Preserving the Rich History of Henderson, New York
Fostering Connection and Appreciation
Our Museum
The Henderson Historical Society is located in the center of Henderson, NY, at the corner of County Routes 71 and 72. Our museum campus consists of three buildings — a former Universalist Church, which houses most of our local artifacts and documents; a furnished 1820s Log Cabin; and the Peters-Stevens Boat Annex, which contains historic boats and nautical artifacts.
Learn about each building below.
Universalist Church
1820s Log Cabin
Peters-Stevens
Boat Annex
Planning Your Visit
The Henderson Historical Society’s museum season runs from mid-May to mid-October every year. We are open on Wednesdays from noon to 3pm and Saturdays from 9am to noon. Admission is FREE, but a small donation is appreciated to help us maintain the museum.
On-site parking is available at no cost, and the main museum building is accessible via a wheelchair ramp. A playground, picnic area and general store are all within walking distance of the museum. Please come visit and let us share a bit of our town’s history!
Genealogy Research
Learning about your ancestors can sometimes be a challenge, but if they lived in Henderson, NY, we are here to help. We have a large collection of local historical records and we can provide genealogy research support by appointment.
Our Mission
To create and operate a Society and Museum in the Town of Henderson for the storage, preservation, and display of objects of historical interest. To acquire by purchase, gift, devise, or otherwise the title to, or custody and control of, historical articles and other valuable mementos of the development of the Henderson area. To gather and preserve books, manuscripts, documents, papers, antiques, relics, tools, implements, weapons, and other items relating to the history of the Henderson area. To preserve and maintain the Museum building.
Officers and Board of Trustees (2024)
| President | Eric Anderson |
| Vice President | Dave Peters |
| Recording Secretary | Elaine Scott |
| Treasurer | John Treadwell |
| Trustee | Donna Alden |
| Trustee | David Peters |
| Trustee | Heidi Honey |
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