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ROC The Riverway Weekend
River to Lock 33 on the Erie Canal! While aboard you will learn about the historical significance … is a live guided narration about how the river and canal made Rochester the Young Lion of the West as well … as interesting sites along the way. A highlight of this cruise will be a stunning view of downtown Rochester …
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Rochester Harborfest
Rochester Harborfest …The 2023 Rochester Harborfest takes place June 23-25 …. Activities will include a volleyball tournament, children’s area, food vendors, tours of the historic …
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Heritage Trail
in downtown Rochester on The Heritage Trail, a 1.25-mile long walking path that leads visitors to 15 points … of historical significance. This self-guided tour follows an 8” wide line of either granite or blue paint … on city sidewalks, along the way visitors will find historical markers, plaques, and interpretive signs …
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Highland Park
as the home of Rochester's famous Lilac Festival, Highland Park has a history as colorful as its 500 varieties … Highland Park's collection of lilacs in full bloom. While located in the City of Rochester's southeast … is actually a completely planned--and planted--arboretum or "tree garden." Learn more about Rochester's other …
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News Release – Edgerton R-Center Model Railroad Delivers Holiday Cheer During Special December Hours
City of Rochester News Release (Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023 …) – Chugging along for 73 years and counting, the Edgerton R-Center’s historical model train exhibit is open … and features interactive scenes from Rochester across all four seasons. The winter scene depicts a festive …
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Erie Canal: The One and Only
River is what turned Rochester from a frontier outpost to a buzzing young community. But it was the Erie … Canal that transformed Rochester into "The Young Lion of the West." Completed in 1825 after a Herculean … vessels --the canal ceased to course through the heart of downtown Rochester; the amazing aqueduct over …
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Frederick Douglass Bicentennial
and legacy of Rochester's favorite son, legendary social reformer Frederick Douglass. Frederick Douglass … is one of the greatest historical figures of all time. His leadership of the abolitionist movement … in Rochester and beyond. -Mayor Lovely A. Warren The Year of Frederick Douglass proclamation was delivered …
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Public Market - Well Over a Century of Service
the village of Rochester only had a few thousand residents and the municipal market was built partially over … Market, Rochester's first major civic undertaking, built on the river's east side between the Andrews … in the community also inspires historic preservation--because the historic elements of the Market are key to making …
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News Release - ROC the Riverway Weekend Set for Oct. 6-8
City of Rochester News Release (Thursday, Sept. 28 … and prosperous Rochester by inspiring hope and delivering opportunity for everyone.” Formerly called River … walks, bicycle and paddle tours, historical presentations, a chance to view the fall salmon run …
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Rochester City Hall
Rochester City Hall …, courts, prohibition control, draft board, the F.B.I. and until the 1930's, the Rochester Main Post Office … Register of Historic Places in 1972 and as a local landmark in 1973, and is recognized as a superb example …
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Walking Tour of High Falls Brown's-Race Historic District
Walking Tour of High Falls Brown's-Race Historic District … Register Historic District and a city Preservation District. A tour of High Falls and Brown's Race features … cultural park that celebrates Rochester's earliest industrial area started during the Flour City era …
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Port of Rochester - A Port of Opportunity
Port of Rochester - A Port of Opportunity …Welcome to the Port of Rochester; Welcome to the Port … of Opportunity! The Port of Rochester is located on Lake Ontario where the Genesee River meets the lake, about 9 …
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Books Sandwiched In: Spring 2021
of Recreation and Human Services for the City of Rochester With A Promised Land, Barack Obama tells the story … education and the landmark moments of the first term of his historic presidency, as well as the reach … and limits of presidential power. Presented by the Friends & Foundation of the Rochester Public Library …
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International Plaza to Open for the Season Thursday
City of Rochester News Release (Tuesday, April 13, 2021 …) — The City of Rochester and Ibero-American Development Corporation announce the opening of the 2021 Market … the historic St. Michael’s Church into a vibrant, colorful outdoor public space that is programmed with retail …
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Edgerton Model Railroad Room - A Community Treasure
Within the city's Edgerton R-Center is an historic … model train room that dates back to 1950. The dazzling displays deftly depict Rochester and many of its … Room was created at the tail end of Rochester and America's bustling train travel era. Although trains …
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News Release - Black History Month Celebrations
City of Rochester News Release (Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2023 …) – The City of Rochester’s slate of Black History Month celebrations kicks off tomorrow with An Evening of Art … or more of our wonderful community events this month.” Mayor Evans will open the Rochester Public Library …
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Black Heritage Month
historic and diverse communities. Currently, he chairs the board of the Rochester Economic Development … City of Rochester Black Heritage Gala: The Art of Blackness Tickets on sale online or can be purchased … at City Hall Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center 6 p.m. Friday, June 14 Juneteenth …
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Rochester Bike Week 2023
Rochester Bike Week 2023 … be found at: reconnectrochester.org/bikeweek The cycling season in Rochester continues with Bike Week 2023 … and skill levels. The purpose is to celebrate biking in the Rochester area and expand the use of bikes …
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Rochester Walks! - Neighborhood Walking Routes and Clubs
Rochester Walks! - Neighborhood Walking Routes and Clubs …! Rochester Walks is a City of Rochester initiative aimed at getting Rochester residents walking, moving …, and becoming more physically active. With a grant from the New York State Department of Health, Rochester …
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Visiting Mount Hope
Policy for Mount Hope Cemetery General Information Mount Hope Cemetery 1133 Mt. Hope Avenue Rochester … reservation and may be designed for a variety of interests (garden clubs, historical societies and social …