In Memoriam: Barbara Washburg 1948-2026
The Fenton History Center remembers Barbara June Courtney Washburg, who passed away on April 7, 2026, at the age of 78.Born in Jamestown on September
NOTICE: The Fenton History Center is closed Feb. 7, 2026
The Fenton History Center remembers Barbara June Courtney Washburg, who passed away on April 7, 2026, at the age of 78.Born in Jamestown on September

The Fenton History Center Lecture Series opened on Tuesday, April 21 at 7 p.m. in the dining room of the Gov. Reuben Fenton Mansion with

The Fenton History Center’s Historic Walking Tours return for the 2026 season beginning Saturday, June 6 at 10 a.m., kicking off a full summer of

The Fenton History Center’s 11th trivia tournament was a success! We moved the event to March in an attempt to hold the event when the

Q1. What carbonated soft drink was originally known as “Brad’s Drink?”Q2. In 1886, what was the population of Jamestown?Q3. What was a regular Saturday potpourri

The 64th Annual Meeting of the Fenton Historical Society of Jamestown, New York was held Sunday, February 1, 2026, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Q1. What year was the trolley system converted to electricity?Q2. On what street was the Jamestown Alpaca Mills built in 1874?Q3. Who enforced the air

Q1. How did Shea’s Cleaners get its name?Q2. What was the theme song for the JHS Band in the 1985-1986 season?Q3. Who owned the Columbia

The Fenton History Center kicked off the holiday season on November 15 with its 6th Annual Fenton Holiday Craft Fair, welcoming visitors into the Fenton

Q1. What local musician played for Lucille Ball, Eddie Arnold, and Bob Hope?Q2. Who built the Moose Lodge?Q3. How many jeeps were used by the