Cambria Historical Society and Museum open house to feature live music, basket raffles, food truck

The Cambria Historical Society and Museum announced an open house event set for 2-5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, in the field adjacent to the museum at 4153 Lower Mountain Road, Lockport. The event will feature an array of activities suitable for all ages.

Organizers said, “Attendees will have the unique opportunity to explore our rich history through free guided museum tours, where they can view our latest exhibits and discover fascinating local lore. The day will also feature live music from popular local band Yellow Jack, and veteran songsters John Dudley & Friends, providing a lively backdrop to the festivities. Yellow Jack’s set will be themed for the occasion, featuring traditional and original songs featuring Western New York canal history, the War of 1812, and other local fare.

“Highlighting the community spirit, the event will include a basket raffle with items generously donated by local businesses and artisans.”

“This is a fantastic way to support the historical society while enjoying high-quality, locally-crafted products.”

A food truck will be onsite, operated by Griffon Brewery and Gastropub, offering guests a taste of local cuisine as they mingle and enjoy the day's offerings.

Cambria Historical Society and Museum President Jim Ellis said, "This open house is a celebration of our community's rich heritage. We invite everyone to join us for an afternoon of history, music and fun. It's a fantastic opportunity to connect with our past while enjoying the vibrant culture of Cambria today."

Treasurer Dennis Reed Jr. added, "We're excited to showcase our latest exhibits and share stories that have shaped our region. The live music, basket raffles and food trucks are just the icing on the cake. We can't wait to welcome everyone to this special event."

Cambria Historical Society and Museum (Photos by Dennis Reed Jr.)

Monthly meetings

The Town of Cambria Historical Society hosts monthly meetings and events that are open to the public. They can be viewed on the website calendar and the Facebook page

A press release noted, “The mission of the Cambria Historical Society is to research, record and preserve the history of the Town of Cambria, New York, to maintain a museum for the presentation of such history to the populace, to present the history of the town publicly, and to conduct educational programs on the history of the town and region.”
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