Visit Fenton History Center

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Fenton Mansion is a landmark, lending distinction and elegance to the passing scene. In its continuing mission as the center for education and preservation of a unique local heritage, it is a valuable cultural institution in the city of Jamestown, New York. The museum embraces its original authenticity by featuring a number of period rooms, its mission to preserve of history at the local and national level and through its educational programming and its dedication to veterans. The Fenton History Center also features elegant period rooms, the most notable of which, is the Fenton Drawing Room. Recreated in 1989, it exhibits some of the museums finest artifacts and is the perfect example of Victorian décor. The museum features a number of permanent and rotating exhibits.

Learn about the foundation of Jamestown’s industries on this walking tour. Beginning at the Fenton History Center and progressing through the pioneer period to the early 1900s, and never leaving the area around Brooklyn Square. Walking tours begin at 10:30 AM, pre-registration required. 

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