The Arnot Art Museum is a world-class institution of fine art located at 235 Lake Street in Elmira, New York, and open Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10am - 5pm. A landmark in downtown Elmira, the Museum is housed in the 1833 neo-classical mansion of John Arnot. His son, Matthias H. Arnot, added a Picture Gallery in the 1880’s and bequeathed his home and collection in 1910 to become the Arnot Art Museum, which opened to the public three years later. The Museum displays a permanent collection of seventeenth- to nineteenth-century European paintings, nineteenth- and twentieth-century American ...


235 Lake Street, Elmira, NY 14901-3191

The purpose of the Society is to: Promote an appreciation of our heritage by developing knowledge and understanding of Big Flats history in the minds of all of its inhabitants.  Relate the present to the past so that Big Flats citizens may more fully realize the changes taking place about them.  Cooperate enthusiastically with other groups and institutions in projects which contribute toward a higher quality community life.  Collect and preserve information, documents, and objects of historical significance.


258 Hibbard Rd, Horseheads, NY 14845

Take a walk through time and discover treasures from the past. The Chemung Valley History Museum strives to present history in unique and dynamic ways. At its museum, the Society offers resources on the history of the Chemung River Valley region through collections focusing on the Southern Tier of New York State and neighboring Northern Pennsylvania. We "bring history alive" through interpretive exhibitions, education programs, and publications. The Society provides a setting for life-long learning. It's worth a visit!


415 East Water Street, Elmira, NY 14901

Community Arts of Elmira, located on theElmiraCreative Corridor, is an arts and cultural center for creative expressionthat hosts three indoor art galleries in a Second-EmpireItalianateMansion listed on the National Register of Historic Places as the Pratt-LangdonHouse and on the National Park Service Network to Freedom UndergroundRailroad. Those galleries include The Community Arts Gallery, ThePrzygoda Gallery and the Student Spotlight Gallery. Community Arts ofElmira also hosts the outdoor public art gallery ofElmira InfiniteCanvas.For a self-guided driving, biking or walking tour, ...


413 Lake Street, Elmira, NY 14901-2202

Look around you and you'll see glass everywhere. At The Corning Museum of Glass, glass isn't just for looking at or looking through. At our museum, you can explore, research, touch, work with, and interact with glass. A truly unique museum experience, The Corning Museum of Glass offers: •The world's best collection of art and historical glass. More than 45,000 objects trace 3,500 years of glassmaking history. Read our collections policy. •Hands-on exhibits that tell the story of the science and technology behind innovations in glass. •Live, narrated glassblowing demonstrations all day, every ...


One Museum Way, Corning, NY 14830

The Friends of Elmira Civil War Prison Camp is a non-profit 503c based in Elmira, New York. MissionIt is the mission of the Friends of the Elmira Civil War Prison Camp to protect and preserve the history of the Civil War in Elmira, Chemung County and surrounding areas and to educate the public about that history. Project VisionThe Friends of the Elmira Civil War Prison Camp will be the primary resource for history, education and preservation of the Civil War experience for Elmira, Chemung County and the surrounding areas. This will include working cooperatively with other local groups, as ...


P.O. Box 681 14902

The Glenn H. Curtiss Museum, bearing the name of Hammondsport's favorite son, is located on Route 54, one half mile south of the village of Hammondsport, New York. Dedicated to the memory of pioneer aviator, Glenn Curtiss, the museum contains a priceless collection relating to early aviation and local history. The museum also features a 75-seat theater, large open area for special events and a gift shop. In addition to seeing the museum displays and exhibits, visitors are welcome to visit the Restoration Shop, talk with volunteer craftsman and watch them work on historic aircraft.


8419 Rte. 54, Hammondsport, NY 14840

Historical Society & Gift Shop OPEN Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday 12 - 3 pm. and by appointment. Zim House: Tours by appointment


312 West Broad Street, Horseheads, NY 14845

The National Soaring Museum is an aviation museum working to preserve the history of motorless flight. Stop in and see a multitude of gliders on display, and participate in fun educational programs. The National Soaring Museum is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., 7 days a week March through December; closed Monday and Tuesday in January and February - Open all other days 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m


51 Soaring Hill Dr, Elmira, NY 14903-9204

The mission of The ARTS Council of the Southern Finger Lakes (The ARTS) is to enhance the cultural arts in the communities we serve by acting as an advocate and catalyst to increase participation, advance collaboration and optimize resources. As a regional Arts Council partially supported by the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA), The ARTS provides several clearly defined services, which fulfill the above mission: •Increasing arts programming and opportunities for the public in Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben and Tioga counties by regranting State funds to local artists and arts/cultural ...


79 West Market Street, Corning, NY 14830

The Board of Trustees of the John W. Jones Museum is committed to restoring John W. Jones' house as an interactive museum commemorating the life and work of the former slave, who as an Underground Railroad Station Master, safely assisted nearly 800 slaves' flight to Canada and was responsible for the dignified burial of nearly 3000 Confederate soldiers. The museum will highlight the history of African Americans who settled in the Southern Tier of New York and the activity of local abolitionists. The museum will emphasize Elmira's role as the only regular agency and published station on the ...


1259 College Ave, Elmira, NY 14901

The best of American Western and Native American art are preserved and interpreted at the Rockwell Museum of Western Art, a focal point for engaging, dynamic exhibitions and educational events in Corning, New York.


111 Cedar Street, Corning, NY 14830-2694

Hours of Operations: Friday - Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. CLOSED: Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter and New Year's Day Call 607.358.4247 for more information. ADMISSIONS Adults $7.00 Seniors (62 ) $5.50 Kids 6 - 17 $4.50 Kids Under 6 FREE! Family (2 Adults, 3 Children) $18.00 Discovery Center and ASTC Members FREE


339 Daniel Zenker Drive, Horseheads, NY 14845