As the school year begins and memories of summer begin to fade, it’s time to immerse ourselves in history and learn more about our surroundings that offer a respite from the hustle and bustle of life. All are invited to attend the Williamson-Pultneyville Historical Society’s (W-PHS) first fall 2024 program on September 4th about the history of B. Forman Park… Wayne County’s first park where many lifelong memories will be made.
The September W-PHS program will feature a cast of characters presenting a human timeline chronicling the park’s history and historical events throughout the years. Located on the southern shore of Lake Ontario, just one mile east of the historic hamlet of Pultneyville, the park is as steeped in history as the hamlet itself. From farmland, orchards and homes of early settlers to the northernmost terminus of the Underground Railroad in Wayne County; and from a summer camp for private employees to a stunning transformation of beautiful grounds, B. Forman Park is enjoyed by the public today thanks to the generosity of a prominent Rochester family who donated the land to Wayne County. Located on the lake’s shore, the perfectly manicured 25-acre park welcomes residents and visitors from near and far who are quickly captivated by its sweeping lake views, captivating beauty and fascinating history, some of which is documented on outdoor kiosks.
The program for Wednesday, September 4, will be presented at 7 p.m. in the historic Gates Hall, the oldest continuously operating small community theater in the country, 4107 Lake Road, Pultneyville, for the
W-PHS is the sole administrator. This program, which is free and open to the public, promises to delight its audience and fulfills the long-held dream of Dottie Howland, the director of this program, to share this wonderful story.
