Dunkirk Historical Museum

Veterans Day Open House
2023-11-10 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York)
We are featuring a temporary exhibit of US military uniforms dating from 1918- 2008. This special exhibit was made possible by a generous loan from Matthew Sutton, and will be available through the last week of November. There will be special viewing hours on Friday, November 10 from 4-6 PM. Veterans in attendance will receive a gift of appreciation, while supplies last.

House Tour
2022-09-17 10:00 - 16:00 | Dunkirk Historical Museum, 513 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, NY, 14048
Take a tour of some of Dunkirk’s historic houses.

Horns of Hope/Train Exhibit Open
2022-07-02 12:00 - 15:00 | Chautauqua Co. Fairgrounds, Dunkirk, 14048, United States

Museum is CLOSED the month of January
2022-01-03 - 2022-01-31
The Museum will be closed the month of January due to construction. If you need to drop something off or have a question please call us.

Holiday Open House- CANCELED
2021-12-11 14:00 - 16:00 | Dunkirk Historical Museum, 513 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, NY, 14048
The magic of December through the eyes of children (of all ages). Sweet treats and punch will be served. Come listen to the Holiday music, relax and visit with friends!

Taste of Prohibition- CANCELED
2021-10-09 16:00 - 18:00 | Dunkirk Historical Museum, 513 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, NY, 14048
Taste a part of history! $40 ticket guarantees 1 oz shot of Prohibition era “medicinal whiskey”, Neptune shot glass, appetizers. Silent auction of rare sealed one quart 1933 O.F.C. whiskey. Non-tasting members and guests welcome to attend for free.

Dunkirk to Dunkerque 75th Anniversary Celebration
2021-08-28 17:00 - 22:00 | Washington Park, 513 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 14048, United States
Museum open, 6:00pm opening ceremony, 6:30 – 7:00pm Pipe Band Concert, 7:00 Historical Speech, 8:00pm the movie “Dunkirk”.
Bring a picnic supper and your own chair for a Family Friendly event!

Horns of Hope
2021-07-31 10:00 - 15:00 | Chautauqua Co. Fairgrounds, Dunkirk, 14048, United States
Train Exhibit at Chautauqua County Fairgrounds open.

Board Meeting
2021-07-14 18:30 - 19:30

Museum Closed
2021-07-05
