Calling all history buffs, longtime locals and anyone with a love for the history of Rochester, the Rochester Downtown Partnership is looking for your stories to be a part of a panel discussion project at The Times Theater on August 27.

Following the panel discussion, stay tuned for a captivating walk tour through Rochester's historic downtown, as it breathes back life into the stories of what once was.

Organized by Rochester Downtown Partnership's Chad Hisey, the idea of the walking tour, discussion panels and podcast was to not only highlight the vibrant past of Rochester, but also what is still here today. 

Exploring businesses and their specific histories, QR codes along the tour route will assist in the storytelling. Learning history and untold stories of Rochester, Hisey continues to be surprised by the the crowd Rochester used to attract in the mid 1900's. From famous people like Bob Hope and Bing Crosby, to big name bands and entertainment, Hisey says at one point Rochester was the place to be. 

Anyone interested in contributing to the highlights of Rochester history can contact Hisey at 574-201-8857.

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