MISSION STATEMENT OF THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF DUNKIRK, NY:

The aims of the Society shall be to aid in the preservation of historical sites and landmarks; to help in the development and preservation of local history, including the family histories of pioneers, early settlers, and citizens of Dunkirk; to acquire and save for public use and exhibition all relics, pictures, maps and articles of historic value dealing with the economic, political, patriotic and cultural life of the community; to aid, encourage and promote the Dunkirk Historical Museum.