Veterans Day Event Cancellation

Historic Palmyra Museums regrets to announce that our planned Veterans Day event has been canceled due to unforeseen circumstances.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

Although we are unable to hold this year's event, we want to remind our community that all veterans are always welcome to visit any of our five museums FREE of charge as our small way of saying thank you for their service.

We remain deeply grateful to the brave men and women who have served our country and protected our freedoms.

❤️🤍💙 To all our veterans, thank you for your service, courage, and sacrifice. We honor you today and every day!

Historic Palmyra Museums
5 Museums – 1 Destination

Have you ever wondered about the history that makes Palmyra so famous? Join us for a History walk with a little mystery intertwined. The group will meet at 132 Market St. and leave from there. Dress for the weather and wear comfy shoes, as we will cover just under a mile of Palmyra's intriguing past. Rain or Shine, NO REFUNDS

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Walk through the cemetery for a meet and greet with some very notable Palmyra Citizens. Refreshments are served after each show. The first show starts at 5:30pm, and the second show is at 7:30pm. Each show will leave promptly so allow extra time. Wear comfy shoes as we will walk up and down uneven terrain, and a flashlight for the darker tour at 7:30pm. Rain or Shine, NO REFUNDS.

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Palmyra: History, Mystery & Tragedy Tour
$20PP.
Every town has its stories. Palmyra has more than most.

Join us for a fascinating guided tour through the streets of one of New York's most historic communities. Discover the people, places, and events that shaped Palmyra—from remarkable achievements and local legends to unsolved mysteries and heartbreaking tragedies.

Hear tales of devastating fires, shocking crimes, and extraordinary individuals whose lives left a lasting mark on the community. Explore the hidden stories behind familiar landmarks and uncover the truths, rumors, and folklore that have been passed down through generations.

Join us for an unforgettable evening as we embark on a thrilling walk in the dark, sharing spine-chilling tales of Palmyra's intriguing history, and at the same time, explore the old cemetery and the eerie canal trail. Once we've completed our journey, we’ll return to the haunted museums on Market Street for an immersive investigation into the past, where we’ll attempt to connect with our resident spirits. To enhance the experience, guests will be divided into small groups based on the number of attendees. Paranormal equipment will be provided, but you're welcome to bring your own if you’d like. Don’t miss out—tickets are available for presale only and are limited, so secure yours now!

Curious about Palmyra and how we started, or even got our name? Who's related to Winston Churchill? Join Historic Palmyra for this interesting and informative talk about Palmyra. Admission is $5.00; museum members are free. Doors open at 6:30pm, talk starts at 7, and light refreshments are served after.

Join us at The Port of Palmyra for this amazing opportunity to board the replica Seneca Chief canal boat. Staff will be on deck for tours, so please, Save the Date!! This is one boat you DON'T want to miss!

Join Historic Palmyra for a hands-on project for Father’s Day. Participants can start at any one of our stations to start their printing project. Postcards for dad, printer hats, and other special activities will be on hand! Cost is $10pp. Kids 10 and under- free with a paid adult. The event will be held in Palmyra Print Shop on Market St.

ERIE CANAL WALKING TOUR SCHEDULED FOR TONIGHT IS CANCELED

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Free admission and Free Ice Cream! Join us for an ice cream social with a historic twist! Visit the amazing 5 museums of Historic Palmyra and learn about textiles, Palmyra, the Erie Canal, Printing and the Wm. Phelps General Store. Hot dogs will be available for sale to benefit Historic Palmyra! Museums open at 10am with free events starting at 12-2pm.

Join Historic Palmyra as we talk about the Underground RR and then walk to places that may have been stations.

