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OUR 2009 CALENDAR is currently being remodeled

The 2009 calendar is officially underway. I am giving it a new layout for easier readability. Feel free let me know what you think and/or if you have suggestions.
-Amy Pschierer, webmaster

Thank you for your interest in the Charlotte-Genesee Lighthouse.  The Lighthouse is located in the Village of Charlotte (at the Port of Rochester, NY).  It was constructed in 1822 on a hill just west of the Genesee River and south of what once was a marshy area on the southern shores of Lake Ontario.  The current Keeper’s House was built in 1863 to replace the original one which was just to the south of the current building.  The Tower is 40 feet high with an additional 12 feet of height for the Lantern room.  There are 42 steps and then an 11 rung ladder that takes you into the Lantern room.  Here you will experience a beautiful panorama view of the surrounding area.  To the north is Lake Ontario, Ontario Beach Park, the Port of Rochester.  To the east are several marinas and Yacht Clubs and the United States Coast Guard Station Rochester.  To the south and west is Holy Cross Church and to the west are a high rise and many Charlotte businesses. Our regular weekend tours are on Saturday & Sunday between 1:00 PM and 5:00 PM.  The Lighthouse is open between Mother’s Day weekend in May and end the first Sunday in November of 2009.  Other times Special Group Tours are available by calling (585) 621-6179 for an appointment.

We need your help with donations!! Remember your donations to the Lighthouse could be tax deductable, so be sure to check with your accountant.

DROP OFF DATES / TIMES: Drop off at the Lighthouse Annex (formerly garage).
Please no bowling balls, tires, mattresses or defective computers / monitors.

Fri., 6/5/09; 1-5 PM
Sat., 6/6/09; 1-5 PM
Thurs., 6/11/09; 4 pm - 7 pm (our Board meeting is at 7:00 PM.)

Other times by appointment: call Fred @ 621-5605.

GARAGE SALE:

Sat., June 13, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sun., June 14, noon - 5:00 PM (remember this is FLAG DAY)

On Saturday, May 9th, 2009, the Charlotte Genesee Lighthouse Historical Society will open the 1822 Lighthouse and 1863 Keeper’s House & Museum for the 2009 season. This year the Society features a new display entitled “The Original William Hincher (1741-1817) Tombstone ”. The toppled over tombstone had been removed from the Charlotte Cemetery on River Street by Anah Yates in the early 1900's. She brought it to the Municipal Museum at Exposition Park for safekeeping. On February 6th 2009, the stone was returned to the Charlotte Community, thanks to the Rochester Historical Society. The 192-year-old stone is now on display, along with information about the Hincher family. Many lighthouse events for 2009 will feature this remarkable testament to Charlotte ’s legacy. Hincher served in the Revolution and came to Genesee country from Massachusetts . He purchased the property in 1792. After his death in 1817, a portion was sold to the US government for the erection of the lighthouse. It was truly a fitting return “home” for Charlotte ’s founder, especially as we commemorate the 175th birthday of the City of Rochester ! The Lighthouse will be open to the public on Saturdays and Sundays between 1:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M. from May 9th till Sunday, November, 1st, 2009 when the Museum closes for the season. ADMISSION IS FREE. Donations are appreciated. Special Tours will be conducted at other times by “appointment only” and may require a small fee. Visitors can get further information at Lighthouse WEB site: www.geneseelighthouse.org or by calling (585) 621-6179.

Another year has gone by and we are now preparing for our 3rd Annual Arts and Crafts show! We are excited and are looking forward to the show. The show dates will be October 10, from 9:00 am - 6:00pm, and October 11, from 1:00pm - 5:00pm. Vendors, please fill out this form and send it in by September 1, 2009. Contact and address information can be found on the form itself. We can't wait to see you there!

We would like to display our Lighthouse Models at your event or put on a slide presentation for your group. If you are interested please contact the Lighthouse: by phone @ (585) 621-6179 or by e-mail: info1@geneseelighthouse.org

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