The Old Mentz Heritage Center’s move to a new building sets the stage for a special event honoring Centerport’s forgotten history. A talk titled “The History of the Hamlet of Centerport” will take place May 17 at Port Byron Village Hall.
Centerport, once a bustling canal village, faded away after the Erie Canal’s closure and competition from nearby towns. Historian Dawn Roe uncovered colorful local stories, including those of Charles Borden, tied to the area’s vibrant past.
Organizers say Centerport’s legacy deserves to be remembered, capturing the heart of a place once brimming with life.
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