Join us in the parlor of the Phelps home with your favorite gal, mom. Brunch is served at 11am. and seating is limited to 25. Tickets are $30pp. and presale ONLY. PLEASE NOTE THIS IS SATURDAY MAY 9TH. NO REFUNDS. https://square.link/u/4KNkNj87

Our story takes place at the Alling Coverlet and the opening of a new exhibit of the Guardian of Atzul figurine. The figurine is priceless and comes with a curse. Come see our new exhibit, meet our curator, Sinclair Maudsley, and mingle with our guests. Light dinner and drinks will be served. You won't be disappointed. More info will be available as we get closer. Tickets are $60 pp. and PRESALE ONLY. Tickets on sale starting Jan 1, 2026.

Join Historic Palmyra on this fascinating topic and some of the religions that made up the “district”. Admission is free for members, and a suggested donation of $5 is requested for non-members.

Doors open at 6:30 PM, with the lecture beginning at 7:00 PM. Refreshments will be served in the kitchen following the lecture.

Join Historic Palmyra’s Meghan Leiter as she talks about the women of the American Revolution. Admission is free for members, and a suggested donation of $5 is requested for non-members.

Doors open at 6:30 PM, with the lecture beginning at 7:00 PM. Refreshments will be served in the kitchen following the lecture.

Join Historic Palmyra’s Executive Director, Tracy Murphy, as she talks about the famous Fox Sisters, Margaretta (Maggie) and Catherine (Katie) Fox. Learn how these young girls communicated with spirit in the home in Hydesville (now Newark) and went on to become famous mediums and founders of Modern Spiritualism. Chili and cornbread will be available for the lecture, admission is $10 and includes food.

Join Historic Palmyra and Friends of the Sons and Daughters of St.Annes for a (March) Friday the 13th edition of Shamrocks and Shenanigans! Guest DJ Paul Hamilton will be spinning the tunes as you dance the night away! Plenty of food and friends and drinks to go around, tickets are $30pp and available at the museums and online. Groups can call ahead and reserve a table. Dress Code: GREEN.

Join Historic Palmyra as we explore the important role that African Americans played in Palmyra. This lecture will feature prominent figures such as Jackie Robinson, Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, and more. Admission is free for members, and a suggested donation of $5 is requested for non-members. Doors open at 6:30 PM, with the lecture beginning at 7:00 PM. Refreshments will be served in the kitchen following the lecture.

GRAB IT AND GO!
PRESALE TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW.
Meal includes: Pulled Pork, Mac and Cheese, Cornbread, and coleslaw. Choose from 1 meal $20, a Meal for 2- $30, or a Family (4) meal $50.

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Vintage Tweets is a touching, amusing, and insightful collection of 100-year-old suffrage postcards, the social media of the late 19th century and early 20th century. Carol Crossed’s entertaining narrative explores the meaning behind the illustrations, which represent both domestic and political views of the woman’s
vote.
Doors open at 6:30 pm, program starts at 7 pm. Admission is free to museum members $5 for non-members.

Join Historic Palmyra for an enchanting Holiday House Tour, showcasing the beauty of our historic homes in and around the village.

Join Meghan Leiter as she shares history of Palmyra residents and the American Civil War.

Join us at Rogers Chapel, where you’ll meet your friendly tour guide for a delightful journey through the famous Vienna St. Palmyra Cemetery!

Join us as we discuss the Erie Canal and Palmyra as the “Queen of Canal towns”, a tour of the Erie Canal Depot will follow the lecture.

Happy Birthday Sibyl Phelps! This year we are celebrating Sibyls 130th birthday on the actual day! Ticket prices range from $20 to $65, with a limited number of special VIP tickets available. Be part of this inspiring fundraiser that helps preserve the legacy of the Phelps Family residence and its historic 1826 building.

Interesting tales to be told as we walk the darkened streets of Palmyra.

Creating the Erie Canal

How pioneers and immigrants discovered the intersection of ambition and opportunity in Upstate New York.

Join us on the lawn of the Historical museum for music, food trucks and a movie! Free admission to the Erie Canal Depot, small lecture on the Erie Canal and a ton of fun!