create a lasting legacy for generations to come.

Become a LEGACY DONOR at

This donation will help a lot to achieve our mission. We'll be able to :Save the Cupola by restoring the Empire State Winery Cupola and placing it where it can be viewed by all along the Keuka Outlet in Penn Yan, NY. The Keuka Outlet location is accessible to all and provides great visibility from K...