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Mr. Letchworth's Lauterbrunnen is a beautiful and historic structure in the modern Park. Our latest image is a look at the "Swiss Cottage" in 1890. It was sent to us by a descendant of the Conway's, a family who worked for Mr. Letchworth and is pictured in the photograph. (3/16/13)

If you have strolled upon the modern lawns of the Glen Iris Inn, you might have wondered what they were like in Mr. Letchworth's day. Here are three views from that time! (1/26/13)

The train doesn't stop at the east end of the Letchworth's Portage Bridge, but it once did. Here are two images of the Portage Bridge Station that once stood near the Bridge.(12/16/12)

Ever hear of Horatio Jones? He was famous settler in the Genesee Valley with a special link to Letchworth Park! (11/17/12)

Did you know that Trailside Lodge in the Park is almost 40 years old? Find out the story behind the Lodge was built and how it got its name! (10/15/12)

Have you been to see the Mt. Morris Dam? Here is what it would have looked like if you visited the Park during its construction! (7/15/12)

What would you have seen if you visited the three Portage Falls in when Andrew Jackson was President? Here is a description written in 1835! (6/19/12)

Planning a picnic near the Middle Falls this year? Here is what you would have seen over a century ago! (5/12/12)

Step back in time to the earliest days of the Council Grounds with two new additions to our Historic Photo Album. (3/23/12)

Looking forward to the Glen Iris opening for the new season? Here is a look at what the popular dining room was like in World War I. (3/4/12)

Although we usually say that William Pryor Letchworth was the creator of the Glen Iris Estate, there was someone else who also earned the title. Find out who in our new Glimpse. (1/22/12)

The Civilian Conservation Corps are an important part of Letchworth Park's story. Here is a list of the camps in the Park! (12/21/11)

Lets go back in time to 1933 and see what Letchworth Park had to offer visitors! (12/21/11)

Once upon a time you could stand on the Portage Bridge and watch a train go UNDER you! See how in our latest addition to the site!(10/27/11)

A favorite feature of the Park will soon be celebrating its 150 birthday. Got to our latest image in our historic photo album to see what it is! (10/1/11)

During the days of the Glen Iris Estate a beautiful Swiss chalet or "cottage" stood on the west end of the Council Grounds. We recently added a second image of the structure and fascinating facts to our Historical album! (8/21/11)

Back in the days of the Glen Iris Estate you would never know where tourists would end up. Check out this interesting photo taken near the Lower Falls! (8/05/11)

What did Mr. Letchworth's lands look like around 1870? We recently updated our page of two images taken from the Portage Bridge at that time. Take a look! (7/01/11)

Although most 19th century visitors focused on the wonderful scenery of the Portage Falls, at least one photographer took the time to preserve another aspect of Mr. Letchworth's Glen Iris Estate. Check out this rare image in our Historical Photo Album! (5/29/11)

Have you ever stumbled upon the mysterious gravestone in Letchworth Park? A recent visitor to the Park did and sent in a question and photograph. Find out more about the gravestone in our latest FAQ. (5/17/11)

Time for a little spring cleaning. We recently polished our earlier scans of a great old stereoview of the Portage Bridge. Take a look! (5/17/11)

Those who visited the Glen Iris between the 1960s and 1980s will remember Peter and Cora Pizzutelli, the Glen Iris innkeepers. We are sad to report that Peter Pizzutelli recently passed away. Our latest Letchworth Memory is our tribute to Peter. (4/7/11)

Lots of changes have taken place in the last half century. You can see some of them on the 1963 Park Map just added to our "Pieces of the Past" (4/6/11)

Want to see the interior of the Museum when it was first opened and other images of the Park from 1913 and 1914? Check out this new piece of the Park's past! (3/24/11)

What was the Park like in 1935? What changes have taken place since that time? Find out by going to our newest Pieces of the Past! (2/16/11)

Have you ever stopped to see the impressive monument to the 1st NY Dragoons that stands not for from Inspiration Point? Here are two early views of the monument in its original location! (1/26/11)

This 1890s stereoview taken at the Portage Bridge provides some interesting historical details! (1/22/11)

Who worked for Letchworth Park in 1919? Find out by reading PART II and the American Scenic and Historical Preservation Society's report for 1919! (1/17/11)

What was the Park like in the early years? Read the official report for 1919!(1/13/11)

 

 

 

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