the corning museum of glass

Explore the magical Corning Museum of Glass. At The Corning Museum of Glass, glass isn't just for looking at or looking through. Explore, research, touch, work with, and interact with glass. A trip to The Museum isn't complete without taking in a Hot Glass Show or a visit in The Studio to Make Your Own Glass.

rockwell museum of western art

See the West come to life at the Rockwell Museum of Western Art. The best of American Western and Native American art and culture are preserved and interpreted at the Rockwell Museum of Western Art, a focal point for engaging, dynamic exhibitions and educational events in Corning, New York. The Rockwell Museum of Western Art houses the finest collection of Western and Native American art in the East. Traditional and contemporary pieces complimented by a unique setting - with an Art Trail just for kids!

mark twain country

Mark Twain spent over 20 summers in Finger Lakes Wine Country.  It is said that the sprawling landscape inspired him to create some of his most memorable characters and stories. Both Huck Finn and Tom Sawyer came to life in Elmira, NY, where Twain is burried in historic Woodlawn Cemetery. 

corning's gaffer district

Named for master glassworkers, Corning's Gaffer District is one of the region's premier shopping, dining and entertainment districts.  Part of the charm of the Gaffer District is that it's a walkable community with a unique charm.  With many fine restaurants, pizzerias, coffee shops, antique and speciaty stores, a movie theatre, bars, and a quaintness unlike any other, Corning's Gaffer District is a must-visit while in Finger Lakes Wine Country.

And so much more!

Begin by discovering all the museums & cultural centers and add your favorites to the TRIP BUILDER. With ties to aviation history, the Underground Railroad, and the Civil War, the Finger Lakes is a region to discover the past that has shaped our future. Finger Lakes Wine Country is home to such historic figures as Mark Twain, Glenn H. Curtiss, and Ernie Davis. Come and explore this historic area and learn how the Finger Lakes inspired these extraordinary individuals.