Chautauqua County Holding 2nd Annual History Expo on Sunday

"America 250" will be the theme of the 2nd annual CHQ History Expo to be held this Sunday in Mayville. The effort is again being headed up by Chautauqua County Historian Norman Carlson, who says the program will begin with an opening ceremony at 10:00 AM at the Town of Chautauqua Community Municipal Building -- the former Mayville High School -- on Academy Street. Carlson explains the idea behind this event...

Norman Carlson: bringing together local historians

However, Carlson says local historical, genealogical and lineage societies will also be part of the festivities. He says this year's expo is about more than looking back; it's about understanding how Chautauqua County fits into the broader American story as we celebrate our nation's 250th anniversary...

Norman Carlson: celebrating America 250

Carlson will be one of the four lecturers, along with Paul Fardink, Traci Langworthy, and Rhonda Hoffman. Six Chautauqua County communities were named after signers of the Declaration of Independence, and that will be chronicled as well. The History Expo runs from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and admission and parking will be free.