Geneva Public Library Digital Collection

Geneva Public Library

Bike rides in Genesee Park - Image Source

Collection Facts

Extent:

131

Dates of Original:

1870 - 1900; 1930 - 1949; 1950 - 1960

Historical Context

Geneva is located on the Northern end of Seneca Lake, within the boundaries of both Seneca and Ontario Counties in New York State. The region was originally inhabited by the Seneca, the westernmost tribe of the Iroquois. European-American settlers arrived to the region in the late 18th century and Geneva became officially incorporated as a village in 1806.

Scope of Collection

These photos portray local buildings, people, and events, such as the Sesquicentennial Celebration, WWI and WWII, building fires, groundbreakings, Seneca Lake steamers, and more.