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Welch’s & The Grape Industry Featured at November 5 Fireside Lecture
The Chautauqua County Historical Society and Patterson Library continue their 2026 Fireside Lecture Series on Thursday, November 5, with a presentation exploring how and why Thomas Welch and his son, Charles, helped develop an industry based on grape juice.
CCHS and Patterson Library Announce Fall 2026 Fireside Lecture Series Schedule
The Chautauqua County Historical Society (CCHS) and Patterson Library have announced the schedule for the second half of their 2026 Fireside Lecture Series, a free public program that highlights the rich history of Chautauqua County and Western New York.