Learning on Vacation

Join RIT astrophysicist Sadie Coffin on June 17 at 7:30 PM at the Martz-Kohl Observatory (and Zoom) for "The Many Colors of Galaxies." Discover how the light of galaxies reveal cosmic history and learn how you can help analyze NASA data from home via her citizen science project, Redshift Wrangler. Q&A and telescope viewing (weather permitting) to follow. Classroom is heated; dress warmly for the domes! Details: martzobservatory.org

The 2026 Lily Dale Assembly season will run from June 19 to Aug. 30. The heart of the Lily Dale year is our summer season with a full schedule of workshops and seminars highlighted by special events featuring some of the leading names in spirituality. Daily and weekly activities, mediumship demonstrations, healing services, evening entertainment, and a variety of attractions throughout the grounds. Accommodations at either of our historic…

In 2026, the Robert H. Jackson Center celebrates 25 years of advancing civic understanding and public discourse with a special yearlong lecture series: 25 Years of Asking Questions. This series will examine some of the most pressing questions facing American democracy, inviting the community to explore how constitutional principles intersect with the challenges of our time. Each month, the series poses a different question, encouraging…

Each year, we are honored to welcome the monks of Drepung Loseling Monastery to open our season with sacred ceremony, music, and community gatherings. Their visit is a beautiful blend of tradition, culture, and connection. It's a meaningful way to begin the summer together. From the Opening Ceremony to special community events, these offerings invite reflection, joy, and shared experience for all who attend. Join us June 20–24 for this…

Tucked away from view behind respectable facades, alleys were indispensable elements in American cities during the last half of the nineteenth century. The “impolite” realities of the industrial movement were hidden from Victorian society. Jamestown had 5 alleys - what are their stories? Learn about them on the Hidden Alleys tour. Participants will meet at the Fenton History Center at 10:00 a.m. The Fenton History Center conducts…

Join us at 10:30 am on Saturday and Sunday mornings for a small-group guided tour behind the scenes of the Johnson Estate Gardens and Vineyards. This 45-minute walk leads you through our historic estate as you explore the grape varieties we grow and discover how the Lake Erie Region’s climate and unique geology help us craft so many award-winning wines. After your tour, you’ll be welcomed to FLIGHT, our outdoor tasting venue, for…

Join us at the Busti Mill for Hands On Day! Take a step back in time as you watch our historic grist mill in action and learn about how grain becomes flour. We will have flour, and cornmeal for sale. Buckwheat flour is back in stock! *NEW* there will be a historic demonstration every month. different every time. Free kids activity under the pavilion (or inside depending on the weather). Admission is free, donations gratefully accepted.

The Lake Erie Shore offers a unique harmony of geography and weather that defines our ‘terroir.’ Our estate benefits from a Germanic microclimate that mirrors Europe’s most celebrated cool-climate regions, granting us the rare ability to cultivate premium European varieties like Pinot Noir, Riesling, and Chardonnay. Join Owners Fred and Jennifer Johnson and Winemaker Jeff Murphy for an in-depth, 2.5-hour walking tour through the…

The 2026 Chautauqua Institution season runs from June 27 to August 30. Chautauqua Institution is your one-stop vacation experience destination. Looking for a family-friendly concert in a one-of-a-kind open-air amphitheater? We have dozens of shows, all summer long. Seeking to enjoy a signature cocktail or tasty bite with a view of Chautauqua Lake? The porch at the Athenaeum Hotel or the lakeside bar at 3 Taps are ready to greet you. Want to take…