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Seneca Falls Historical Society

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Our museum is located in the historic 23-room Victorian-era Becker Mansion at 55 Cayuga St.

The Seneca Falls Historical Society has preserved and shared the rich history of Seneca Falls since 1896 through tours, exhibits, educational programs, and events.

11/03/2026

A big thank you to the crews from Joe Mull Construction and Horizon Painting for your wonderful work restoring the Becker Mansion!

Thanks to your terrific efforts, the home designed by Ellen Partridge in the 1880s and occupied by the Becker family for 70 years afterwards looks the best it has in many years. We like to think Mrs. Partridge and the Beckers would be proud of the love and care that has gone into restoring their home.

The Horizon Painting crew also gave fresh coats of paint to the Town Clock’s faces and tower, which came to the SFHS property in 1968 after standing atop the Hoskins Block building for nearly 75 years.

We also extend our gratitude to the Rochester Area Community Foundation and the Town of Seneca Falls, NY for supporting this project.

Stop by sometime and take a look at the Becker Mansion!

11/03/2026

“Our best tribute is to finish the work they began.”

On June 16, 1923, this message was featured on the cover of Equal Rights, an official weekly publication of the National Woman’s Party, just weeks before the 75th anniversary of the Seneca Falls Convention.

More than a century later, the words remain a reminder of the generations of women who fought for the right to have their voices heard.

Today, on Election Day, we encourage everyone to honor their legacy by exercising their right to vote.

Make your voice heard and carry their work forward. 🗳️

11/01/2026

🍂 Join us for a special afternoon with Dr. Ellen Carol DuBois and the Seneca Falls Historical Society!

Enjoy lunch at Simply Homemade in Waterloo while celebrating the life, legacy, and lasting impact of Elizabeth Cady Stanton, one of the most influential figures in the women’s rights movement, in honor of her 211th birthday this month!

This year’s annual Elizabeth Cady Stanton Luncheon will feature a special presentation by Dr. DuBois on her newest book, Elizabeth Cady Stanton: A Revolutionary Life.

💜 Event Details

📅 Saturday, November 21, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
📍 Simply Homemade | Waterloo, NY
🎟️ $40 per person

Seats are limited, so reserve yours today!

🎟️ Visit the Upcoming Events section of our website for tickets and a link to purchase Dr. DuBois’s book. A direct ticket link can also be found on our Facebook event page!

Questions? Call (315) 568-8412 or email [email protected].

We hope you’ll join us for this special event! ❤️📚

10/31/2026

🎃 Happy Halloween! 👻

This baby-faced rattle is just one of the eerie artifacts we’ve had on display throughout October. While it may have been an ordinary nursery item decades ago, we think it looks pretty creepy today and fits right in with Halloween!

What do you think? Would you buy a toy like this for your baby?

10/29/2026

As we approach the 2026 midterm elections, it’s a fitting time to reflect on the history of voting rights and the individuals who helped shape American democracy.

📚 In “Elizabeth Cady Stanton: A Revolutionary Life,” historian Dr. Ellen Carol DuBois explores the life and legacy of one of the most influential figures in the women’s rights movement. From the fight for women’s suffrage to her evolving views on social and political issues, Stanton’s story offers a fascinating look at the struggles and debates that have shaped our nation.

Join us for brunch at Simply Homemade in Waterloo on Saturday, November 21, for our annual Elizabeth Cady Stanton Luncheon, featuring Dr. DuBois as our guest speaker!

🎟️ $40 per person | Tickets available on our website. Visit our Facebook event page for a direct link: Elizabeth Cady Stanton Luncheon

You may also call (315) 568-8412 or email [email protected] to reserve your spot.

📖 If you’re interested in reading the book before the event, “Elizabeth Cady Stanton: A Revolutionary Life” is for sale in the Becker Mansion gift shop. Copies of the book will also be available at the event.

10/24/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for The Return of Edward Keeler: A Murder Mystery Dinner! 🔍🥂

What a great turnout! We appreciate everyone who attended and helped make this event a success. ❤️

A special thank you to our generous sponsors — Doran Funeral Home, Barrett Marine, Gary B. Xavier, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 840, and ESL Federal Credit Union — for their support. We’d also like to thank everyone who helped organize the event, Seneca Community Players for their wonderful performance, and the Seneca Falls Country Club for providing the space for our evening.

We’re so grateful for the support of our community and everyone who helped bring this event to life. We hope you all had as much fun as we did!

Thank you for supporting the Seneca Falls Historical Society! ❤️🏛️ Until next time… 🔍✨

10/23/2026

📣 Special hours for Today, Friday, October 23

Our last tour will begin at 12:00 PM today, and the museum will close at 1:00 PM to prepare for The Return of Edward Keeler: A Murder Mystery Dinner this evening at the Seneca Falls Country Club.

We will resume normal business hours tomorrow, Saturday, October 24.

10/21/2026

🔍 Joining us for our Murder Mystery Dinner on October 23? We’ll be selling raffle tickets for our Lottery Ticket Turkey, so don’t forget to bring your cash or card if you’d like to enter! 🦃 The lucky winner will take home $300 worth of scratch-off lottery tickets!

🎟️ $5 per entry
📅 Drawing: November 21

Not attending the dinner? You can still purchase raffle tickets by calling or stopping by the Seneca Falls Historical Society!

⏰ Museum Hours:
Tuesday–Saturday for the remainder of October
Monday–Friday starting in November

📞 (315) 568-8412

Address

55 Cayuga Street
Seneca Falls, NY
13148

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 4pm
Tuesday	10am - 4pm
Wednesday	10am - 4pm
Thursday	10am - 4pm
Friday	10am - 4pm
Saturday	10am - 3pm

Telephone

+13155688412

Website

http://sfhistoricalsociety.org/, https://www.instagram.com/senecafallshistoricalsociety/

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