This fall the Geneva Historical Society will host a continuation of our program, Community Conversations: Dialogues About Geneva History, with a new installment focused on the history of Geneva during the Second World War. Gather with veterans and members of the community to discuss Geneva and Genevans’ service in World War II. From the construction of the Seneca Army Depot and Sampson Naval Training Station, to the service of hundreds of men from Geneva, to the boomtown growth of the city, World War II had a profound effect on Geneva and its residents.

This informal program is an opportunity to learn and to share. Following a brief overview of the history of Geneva during the war, Society staff will share some of the material from our collection related to World War II. We will then open up the conversation to questions, personal stories, and observations from people in attendance. We are collaborating with the American Legion to present this program and will hold it at the American Legion Winnek Post #396 at 1115 Lochland Road, Geneva, NY.

The public is welcome to attend the discussion and take part in the conversation. We especially encourage veterans of World War II to join us. Participants are can bring documents, photographs, or other materials related to Geneva’s war years to share. For more information about the program, call the Geneva Historical Society at 315-789-5151.