
Annual Meeting: Trustees, 2026-27 Officers Elected
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.
NOTICE: The Fenton History Center is closed Feb. 7, 2026

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.

January went by in a flash. We had a very productive two-week shut-down to clean both buildings and organize the behind-the-scenes storage and work areas.

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

The Fenton History Center mourns the loss of Ralph Wayne Leamer, who passed away unexpectedly on December 8, 2025, at his home in Ashville at
About the Fenton The Fenton History Center of Jamestown, N.Y. is seeking a part-time Education Coordinator. Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Education

Fenton Canteen is a monthly event for Veterans to meet other Vets and enjoy coffee, cookies, and camaraderie. It is held on the second Saturday

As the calendar turned to the year 1956, Jamestown residents were all talking about the recent announcement that Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz would be

“The best way to predict your future is to create it.” — Abraham Lincoln 2025 was a busy year. Thank you to the staff, board

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 November Walnut Grove Press covered two Vets Finding Vets events held in October – Patriotic Bingo and the All-Women Veterans Honor Flight. But, October