Chautauqua County Historian

08/24/2026

Learn about Paul Busti, the Holland Land Company, and the early settlement of Chautauqua County. 📜💡Presented by John Everett Jones and the Busti Historical Society.

08/11/2026

History enthusiasts from across the region gathered in Mayville for the Second Annual Chautauqua County History Expo, where hundreds of visitors explored local history through exhibits, presentations, demonstrations, and interactive displays celebrating the county's rich heritage.

Submitted by Justin Gould on Wed, 08/05/2026 - 12:00 MAYVILLE, N.Y. – History enthusiasts from across the region gathered in Mayville on Sunday for the Second Annual Chautauqua County History Expo, where hundreds of visitors explored local history through exhibits, presentations, demonstrations, a...

08/02/2026

08/02/2026

🎉 Today's the day! Join us for the Second Annual CHQ History Expo.

The FREE event celebrates Chautauqua County's rich history and America's 250th Anniversary.

🕙 Opening Ceremony begins at 10 AM
📍 Town of Chautauqua Community Municipal Building
2 Academy St., Mayville

Additional parking is available at the Chautauqua County Courthouse.

See today's schedule: 🌐 CHQHistoryExpo.com

08/01/2026

⏰ Tomorrow's the day!

Join us for the Second Annual CHQ History Expo beginning with our Opening Ceremony at 10 AM.

🎤 Four featured speakers
🏛️ Dozens of exhibits
🐴 Horse-drawn carriage rides
🎶 Live music
👨‍👩‍👧 Kids' activities
🍴 Food available during lunch

📍 2 Academy St., Mayville
🕙 10 AM–4 PM

Additional parking is available at the Chautauqua County Courthouse.

🌐 CHQHistoryExpo.com

07/31/2026

🚗 Looking for something to do this weekend?

The FREE CHQ History Expo has something for everyone—history, music, exhibits, kids' activities, genealogy, horse-drawn carriage rides, and more!

📅 Sunday, Aug. 2
🕙 10 AM–4 PM
📍 2 Academy St., Mayville

🌐 CHQHistoryExpo.com

07/31/2026

County Historian Norman Carlson joined Kevin O'Neill on WGRZ - Channel 2, Buffalo’s Daybreak to promote this Sunday’s CHQ History Expo.

🇺🇸 Celebrate America's 250th Anniversary by exploring Chautauqua County's place in our nation's story. Join us:

📅 Sunday, Aug. 2
🕙 10 AM–4 PM
📍 Mayville
🌐 CHQHistoryExpo.com

07/30/2026

🧬 Ever wondered if you have Revolutionary War ancestors?

Learn how during a special genealogy presentation by Rhonda Hoffman at this year's CHQ History Expo!

📅 Sunday, Aug. 2
🕙 10 AM–4 PM
📍 Mayville

🌐 CHQHistoryExpo.com

07/29/2026

🎶 History has a soundtrack!

Don't miss a special performance by the Jamestown Harmony Express during this year's CHQ History Expo.

📅 Sunday, Aug. 2
🕙 10 AM–4 PM
📍 2 Academy St., Mayville

🌐 CHQHistoryExpo.com