Renovation Updates

Many of you may have noticed some signs of construction going on at the museum. The museum is getting a bit of a facelift, to make significant improvements. Genesee County has begun a restoration project at the historic Holland Land Office facility in Batavia. The work will help maintain and preserve the County-owned building while addressing several exterior, interior, and building-system needs.

The project includes:
• Masonry and stone veneer repair, repointing and restoration
• Restoration of the roof, exterior trim, portico, fascia and columns
• Repairs to windows, doors and other exterior building components
• Interior finish work, including plaster repair and painting
• Updates to HVAC, restrooms and life-safety systems

Construction is underway and will be completed in phases through fall 2026 and spring 2027.

The Holland Land Office Museum will temporarily close to the public beginning November 2, 2026, as restoration work continues at the historic County-owned building. A reopening date has not yet been determined.

Museum programming will continue during the renovation, with events held at either GO ART! or the Richmond Memorial Library. The location for each program will be included in its event announcement. Our annual Wonderland of Trees event will also still continue at the former JCPENNEY site in the Batavia City Centre from November 20 through the end of the year. Museum staff will remain reachable by phone at (585) 343-4727 or by email at hollandlandoffice@gmail.com. Information can also be found at the museum’s website, www.hollandlandoffice.com.

We will continue to give updates on the project as it moves through the phases. The museum will provide updates on public access and reopening as more information becomes available. We appreciate everyone’s support as we make our way through this exciting transition. We hope to see everyone once we can reopen to the public in our newly renovated space.

Upcoming Events

Trivia Night @ the Museum: New York in the Revolutionary War

Thursday, November 12, 2026 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Richmond Memorial Library

19 Ross St.
Batavia, NY 14020 United States + Google Map

Join us at the Holland Land Office Museum for the next round of our Trivia Night @ the Museum on Thursday, November 12 at 7 pm. This month’s trivia will be held at the Richmond Memorial Library located at 19 Ross St. in Batavia. Come and test your knowledge of New York’s role in the American Revolution. Admission is $5 or $3 for museum members. If you plan to attend, please contact the museum at 585-343-4727 or hollandlandoffice@gmail.com.

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26th Annual Wonderland of Trees Opening Gala

Friday, November 20, 2026 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Come and experience the 26th annual Wonderland of Trees! The opening gala will occur on Friday, November 20th from 6:00 to 8:30 pm. Due to renovations at the museum this year’s event will be held at the former JCPenney store at 40 Batavia City Centre. This year's theme is "Christmas Under Construction.” Visit us at our new location this year to see all the wonderfully decorated trees and displays by local businesses and organizations. This year's opening gala will feature many great gift baskets to win. Food and refreshments will be provided by The Alabama Hotel, and desserts by A Sweet Ending Bakery. The night will also feature holiday music by the DSP Jazz Trio.

Tickets are $20 or $15 for museum members, and $5 for children 12 and under. Please visit the museum’s website contact the museum for further information. You can also get your tickets at the link below

https://www.eventbrite.com/.../holland-land-office-museum...

The Wonderland of Trees will run through the end of December, so there is plenty of time to stop by during the holiday season. The regular hours will be forthcoming soon. Admission to the Wonderland of Trees is included in regular museum admission: listed on the homepage of the website.

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