Lecture Programs

Wright Museum Curator Dennis Webster will give a quick, virtual tour of some of the highlights of the Wright Air Museum, talk about upcoming exhibits and provide some background related to the fascinating life and work of Lucile M. Wright. He'll also recall a less than well known connection between aviation and radio broadcasting in Jamestown. The 2026 Fenton History Center Lecture Series features evening lectures between April and October. This…

A Real Witch Hunt and other Ghostly Delights is a presentation in 3 parts. Part one is the adventure of three teachers at West Valley Central School from 1979-81 who explored the legend of Sophia Disch, the legendary Witch of West Valley. Over 3 years we researched the true story of the Disch family and why Sophia, in life and in her afterlife was considered a witch by many of the local citizens. Part 2 is a short journey through Chautauqua…

Beginning Genealogy, Part III — Saturday, November 7, 2026, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Held in the dining room of the Gov. Reuben Fenton Mansion, 67 Washington Ave., Jamestown, NY. Registration: $5 members / $10 non-members. Call 716-664-6256 to register.