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New book honors local veterans on the 100th anniversary of World War I

New book honors local veterans on the 100th anniversary of World War I

June 1, 2019 admin

Written by Tammy Mullen and published in the Westside News (Spencerport, NY) August 18, 2014 To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the conclusion of World War I, the Parma Hilton Historical Society is unveiling a new book honoring veterans who served from the local area – including Hilton, Parma, Hamlin, Greece, Spencerport and Ogden….

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Happy Anniversary to US!

Happy Anniversary to US!

May 21, 2019 admin

The Parma Hilton Historical Society celebrated its golden anniversary with a grand affair! Joining us in recognition of our fifty-year history were our county and state historians – Caroline Vacca and Devin Lander, respectively. Over 170 members from Parma, Hilton, and our surrounding communities were on hand as we boasted – just a little…

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Nicely Perfect

Nicely Perfect

May 2, 2019 admin

In the May/June 2016 issue of Life in the Finger Lakes, our slice of apple pie received an honorable mention. Re-published, with permission, is James P. Hughes’ article below. But……. before you delve in, let us direct your attention to the featured photograph from the article taken by Hilton’s own Glenn Mullen, who is…

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Dunbar Road Cemetery restoration project launched

Dunbar Road Cemetery restoration project launched

May 1, 2019 admin

Written by David Crumb and published in the Westside News (Spencerport, NY) May 13, 2012 The picturesque old country cemetery located on the south side of West Creek north of Hilton on Lake Avenue and the corner of Dunbar Road is the resting place of Hilton’s pioneer founding fathers. Parma Union Cemetery did not…

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Experience Parma

Experience Parma

April 26, 2019 admin

June 8, 2019 Hilton-Parma Parks and Recreation is once again showcasing all our great community has to offer! We invite you to come and experience local restaurants, beer/wine tastings, civic groups, businesses, churches and recreation department fun! The Council of Churches will be on hand with Hullabaloo and children’s activities of all kinds including…

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April 8, 2019

April 8, 2019

April 8, 2019 admin

7:00 – 8:00 pm John Talcott Wells and his sons built unique barns using soaring trusses instead of the more traditional post and beam construction.  Barb Chapman, Katie Andres and Dick Thomas, of the Wells Barn Legacy Team, will present on the history of Mr. Wells and his sons as well as their unique…

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Who’s Got A Sweet Tooth?

Who’s Got A Sweet Tooth?

April 4, 2019 admin

Imagine walking into your local General Store and seeing sweet treats sitting on the counter. What kid, or adult, could resist the temptation? We sure can’t! Our museum’s General Store display recreates an era of wild-eyed excitement filled with authentic items which were available for purchase “back-in-the-day”. Included in our very own General Store…

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The Great Fire of Main Street, Hilton

The Great Fire of Main Street, Hilton

April 1, 2019 admin

Written by David Crumb, Hilton Village Historian and published in the Westside News (Spencerport, NY) Editor on February 24, 2013 On a quiet cold and damp Sunday morning, March 21, 1965, disaster struck the small village of Hilton, population 1,700, with sudden and awful consequences. This year is the 48th year since the local…

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DocentFest 2019

DocentFest 2019

March 25, 2019 admin

I’ll be hosting Docentfest 2019 on March 23rd at noon, at the PHHS museum. I hope you all can make it, as we have been busy moving things around, and adding new displays. If you have a friend who you think might want to be a docent, please bring them along. I will have…

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Rochester & the Erie Railroad

Rochester & the Erie Railroad

March 14, 2019 admin

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Mr. David Shields of the Rochester and Genesee Valley Railroad Museum will tell us the history of the Erie Railroad and its influence in the Rochester, New York, area.  We will also learn about the Rochester Genesee Valley Railroad Musem, their varied projects and yearly events which are open…

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