Pultneyville Historical Society -"Sailors' Farewell Tour of Homes"

"Sailors' Farewell Tour of Homes"
June 14, 2008
10am-4pm

The Pultneyville Historical Society is preparing for its first “Sailors’ Farewell Tour of Homes” on June 14 th , 2008! The last time the Society was involved in a local house tour was approximately 15 years ago. The event was an overwhelming success, bringing not only community residents, but also people from the larger surrounding area!
The theme for this tour is based on Pultneyville's long maritime history with the title of
"Sailors' Farewell". Captains and crews would leave from this port, bidding farewell to many local families, neighbors, and business associates.

The agenda for this year's tour includes ten homes of varied history and architecture. Among these:

You will visit the location of the Sailors Farewell Dance, which was often held the evening before departure on these perilous voyages.

A local Captain's historic residence is included in today's adventure.

You will see homes that played an important role in the history of The Underground Railroad.

You will visit a home that reports the lowest sea level elevation on Lake Ontario 's Southern shore.

The Young Sommer Winery on Jersey Road has also been included for your pleasure as an introduction to a new exciting local winery, which will see future inclusion on a NY State Winery Trail from the Williamson area.

Other exciting features are planned for your enjoyable day walking or riding through Historic Pultneyville.

Parking will be available to the local homes at the Pultneyville Reformed Church and the Pultneyville Grill restaurant. Those needing closer parking may park at the old hotel, which is part of the tour.

A buffet lunch will be available between 11:30 am and 3 pm at The Pultneyville Grill, located in The Landing At Pultneyville , which overlooks Pultneyville Harbor . Current planning includes soup & salad choices, veggies, meat entree, and soft drinks. Price includes tax and tip. This historic beautiful refurbished building is located adjacent to the site of local shipbuilding during the late 19th century. The Artisans Loft is located next to the Pultneyville Grill and presents works of many local and area artists with different artistic mediums.

This promises to be a fun and exciting day. Click here to print out the Tour ticket order form and follow the mailing instructions to receive your advance tickets.