Around Geneseo

Geneseo, one of the loveliest and most historic villages in the Finger Lakes region, was founded just after the American Revolution. During its first century, it flourished as a rich agricultural center. In 1871, it became a college town with the establishment of what is today the State University of New York at Geneseo. Around Geneseo, with its exceptional collection of photographs-many never before published-captures the essence of the frontier settlement that blossomed into a center of government, learning, and culture. This exciting history includes not only Geneseo, the hub, but also the surrounding communities of Avon, Groveland, Leicester, Livonia, Mount Morris, and York.

William R. Cook has authored five other books and has taught history at the State University of New York at Geneseo for a third of a century. Daniel J. Schultz is a senior history major at the university. Together, they have created a book that is highly interesting, occasionally humorous, always educational, and often inspiring. Around Geneseo offers residents and visitors alike a glimpse of life that will unlock history, evoke memories, and continue the proud tradition that defines Geneseo.