Centennial Celebration 2006-2007
About the Park
By roloNestled between the Allegany foothills and the Finger Lakes of New York State is one of the jewels of the New York State Parks system, Letchworth State Park, also known as “The Grand Canyon the of East”. Today this 14,000 plus acre park offers a wide variety of family activities; you can rent one of its 82 cabins or perhaps stay at one of its 270 campsites or experience the beautiful accommodations at the historic Glen Iris Inn. You may also swim at one of 2 pools or perhaps hike on over 60 miles of trails. If adventure is what you seek, try hot air ballooning over one of 3 waterfalls, Upper Falls (70ft), Middle Falls ( 107 ft )or Lower Falls ( 70ft ), or go white water rafting though miles of scenic gorge with walls as high as 600ft on the Genesee River. Perhaps you would like to ride a horse though a portion of the original 1000 acres deeded to NYS. All this with vistas and panoramic views that are unequaled anywhere in the eastern United States. A photographer’s heaven with locations such as Inspiration Point, Eagle Hill, Wolf Creek, Great Bend, Smokey Hollow, Hog’s Back and the Highbanks.
Crepuscular Walk - Beaver Walk
By stephanieVisit a beaver pond in Letchworth State Park in the evening twilight to see what may be stirring. Meet at the Parade Grounds Parking Lot (off Route 436 outside Portageville towards Nunda)at 7:30 pm on Saturday, June 16, 2007. Dress for mud and brush and bring a flashlight. May car pool. 2 hours, 1 mile.
Happy Birthday, Mr. Letchworth
By stephanieCelebrate the 183rd birthday of William Pryor Letchworth with children from area schools. a 1/2 mile loop featuring 10 stations, each with a 15 minute presentation on some aspect of Letchworth's life or interests including a chance to meet Mr. Letchworth and his loyal secretary, Caroline Bishop will be followed by birthday cake! Meet in the museum area of Letchworth State Park at 9:00 am on Wednesday, May 31. Public Welcome! (4 hours)
Centennial Celebration Opening Ceremonies
By stephanieMeet in the Museum area of Letchworth State Park on Friday, May 26 at 1:00 pm to view the ceremonies kicking off the two year centennial celebration. Museum will be open to the public at 4:00 pm.
Red, White and Blue Balloon Festival
By stephanieWitness the massed flight of a bunch of hot air balloons lifting off over the Letchworth Gorge. Flights will be at 6:30 pm and 6:00 am starting at 6:30 pm Friday May 26 and continuing on Saturday, May 27, Sunday May 28 and ending at 6:00 am on Monday, May 29. Launch site is the Archery Field, just inside the Castile Entrance to Letchworth State Park. All flights are weather dependent.
100 YEARS OF LETCHWORTH
By roloWilliam Pryor Letchworth and his Gift
On December 1, 1910, William Pryor Letchworth passed quietly into eternal rest at his Wyoming County home, Glen Iris. This set in motion processes that would bring great changes to his property and the surrounding countryside.
Born in 1823 in Brownsville, NY, Letchworth was the fourth child of eight in a tight-knit Quaker family. He grew up valuing honesty, piety, modesty, hard work, education and service to others. Apprenticed as a clerk in a saddalry and hardware business in nearby Auburn, he quickly became so well known for industry and business sense that he was offered a partnership in a new metal working business being established in Buffalo, New York when he was only 25. The Pratt & Letchworth firm prospered, thanks to William’s hard work and organizational skills.
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