Guidebook for Seneca Falls
Historic
Tells the story of the first Women's Rights Convention held in Seneca Falls, NY on July 19-20,1848. The park consists of four major historical properties including the Wesleyan Methodist Church, which was the site of the Seneca Falls Convention, the first women's rights convention. The Elizabeth Cady Stanton House, and the homes of other early women's rights activists (the M'Clintock House and the Richard Hunt House) are also on display. The park includes a visitor center and an education and cultural center housing the Suffrage Press Printshop.
19 locals recommend
Women's Rights National Historical Park
136 Fall StreetTells the story of the first Women's Rights Convention held in Seneca Falls, NY on July 19-20,1848. The park consists of four major historical properties including the Wesleyan Methodist Church, which was the site of the Seneca Falls Convention, the first women's rights convention. The Elizabeth Cady Stanton House, and the homes of other early women's rights activists (the M'Clintock House and the Richard Hunt House) are also on display. The park includes a visitor center and an education and cultural center housing the Suffrage Press Printshop.
The National Women’s Hall of Fame (NWHF/The Hall), founded in 1969, is the nation’s first and oldest non-profit organization and museum dedicated to honoring and celebrating the achievements of distinguished American women. In pursuit of its mission, “Showcasing great women… Inspiring all!”, the National Women’s Hall of Fame honors the women of the past and present, relates the history of women’s struggles, prepares the women of the future, and serves as the voice celebrating the value of women.
24 locals recommend
National Women's Hall of Fame
1 Canal StThe National Women’s Hall of Fame (NWHF/The Hall), founded in 1969, is the nation’s first and oldest non-profit organization and museum dedicated to honoring and celebrating the achievements of distinguished American women. In pursuit of its mission, “Showcasing great women… Inspiring all!”, the National Women’s Hall of Fame honors the women of the past and present, relates the history of women’s struggles, prepares the women of the future, and serves as the voice celebrating the value of women.
Sightseeing
Discover why Seneca Falls has no falls and the history of the amazing town.
Seneca Museum of Waterways and Industry
89 Fall StDiscover why Seneca Falls has no falls and the history of the amazing town.
Trinity Church was built in 1885 in the Anglo-Gothic style. It is famous for its rising tower and stained glass, some of which were made by the Louis Tiffany Studios.
Trinity Episcopal Church
27 Fall St Trinity Church was built in 1885 in the Anglo-Gothic style. It is famous for its rising tower and stained glass, some of which were made by the Louis Tiffany Studios.
Montezuma is situated in the middle of one of the most active flight lanes in the Atlantic Flyway. It provides resting, feeding, and nesting habitat for waterfowl and other migratory birds.
56 locals recommend
Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge
3395 US-20Montezuma is situated in the middle of one of the most active flight lanes in the Atlantic Flyway. It provides resting, feeding, and nesting habitat for waterfowl and other migratory birds.
Seneca Falls has long believed itself to be the inspiration for Bedford Falls in the film classic It’s a Wonderful Life. Each year, our town celebrates with an It's A Wonderful Life Festival the second weekend in December. But the Museum is open all year round. Open Tuesday-Saturday
11:00am-4:00pm
(Closed for major holidays)
Admission: Free
11 locals recommend
Wonderful Life Museum, Seneca
76 Fall StSeneca Falls has long believed itself to be the inspiration for Bedford Falls in the film classic It’s a Wonderful Life. Each year, our town celebrates with an It's A Wonderful Life Festival the second weekend in December. But the Museum is open all year round. Open Tuesday-Saturday
11:00am-4:00pm
(Closed for major holidays)
Admission: Free
A beautiful, mostly shaded gravel/dirt path trail walking alongside the canal and viewing sculptures along the way. Starts right in town and is about a half mile + long one way.
Ludovico Sculpture Trail
Ludovico Sculpture TrailA beautiful, mostly shaded gravel/dirt path trail walking alongside the canal and viewing sculptures along the way. Starts right in town and is about a half mile + long one way.
