With spring in the air, it’s the perfect time to tune up your historic windows! Join Steve Jordan—who has been glazing windows for more than 50 years—for a hands-on workshop focused on the essential skills of traditional sash glazing. Participants will learn how to remove old putty, replace broken glass, cut glass, prep and paint ... Read more
Ellwanger Garden, brimming with rare and beautiful perennials, is open to the public on select Sundays in May. Located at 625 Mt. Hope Avenue, Rochester’s “secret garden” is maintained by The Landmark Society of Western New York. This living preservation site, established in 1867 by famed Rochester nurseryman George Ellwanger, boasts eight different kinds of perennials, including collections of peonies, roses, daylilies, hostas, irises and spring and summer flowering bulbs. The garden will ... Read more
Ellwanger Garden, brimming with rare and beautiful perennials, is open to the public on select Sundays in May. Located at 625 Mt. Hope Avenue, Rochester’s “secret garden” is maintained by The Landmark Society of Western New York. This living preservation site, established in 1867 by famed Rochester nurseryman George Ellwanger, boasts eight different kinds of perennials, including collections of peonies, roses, daylilies, hostas, irises and spring and summer flowering bulbs. The garden will ... Read more
Ellwanger Garden, brimming with rare and beautiful perennials, is open to the public on select Sundays in May. Located at 625 Mt. Hope Avenue, Rochester’s “secret garden” is maintained by The Landmark Society of Western New York. This living preservation site, established in 1867 by famed Rochester nurseryman George Ellwanger, boasts eight different kinds of perennials, including collections of peonies, roses, daylilies, hostas, irises and spring and summer flowering bulbs. The garden will ... Read more
As part of The Landmark Society of Western New York’s annual Jubilee celebration, we are excited to present this year’s special event: Stage & Story: At the HeART of Preservation — a refreshed take on our longtime tradition that celebrates the powerful connections between historic preservation, community, culture, and the performing arts.This year’s celebration will ... Read more
Ellwanger Garden, brimming with rare and beautiful perennials, is open to the public on select Sundays in May. Located at 625 Mt. Hope Avenue, Rochester’s “secret garden” is maintained by The Landmark Society of Western New York. This living preservation site, established in 1867 by famed Rochester nurseryman George Ellwanger, boasts eight different kinds of perennials, including collections of peonies, roses, daylilies, hostas, irises and spring and summer flowering bulbs. The garden will ... Read more
The Landmark Society’s 2026 House and Garden Tour is delighted to bring guests to a never-before-seen neighborhood on glorious lakeside Beach Avenue! Discover the 2026 House & Garden Tour, showcasing a distinctive collection of residences along Beach Avenue and historically significant buildings throughout the Charlotte Beach neighborhood. Each featured home and community space reflects thoughtful stewardship—whether ... Read more
Island Odyssey: Malta, Sicily, and the Greek Isles June 13-22, 2026 WAIT LIST STILL AVAILABLE. Malta, Sicily, Greece, and the Greek Isles will be your ports of call when you indulge yourself for ten amazing days on this luxury yacht with all food, drink, excursions, and gratuities included. Enjoy the history, architecture, food, and wine ... Read more
Saturday, June 20th, from 10am - 4pm Join The Landmark Society and Brian Daddis Heritage Masonry for a hands-on workshop at Historic Houseparts in Rochester. Learn the essential skills for maintaining and restoring historic masonry - perfect for homeowners, property managers, or anyone passionate about traditional building techniques. Participants will receive a detailed workshop packet ... Read more
Cocktails & Carburetors returns in 2026! We are revving up the engines to return to Titan Motorworks on Friday September 18th from 5PM to 8PM for another evening of great food, great drink, great cars, and great friends. Again this year, Max Rochester will be catering, the Mystic Sisters Band will be playing, and the ... Read more
