EVENTS & INFORMATION

Upcoming Events

The following is a list of upcoming events. See Lucy Bensley Center/Concord Historical Society Facebook page for additional details for special events.

NOV 2024

Lucy Bensley Center Wednesdays 9 AM – 3 PM

All other buildings Saturdays 11 AM – 2 PM with Christmas Extravaganza Sale every Saturday

Music Tuesdays 2 – 4 PM
Public Welcome




DEC 2024

Campus schedule as shown for November

Christmas Extravaganza Sale continues every Saturday through DEC 14th.
11 AM – 2 PM

DEC 7th - Concord Country Christmas at CHS Campus from 10 AM– 2 PM Bake Sale, Music, SANTA, Movies for kids

DEC 14 - CHS Campus open for Very Merry Main Street 11 AM-5 PM

DEC 31st CHS Campus on Franklin Street to close for winter until March 2025 except by appointment only.
716-592-0094

JAN 2025

Campus on Franklin Street closed until March

Weather permitting the Lucy Bensley Center open Wednesdays 9 AM – 3 PM

JAN 22nd
Annual all-CHS member gathering at NOON at Lucy Bensley Ctr. Soup & sandwich lunch will be followed by an informational meeting.

FEB 2025

Campus on Franklin Street closed until March

Weather permitting the Lucy Bensley Center open Wednesdays 9 AM – 3 PM

Planned Tour Pan-American Expo exhibit/displays - Date and location TBD

MAR 2025

Campus on Franklin Street closed until March

Weather permitting the Lucy Bensley Center open Wednesdays 9 AM – 3 PM

APR 2025

April 5 th CHS Campus reopens Saturdays 11 AM - 2 PM tours, gift shop & movies

Music Tuesdays resumes 6-8PM – Public welcome

Lucy Bensley Center open Wednesdays 9 AM – 3 PM

Check on Facebook - Lucy Bensley/Concord Historical Society for spring events

Become a Member Today!

CHS membership brings many benefits!

     - A great way to show pride in our community, and being part of something that celebrates our common heritage
     
     - You always come away with more than you give. So many great stories from our visitors and fellow members.

     - It’s the terrific feeling the volunteer develops from sharing, and the appreciation of our visitors. Their smiles tell it all.

     - Other benefits include:
- Become a part of the ongoing history of your community
- There are so many great stories to tell and so much to learn, both from your fellow members and our visitors
- It's the satisfaction the volunteers get from sharing our history.

For more information on becoming a member of the Concord Historical Community, please visit Get Involved!

Rotating Exhibit Information

FREE exhibit area for local clubs, organizations, and businesses to tell the story of their history. Visitors can enjoy the great contributions your group has made to our local area, for two months. Join the many who have utilized the Rotating Exhibit to increase awareness of what you have to offer! For more info, please fill out our Contact Form here.

Venue Availability for Groups

Imagine holding your next gathering on nostalgic "Main Street" Springville, in climate controlled comfort. Seating for up to 75, complete with sound system and projection screen. Catering is available, making your next family, friends, or business event one to truly remember. For more information on renting our facility, please fill out our Contact Form here.

Volunteer with us!

Want to bring a smile to a visitor's face? Become a volunteer guide at one of our great venues.  Help us share the stories that made Springville and the Town of Concord what it is today! Assist our Curator with cataloging our vast collection of research at the "Lucy". Enjoy all the benefits that come with being a volunteer. Hours are flexible to meet your schedule. It's an easy and fun way to meet new people! Please visit Get Involved for more information!

Campus Schedule


Lucy Bensley Center :: 23 North Buffalo Street

     - Phone :: 716-592-0094
     - E-Mail :: LucyBensleyCenter@gmail.com
     - Hours ::  See schedule above

Concord Mercantile :: 17 Franklin Street
     - Hours :: See schedule above

Heritage Building :: 17 Franklin Street
     - Hours :: See schedule above

Warner Museum & Carriage House :: 98 East Main Street
     
- Hours :: See schedule above