The 10 Best Things to Do in Auburn, United States

We invite you to visit the Seward House Museum, the historic home of William Henry Seward; New York State Senator, two time New York State Governor, US Senator, and Secretary of State during the Lincoln and Johnson administrations. Our knowledgeable staff is on-hand to provide guided tours, helping you navigate the many fascinating aspects of this beautifully preserved home. Enjoy masterpieces of American art and special exhibitions in both the historic house and the museum’s gardens.

The Merry-Go-Round Playhouse Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival is an annual summer-long festival featuring professional Broadway caliber musical productions along with new musicals, presented in their earliest stages of development, in a series known as “The PITCH.” The festival offers productions at three different venues just minutes away from each other.

The Cayuga Museum campus operates in three buildings: the mansion, the Case Research Laboratory, and the Carriage House Theater. The mansion is home to several changing exhibits each year as well as a permanent exhibit about Auburn Correctional Facility. The Case Research Laboratory is the home of talking movies, where Theodore Case invented the first commercially successful system of sound on film, which visitors can now explore on a guided tour to learn about the history of sound film. The Carriage House Theater is a recently renovated multi-purpose space used for museum and community events. Our mission is to provide a forum for the public to realize, interact with and appreciate Cayuga County’s shared past and unfolding present to help shape a better future.

Since 1995, family owned Finger Lakes vineyards and winery, specializing in estate dry and semi-dry food friendly wines. We produce wine from our Riesling, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Chambourcin, and Cayuga grapes. Our tasting room is open weekends April through December at the Fosterville vineyard.

The Schweinfurth Art Center is a multi-arts facility located in Auburn, New York, in the heart of the Finger Lakes. We offer five contemporary art exhibitions each year; art classes for children and adults; quilting and fiber arts workshops; Quilting by the Lake annual conference; multi-day fine arts workshops led by nationally known artists; music, poetry, and folk arts programs; and a gift shop that offers unique items. Stop by to visit today!

Specialties Our store is the place to shop for all things New Hope Mills! We specialize in pancake & baking mixes. But we offer so much more! You will find many items in our store - organic, gluten free mixes, baking supplies, snacks, gift items, locally made items and more. Our cafe serves up fresh pancakes (try any variety NHM pancake or our featured limited edition flavor available in the cafe only!), eggs, sausage, and a variety of baked goods. Try our amazing espresso drinks made with fresh, locally roasted coffee beans. We also offer several flavors of 100% fruit smoothies. So much to see and taste! Come on over! History Established in 1823. New Hope Mills has a rich history. Most importantly, we have stood for "Quality Since 1823". Quality in service and products has set our company apart from the very beginning. The Mill was built in 1823 by Judge Charles Kellogg for local farmers to have their flour ground. It wasn't until the 1970's that a store was started, as a way to service those who wanted to purchase flour and flour-related products. New Hope Mills gradually grew into a traveler's destination, and the store offerings increased. Visitors to the old mill continually comment on how they love the nostalgia of the Mill and the covered bridge. It all bears witness of the "old days". Currently, the Mill is owned and operated by the Weed family. Leland Weed became the sole owner in 1953, then later passed it on to his sons. It has now moved to the 3rd generation in the Weed family. We thank you for supporting a local family business and helping to sustain a piece of the past.