by David Haas I was recently invited to 304 Walnut Place by some of the members of the Epsilon Phi Chapter of Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity at Syracuse University. An alumni named Salvatore reached out to me asking me to research the history of the home, and what I found was beyond fascinating! The home was […]
This old Advent Christian Church in Penfield, New York is now repurposed as offices. by Chris Clemens I grew up in the town of Penfield and passed through the village countless times as a child. At that time I hadn’t honed my affinity for preservation or even sacred spaces, or even history itself really. Thinking […]
Panama Rocks Scenic Park in Chautauqua County is the most extensive glacier-cut, ocean-quartz conglomerate in the world. Since 1885, the park has greeted visitors seeking a hiking experience among the magical rock outcroppings. As one of the top-rated destinations in the region, Panama Rocks absolutely belongs on any Upstate New York bucket list. by Chris […]
While most people haven’t heard of Bouckville, anyone who shops seriously for antiques knows it well. This small Central New York town in Madison County is home to some of the busiest and best antiquing in the state. by Chris Clemens Do a search for “antiques in Upstate NY” and see what you find. There […]
There is no scientifically perfect answer for determining the center of a state and there’s a lot of disagreement about its location. Still, most experts agree that the center of New York State is in Pratt’s Hollow. by Chris Clemens I’m intrigued by points like “highest elevation” or “geographical center” of a certain area. Admittedly, […]