Parks & Nature
Most expansive public waterfront area on Seneca Lake. Spectacular view from the top end of the lake. Swimming, walking, biking, boat launches, docks, Marina.
41 locals recommend
Seneca Lake State Park
1 Lake Front DrMost expansive public waterfront area on Seneca Lake. Spectacular view from the top end of the lake. Swimming, walking, biking, boat launches, docks, Marina.
Fabulous waterfall hike up the gorge . . . a must!!! Can be busy in the peak summer months.
437 locals recommend
Watkins Glen State Park
1009 N Franklin StFabulous waterfall hike up the gorge . . . a must!!! Can be busy in the peak summer months.
It is the tallest single-drop waterfall east of the Rocky Mountains and taller than Niagara Falls. Offers hiking and nature trails along the top of the gorge and also below. The park includes a stretch of Cayuga Lake's shoreline, where swimming, fishing, and a boat launch are available. In the winter, the park offers facilities and trails for ice-skating, sledding, and cross-country skiing.
507 locals recommend
Taughannock Falls State Park
1740 Taughannock Blvd It is the tallest single-drop waterfall east of the Rocky Mountains and taller than Niagara Falls. Offers hiking and nature trails along the top of the gorge and also below. The park includes a stretch of Cayuga Lake's shoreline, where swimming, fishing, and a boat launch are available. In the winter, the park offers facilities and trails for ice-skating, sledding, and cross-country skiing.
Shopping
Sauders Store is an genuine Mennonite country store that is packed with fresh produce, bulk packaged goods, local meats and cheese, jams, pickled items and so much more. Attached is their shop that features handmade furniture. So worth a visit!
21 locals recommend
Sauders
2146 River RdSauders Store is an genuine Mennonite country store that is packed with fresh produce, bulk packaged goods, local meats and cheese, jams, pickled items and so much more. Attached is their shop that features handmade furniture. So worth a visit!
WomanMade Products specializes in products made by women, from women owned companies and inspired by women. WomanMade Products has found a special home in Seneca Falls that is home to Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Amelia Bloomer and the first women’s newspaper “The Lily.” Seneca Falls is also the location of the first convention for women’s rights in 1848, the Women’s Rights National Historical Park and the National Women’s Hall of Fame.
8 locals recommend
WomanMade Products
91 Fall St WomanMade Products specializes in products made by women, from women owned companies and inspired by women. WomanMade Products has found a special home in Seneca Falls that is home to Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Amelia Bloomer and the first women’s newspaper “The Lily.” Seneca Falls is also the location of the first convention for women’s rights in 1848, the Women’s Rights National Historical Park and the National Women’s Hall of Fame.
Waterloo Premium Outlets
655 NY-318Essentials
Tops Friendly Markets
3865 Union Rd
Walmart Supercenter
1860 N Rd
ALDI
2065 New York 5
Byrne Dairy and Deli
353 Waterloo Geneva RdQuick in town convenience store with just the basics.
Day Spa and Salon on Van Cleef Lake
Looking for a little pampering on your get-a-way . . . mani/pedi, facial, heavenly massage, hair cut . . . all using Aveda products. This is a fabulous salon and day spa that is only a block from our house. It is located in a newly renovated historic building on the water with an open and spacious interior and stylish decor. Highly recommended!
Elements on Van Cleef
31 Fall StreetLooking for a little pampering on your get-a-way . . . mani/pedi, facial, heavenly massage, hair cut . . . all using Aveda products. This is a fabulous salon and day spa that is only a block from our house. It is located in a newly renovated historic building on the water with an open and spacious interior and stylish decor. Highly recommended!
Food scene
THE NAME HAS very recently CHANGED TO "FLINT & STAVE"
The address is still the same. I am not sure, as of 7/16, if the menu is still tapas as well as main courses. It has a delightful ambiance. I will update soon!
6 locals recommend
84 Fall
84 Fall StTHE NAME HAS very recently CHANGED TO "FLINT & STAVE"
The address is still the same. I am not sure, as of 7/16, if the menu is still tapas as well as main courses. It has a delightful ambiance. I will update soon!