This beloved community event returns on July 11, 2026, offering you the chance to explore lovingly tended gardens and historic buildings. Each stop on this self-guided tour tells a unique story of our local history, community giving, and horticultural traditions.

Whether you're seeking inspiration for your own garden, a chance to explore local historical architecture, or simply a delightful day out, this tour offers something special for everyone. Your participation directly supports Ontario County Historical Society's mission to preserve and share Ontario County's heritage for future generations.

What to expect:

• Carefully selected gardens and historic properties, all within a 5-mile radius of OCHS
• A self-guided tour to experience at your own pace
• Opportunities to meet fellow garden enthusiasts and history lovers

We're grateful to the generous property owners for opening their doors and gardens to make this event possible, and we're excited to share these new discoveries with you!

Ticketing options are as follows...

• General Admission Garden Tour Ticket:
  • $30 per person
  • One official Tour booklet per ticket.
• Patron Sponsor Garden Tour Ticket
  • $50 per person
  • One official Tour booklet per ticket
  • Special recognition at a Tour destination
  • Your name will be included in the official Tour booklet

Be a part of this year's Garden & Historic Building Tour on Saturday, July 11, 2026 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Tour booklets, which also serve as your event ticket, will include photos, descriptions, and locations for each destination on the Tour.
Booklets will be available for pickup during normal business hours at the Ontario County Historical Society July 7-10 and on July 11 between 10:00-1:00 p.m.
Visit the museum at 55 N Main St, Canandaigua, NY 14424 or online at www.ochs.org.

A huge Thank You to the businesses and organizations who helped make this event possible!

Ontario Exteriors                     MayFlower Gardens, Ltd.                    The Schuppenhauer Law Firm                    

Ontario ARC                             Canandaigua National Bank               While We Still Can- Rob and Carole Lillis

Ferris Hills at West Lake        Bristol's Garden Center                        The Green Front/The Office Restaurant

Lyons National Bank               Fujimara Insurance                              Dancause & Sons

Sands Family YMCA               Sonnenberg                                           Canandaigua Insurance Agency                

J. D. Chapman Agency          American Legion Post 256