Jamestown Attractions
James Prendergast, the founder of Jamestown, built the first dam and sawmill in 1811. It became one of the leading producers of furniture and wood products. Midway Park is located in nearby Maple Springs, if features swimming and picnicking opportunities and several amusement rides.
Art Gallery
The gallery is located in the James Prendergast Library. 19th and 20th century French, German and American paintings are on display.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | Closed |
| Close | 20:30 | 20:30 | 17:00 | 20:30 | 20:30 | 16:00 |
Audubon Center and Sanctuary
Jamestown Audubon Society maintains a 600 acre wildlife sanctuary with nature trails, an arboretum, towers, overlooks and wildlife habitats. The Nature Center Building offers educational and environmental exhibits, mounted bird specimens and a panoramic viewing area.
Hours
March 1 to October 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 |
November 1 to February 28
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 10:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 |
Discounts on
Sunday
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Lucy-Desi Museum
Exhibits at the Lucy-Desi Museum feature the lives and careers of Desi Arnaz and Jamestown-native Lucille Ball. Their personal and professional lives are highlighted through changing exhibits. Exhibits at the Desilu Playhouse feature recreations of the "I Love Lucy" sets, such as original costumes and production equipment with interactive displays and special screenings.
Lucy-Desi Museum
10 West Third Street
Jamestown, NY 14701
United States
10 West Third Street
Jamestown, NY 14701
United States
Phone 1 (716) 484-0800
Fax 1 (716) 484-1018
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 16:00 |
Always opened on:
New Year's Eve (December 31)
Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24)
Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24)
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Memorial Day - USA (last Monday, May )
American Independance Day (July 4)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
Memorial Day - USA (last Monday, May )
American Independance Day (July 4)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
Roger Tory Peterson Institute of Natural History
The Roger Tory Peterson Institute is located on 27 wooded acres that include trails and a butterfly garden. This national center for nature has hosted numerous traveling wildlife art and photography shows.
Roger Tory Peterson Institute
311 Curtis Street
Jamestown, NY 14701
United States
311 Curtis Street
Jamestown, NY 14701
United States
Phone 1 (716) 665-2473
Fax 1 (716) 665-3794
Hours
January 2 to March 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | Closed |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
April 1 to December 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
New Year's Eve (December 31)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
Good Friday - Christian (Apr 06)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
New Year's Eve (December 31)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
Good Friday - Christian (Apr 06)
