Our Mission
Chartered by the New York State Board of Regents in 2000, the Sheridan Historical Society is a private, non-profit educational corporation working to promote a greater knowledge of and appreciation for the history of Sheridan, New York.
To advance our mission we:
- encourage original research in local history
- collect Sheridan-related artifacts and memorabilia
- sponsor exhibits and educational programming
- support the preservation and marking of historic sites in the town
Sheridan Historical Center
Our Historical Center is located at the very center of Sheridan, on the corner of U.S. Route 20 and Center Road. It houses two floors of displays chronicling Sheridan’s agricultural history, daily life, schools, and organizations. We are open seasonally on select days or by appointment. Please call (716) 673-1822 for more information or to make an appointment.
Our home has a story of its own to tell. It was built in 1929 by the local chapter of the Independent Order of the Odd Fellows. Located at the heart of town, it quickly became a community gathering spot. For the latter part of the 20th century, it functioned as the Sheridan town hall.
VISIT US:
The Historical Center is open seasonally on select days or by appointment. Please check our events calendar below or consider following us on Facebook.
Upcoming Events
Mon, May 26, 2025
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Memorial Day Open house
Sheridan Historical Center, corner of U.S. Route 20 and Center Road
Tues, June 10, 205
5-7 p.m. open Hours
7 p.m. Guest Lecture: A Peek at Prohibition in Chautauqua county with Karen Livsey & Sam Genco
Sheridan Historical Center, corner of U.S. Route 20 and Center Road
Tues., June 24, 2025
5-7 p.m. Open Hours
7 p.m. Guest Lecture: Sheridan clay: Can You Dig It? with Ron Nasca, Local Potter
Sheridan Historical Center, corner of U.S. Route 20 and Center Road
July 15-20, 2025
Chautauqua County Fair
check out our Exhibit in Floral Hall
Chautauqua County Fairgrounds, Central Avenue, Dunkirk, NY
Wed, July 23, 2025
6:30 P.M. New Horizons Band Concert
Bring your own chair. Refreshments available.
Sheridan Municipal Complex, 2773 Route 20, Sheridan, NY
Mon, July 28, 2025
4-6 p.m. open Hours
Sheridan Historical Center, corner of U.S. Route 20 and Center Road
Sat, August 23, 2025
10 a.m.-4 p.m. Chautauqua County History Expo
featuring displays by museums & historical societies from around the county, including the SHS
Fluvanna Community Church, 3363 Fluvanna Ave, Jamestown, NY
Mon, August 25, 2025
4-6 p.m. open Hours
Sheridan Historical Center, corner of U.S. Route 20 and Center Road
Tues, November 4, 2025
10 a.m.-3 p.m. Annual Election Day open house & bake sale
Sheridan Historical Center, corner of U.S. Route 20 and Center Road
By appointment
To make an appointment to tour our Historical Center, please call (716) 960-9026 or (716) 673-1822
Sheridan Historical Center, corner of U.S. Route 20 and Center Road