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The Historic Mentz Church, owned by the Town of Montezuma, is now the home of the Montezuma Historical Society chartered in March 2006. The Montezuma Historical Society's mission is to foster local community pride in our heritage to ensure that our history will be preserved and appreciated for generations to come. We are committed to encouraging public interest by sponsoring historical meetings, educational programs, and supporting preservation of our historical resources. The following programs are scheduled for 2009 and are open to the public. 2011 EVENT SCHEDULE Saturday, May 14 - 10:00 AM (Raindate: Sunday, May 15) Antique Tractor Ride & Show - Historic Mentz Church, Mentz Church & McDonald Roads, Montezuma In conjunction with New York Heritage Weekend, the Finger Lakes Antique Tractor Club will meet at the church to take a rural country ride with their tractors. Upon returning to the church tractors will be on exhibit and lunch will be served on the church lawn. There will also be an exhibit of hand-crafted model agricultural machinery by Norm Riley in the church. Reservations for lunch are required. Call Stan Longyear for more information at 315-776-4656. Monday, May 30th - 2:00 PM Memorial Day Heritage Park Trail Dedication The first trail of the Montezuma Heritage Park will be named and dedicated in honor of former Town Supervisor and Commander of the Montezuma VFW, Byron Lapp. A ribbon cutting ceremony will take place near the trailhead next to the Montezuma Fire Department. Call Cheryl Longyear at 315-776-4656 Sunday, June 12th - 5 PM Montezuma Historical Society 5th Anniversary Dinner & Annual Meeting Guest Speakers will be Dr. Dave and Liz Beebe, Camillus Erie Canal Park Election of officers for the Board of Trustees will also be held at this meeting. Reservations are required. Call Cheryl Longyear at 315-776-4656 Sunday, July 17 Chappell/Gilmore Family Reunion Church Service - Historic Mentz Church, Mentz Church & McDonald Roads, Montezuma The Chappell and Gilmore families were early settlers to the area of Mentz Corners. They were involved with building and establishing the Historic Mentz Church when it was organized in 1825. Families from all over the country will be returning to the area for a family reunion, and will gather at the church for a service and celebration of their family heritage. Saturday, August 13 - 9:00 - 3:00 PM 2nd Annual Canal Splash Tour, Weedsport, Port Byron, and Montezuma As part of the statewide Canal Splash event, join the MHS on a day-long celebration of the Erie Canal sponsored jointly with Old Brutus Historical Society in Weedsport and the Lock 52 Historical Society in Port Byron. We will follow the Erie Canal westward through Cayuga County following water through the three canal villages. More more information with time schedules and details may be located at: http://canalsplashblogspot.com Sunday, September 18 - Noon - 4:00 PM A Stitch in Time Quilt Show - Historic Mentz Church, Mentz Church & McDonald Roads, Montezuma The show will feature a display in the church of new and antique quilts of the area. Area quilters will demonstrate various quilting techniques. Donation: $3.00 Tuesday, November 8 - 8:00 AM - ? Annual Harvest Election Day Bake Sale - Montezuma Town Hall, 8102 Dock Street, Montezuma Don't forget to vote!! Bring home delicious homemade baked goods made and donated to benefit the Montezuma Historical Society's continued work to preserve the history of Montezuma. Bring a Lawn Chair Sit Back, Relax and Enjoy Country Living at Its Best!

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