Hammondsport Collection

USA, New York, Finger Lakes Region, Hammondsport, village church, dawn

Wildfowling in a Pneumatic Boat
Wildfowlers on Lake Keuka at Hammondsport, New York State, using a recent innovation in water-craft construction - the inflatable pneumatic boat. Date: circa 1924

American aviator Glenn Curtiss making the first heavier-than-air flight in his June Bug, 1908
American aviator Glenn Curtiss making his first heavier-than-air flight in his June Bug, 1908. On 4 July 1908 at Hammondsport, New York, Curtiss (1878-1930) won a $25

(1878-1930). American inventor and aviator. With John Cyril Porte, George E. A
GLENN HAMMOND CURTISS (1878-1930). American inventor and aviator. With John Cyril Porte, George E.A. Hallett, and Katherine Masson at the christening of the Curtiss Model H flying boat America in

Curtiss seaplane America, 1914
Curtiss seaplane America. Aviators testing the first Curtiss Model H flying boat (called America ) in June 1914. This flying boat

NEW YORK: WINERY, 1878. Views of the Pleasant Valley Wine Company of Hammondsport, New York. Men at work in the champagne vaults are depicted in the right panel

NEW YORK: WINEMAKING, 1878. Workers discharge the sediment from newly-bottled wine at the Urbana Wine Company of Hammondsport, New York. Wood engraving, American, 1878

June Bug aeroplane, 1908. Also called Aerodrome number 3, the June Bug was a single-seat, single-engine biplane that was the third aircraft successfully designed

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Discover the enchanting village of Hammondsport, nestled in the picturesque Finger Lakes Region of New York. As dawn breaks over Keuka Lake, witness the mesmerizing sight of wildfowling in a pneumatic boat, as nature lovers explore the tranquil waters. Step back in time to 1908 when American aviator Glenn Curtiss made history by taking flight in his remarkable June Bug aircraft. The spirit of aviation still lingers in this charming town, where you can visit the site that witnessed this groundbreaking achievement. Embrace the beauty of autumn as fog gently blankets Keuka Lake and surrounds Heron Hill Winery. Take a leisurely stroll through Hammondsport's village center adorned with vibrant fall foliage, immersing yourself in its warm and inviting atmosphere. Hammondsport has long been associated with innovation and progress. In 1914, it was here that Curtiss Model H flying boat America was christened by John Cyril Porte, George E. A. Hallett, Katherine Masson - an event captured forever on film. Delve into Hammondsport's rich winemaking heritage dating back to 1878 when Pleasant Valley Wine Company first opened its doors. Witness workers laboring diligently within champagne vaults or discharging sediment from newly-bottled wine at Urbana Wine Company. Immerse yourself in history and marvel at how far we've come since those early days of flight with a visit to Hammondsport's fascinating museums dedicated to aviation pioneers like Glenn Curtiss. Whether you're seeking natural beauty or historical significance, Hammondsport promises an unforgettable experience amidst breathtaking landscapes and captivating stories that have shaped this remarkable corner of New York State.