Mount Morris, New York Area Attractuions   Area Attractions You will receive a warm welcome when you visit us in Mount Morris. Whether coming for a day or an extended visit with family and friends, you will have plenty to do no matter what the season. Letchworth State Park, the renowned "Grand Canyon of the East," is one of the most scenically magnificent areas in the eastern United States. The Genesee River roars through the gorge over three major waterfalls between cliffs as high as 600 feet surrounded by lush forests. The park is a year-round destination offering activities for all ages and abilities. Web Site The Mills Mansion was built in 1836 by General William Augustus Mills. Listed on the National Registry of Historic Places, this Federal style house is the headquarters of the Mount Morris Historical Society, which is responsible for the maintenance and restoration of the structure. Open to the public from June 1-November 1, Friday-Saturday 12:00-4:00 P.M. and by appointment (585) 658-3292. Web Site The Mount Morris Veterans Memorial Park has brought together diverse groups in the Village and Town, as veterans and non-veterans come together to honor those who have served their country in uniform. The Mount Morris Veterans Memorial Park is a testament to what can be done in a small community to honor all veterans, and to educate citizens about the sacrifices of those who have served, are serving, and who will serve their country in the armed forces. The Park is a poignant reminder of the courage and sacrifice of the men and women who served in our military, who were bolstered by the hard working and supportive folks back home. It really is a monument to all. Click HERE for more information. If you would like to purchase an Engraved Memorial Brick, click HERE. The Mount Morris Dam is the largest dam of its type in the East. The dam was built in 1952, at a cost of $20,000,000. The crest is 790 feet and the spillway is 760 feet above sea level. It was built after nearly 100 years of debate, on how to best save to the lower portion of Rochester and rural areas south of the city from flooding. So far the dam has succeeded it's purpose. The visitor center is open Memorial Day through Labor Day and features daily tours. More information is also available by calling (585) 658-4790. Web Site Livingston Arts Center opens fall 2008. Operated by the Genesee Valley Council on the Arts, the county’s official arts agency incorporated in 1967. Located on the historic Livingston County Campus, originally the estate of James R. Murray, Jr. and his son John R. Murray, Jr., New York State acquired the land from then owner Colonel Charles Shepard as the site for a tuberculosis sanatorium. The Arts Center building was a four apartment residence for hospital physicians and their families. It now features the New Deal Gallery, home to Livingston County’s easel painting collection made through FDR’s New Deal programs, Apartment One, a gallery for regional artists’ and special exhibits, the arts council’s offices, and a gift shop. The Arts Center is also a learning site. For hours, tour and class schedules, call (585) 243-6785 or visit the Web Site. Find us at 4 Murray Hill Drive in Mount Morris. The Genesee Valley Greenway is one of hundreds of greenways being developed across the nation along oId canals, abandoned rail beds, and riverbanks. It passes through scenic woodlands, river and stream valleys, rolling farmlands, steep gorges, and historic villages located in sixteen towns in Monroe, Livingston, Wyoming, Allegany, and Cattaraugus counties in New York State. Web Site The Finger Lakes Trail System is the main Finger Lakes Trail (FLT) from the Pennsylvania-New York border in Allegany State Park to the Long Path in the Catskill Forest Preserve. The main FLT is 562.9 miles long. There also are five branch trails and fourteen loop trails that extend from the main FLT. These branch and loop trails currently total 236.0 miles. The Trail System has been and is being built and maintained by 20 organizational and 38 individual and family trail sponsors. All of these groups and individuals are volunteers, except for personnel of the U.S. Forest Service who maintain the 12-mile-long Interloken Trail, one of the FLT System's branch trails. The Finger Lakes Trail Conference, Inc., (FLTC) was organized in 1962 to promote and coordinate the building, maintenance, and protection of the FLT System. The trail system of over 875 miles is located almost equally on private and public land. There are currently over 450 private landowners who allow the trail to be on their land. Web Site The 1941 Historical Aircraft Group Museum is located just North of Mount Morris and is dedicated to the restoration, preservation, display, and flight of aircraft of the World War II and Korean War eras, as well as the recognition of all United States Military personnel for their service and sacrifice. The museum holds an annual Air Show in July which attracts vintage aircraft and visitors from all over the world. For more information, you can call the museum at (585) 243-2100. Web Site Genesee Country Village & Museum, located in Mumford, only 30 minutes from Mt. Morris via Route 36 North. Enjoy visits to 68 historic 19th century buildings (the largest collection in the northeast) that includes, for example, a print shop, general store, blacksmith, pottery, farms with oxen and other animals. Take in a 19th century base ball game, discover 4 centuries of art in the Gallery of Wildlife and Sporting Art, and explore 5 miles of nature center trails. Special events are scheduled most weekends, such as 1812 War re-enactments, Fourth of July, Agricultural Fair. For a detailed listing of events, sign up for monthly email updates (jmarkham@gcv.org). Web Site Legends are made in Mount Morris. Come share the greatness with us!