Location: Newark
Top Things to do in Newark
Top 10 Things to do in Newark, United States
Newark is a village in Wayne County, New York, U.S., 35 miles (56 km) south east of Rochester and 48 miles (77 km) west of Syracuse. The population was 9,145 at the 2010 census. The Village of Newark is in the south part of the Town of Arcadia and is in the south of Wayne County. It is the most populated community in Wayne County.
Restaurants in Newark
1. Rustiques
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By ChipD58 - Rochester, New York
Our friend Tom, who does a great back roads traveler blog, told us we had to visit Rustiques. So, we took a 30 mile Sunday afternoon drive east from Rochester to the Erie Canal town of Newark.
The shop is in an old industrial area northeast of the village and, according to a flyer, has 8000 square feet of display space on two floors. What’s there is a little hard to describe. It’s part antiques, collected mostly from picking and property clean-outs by David and his partner Liz. But it’s also primitives, plenty of farm and industrial stuff, tools, toys, kitsch, old clothes and lots of “what is that?”
David and Liz have their stuff in the space near the entrance, but they also host about 15 vendors with items on consignment which makes each space both unique and often unusual. Oh, don't go on Mondays...they are closed. They are open Tuesday through Sunday, 9 to 5.
We often hit antique shops as well as old house parts places, but at Rustiques it’s tough to classify. I’d say it’s the attic, barn, garage, spare room and back yard of metro Newark. If you buy, you’ll find fair prices. If you want a trip down memory lane, you can get that also. The owners are nice folks, willing to chat and explain. We’re glad we made the trip.
2. Smith Family Farm
Overall Ratings
5 based on 108 reviews
Tour the Smith Family Farm to learn more about the boyhood of Joseph Smith Jr., the first prophet and president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Visit the nearby Sacred Grove, where Joseph received a vision of God the Father and His Son, Jesus Christ. Tours are Free.
Reviewed By DKJPUS - Ridgefield, Connecticut
My family greatly enjoyed our experience at the Smith Family Farm. Whether you are a member of the LDS faith or not, walking through the restored Smith farm, which was a jumping off point for one of America's most enduring religious movements, is educational and insightful. The Mormon missionaries who guide you through the sites are respectful and considerate. You will have as much time as you want to go through everything. My family particularly enjoyed spending time in what Mormons refer to as the sacred grove.
3. Book of Mormon Publication Site
Overall Ratings
5 based on 114 reviews
Located in the business district of historic Palmyra, New York, the Book of Mormon Historic Publication Site offers you a glimpse of the printing and binding processes of the 1820s. Tours are free.
Reviewed By SnowyShasta - Portland, Oregon
This site, the E.B Grandin publishing building, is the spot where the first copies of the Book of Mormon were published. The original building still stands, with some modern structures added surrounding it. On our tour we saw the building and learned about the way typesetting, printing, and binding were done in the early 1800's. My teens were interested in the process, and we could ask questions as we walked through. Other than the tour, the rest of the area is fairly small, with a lobby including a few displays and pictures, and a room showing what the bookshop/sales area of the original building would have looked like. The tour lasted about half an hour, and we spent in total just under an hour visiting the site.
4. Craft Ales and Lagers
Overall Ratings
5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By Leigh H - Palmyra, New York, United States
Easy to overlook but you don't want to miss them. Love the cream ale but also like to try the new offerings. They like to try different things than what some other brewers doing.
5. Debs Crafts And Things
My shop consists of over 50 local artisans product including Handmade, New, Rustic, Vintage and Used items. Also a large yard sale area. It is a full time flea market.
6. Hill Cumorah Visitors Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 122 reviews
Learn about the events that occurred on and near the Hill Cumorah in the 1820s, such as Joseph Smith Jr.'s First Vision, the visits of the angel Moroni, and the translation of the Book of Mormon. Tours are free.
Reviewed By Vicki A - Brunswick, Md.
We love to come here. Very friendly and inspiring place to visit. Wonderful folks to greet us and answer our questions and show us around!
7. Methodist Memorial Park
Overall Ratings
3 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By Larry W - Rochester, New York
The Methodist Memorial Park is really more of a stop than a large park. It's got some nice shade trees, and a few picnic tables and benches (less then ten). I visited in the winter, so it wasn't conducive to picnicking, but it didn't look like a great place for the summer either. Not much for kids to do in this park either. Many folks do love the trees in this park though, so have at it! By the way, I'd also love to know the history of the bell located by the main road in front of the park, but nothing is posted that explains its background, so I'll have to go without. I did walk up to examine it, but there was a strong smell of manure coming from the supporting structure, so I backed off and left it alone.
I rated this park a bit on the low side. It is not worth a special trip to see, in my opinion.
8. Historic Palmyra Museum
Overall Ratings
5 based on 21 reviews
HISTORIC PALMYRA is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization dedicated preserving the history and architectural heritage of Palmyra, New York. Once known as the "Queen of Erie Canal towns," Palmyra boasts an astonishing array of architecture, ranging from the early 1800's to Victorian era grandeur. Historic Palmyra's mission is to save the history of Palmyra and vicinity through the preservation of architecture, artifacts, and archives. Historic Palmyra teaches and educates through the five museums and their collections. This mission is served primarily through the operation of five unique museums, welcoming thousands of visitors each year... Hours: 10:30-4:30 Tues-Sat May-October 11:00-4:00 Tues-Thurs November-April
Reviewed By VeronicaFitz - Troy, New York
The Museum actually encompasses five separate buildings that we purchased and restored by the Palmyra Historical Society. For a nominal admission price ($6 adult, $4 teenager) we were treated to tons of local history - some that bordered on trivial but some quite significant. The guided tour was terrific - our host was sweet and charming and very proud of Palmyra's history. Easy to find, easy to park. If you are in Palmyra, this is a don't miss.
9. Phelps General Store
Overall Ratings
5 based on 14 reviews
The museum "where time stands still," has served the needs of Palmyrans and Erie "Canawlers" as a boarding house, tavern, bakery, and general store since its construction in 1826. Proprietor William Phelps completed renovations to the store by 1875, subsequently left untouched by his son Julius, who locked the doors in 1940, leaving a curious retail time capsule for you and your family to explore. Upstairs you'll visit the elegant Phelps' family home with post-Civil War furnishings and Victorian splendor, unspoiled by electricity or indoor plumbing, where Sibyl Phelps resided until her passing in 1976! The haunting presence of the Phelps' 108 year legacy remains to this day. Hours: May-Oct, Tues-Sat, 10:30-4:30 Nov-April, Tues-Thurs, 11:00-4:00
Reviewed By DHoffman - Avoca, New York
I highly recommend going here.....it is an outstanding step back in history. Our team (G.H.O.S.T.) actually did an investigation there last night..and Bonnie gave us the historical tour first...amazing!!! Loved it so much,we will go back many times in the future, we'll take the grandbabies there too.....
10. Alling Coverlet Museum
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
The Alling features the largest collection of American hand woven coverlets in the United States. It is named for Mrs. Merle Alling, Rochester, New York resident and coverlet collector, and is housed in a 1901 newspaper printing office. All styles of hand woven coverlets from 1820 to 1880 are represented in an extraordinary collection, which takes over six years to rotate through public display. Hours: May-Oct, Tues-Sat, 10:30-4:30 Nov-April, Tues-Thurs, 11:00-4:00
Reviewed By Kristy A
The Alling Coverlet Museum contains an extensive collection of coverlets, quilts, and textile equipment! It is such a well-preserved collection and it's amazing to see the beautiful weaving that was done right in Palmyra.
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