The APOG exists to preserve, improve, and restore the places of civic, architectural, and historic interest to Geneseo and to educate members of the community about their architectural and historical heritage.

 
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Emmeline Wadsworth Memorial Fountain
Emmeline Wadsworth Memorial Fountain

In 1887, brothers Herbert and William Austin Wadsworth engaged the service of local contractor Andrew Willard to begin excavation at the junction on Main and Center Streets in preparation for the installation of a fountain as a memorial to their mother, Emmeline.

Geneseo Building
Geneseo Building

The need for a building of this type had been evident for some time and in 1906 the town appropriated $8,000 and the village $20,000 toward the project. The building was completed in March of 1908 and the doors opened to the public in April for the Wadsworth Hose Fair.

Big Tree Inn
Big Tree Inn

Originally built in about 1832-33 as a residence for Mr. and Mrs. Allen Ayrault, this house was purchased by James W. Wadsworth in 1885 and has a rich history.

Use this interactive map to choose a street and view highlighted properties. 

Learn about the Original Alms House, Livingston County Home and Farm, Sweetbriar, Westerly, and more…

From the Year Without a Summer to Armistice Day 1920, discover how Geneseo grew through the years…

Geneseo's two memorials honoring the men who have given their lives in war are at opposite ends of the village.

View archival images of several hotels, houses and churches that have been lost to the ages…