Located at the southeastern tip of Chautauqua Lake, Jamestown is a city rich in historic sites and museums. It’s the hometown of several important people in the history of our country, including:

• Lucille Ball, America’s first lady of comedy and favorite redhead, famous for the classic TV comedy, “I Love Lucy.”


• Reuben E. Fenton, governor of New York State, 1865-1869; US Congressman, 1853-1864; US Senator, 1869-1875, a founder of the Republican Party and close associate to Abraham Lincoln,


• Robert H. Jackson, the United States Chief Prosecutor of Nazi War Criminals at Nuremberg Germany and a Supreme Court Justice.

Built in 1930, the beautiful OAKS BED AND BREAKFAST HOTEL has preserved many of the castle’s original features such as inlaid artwork on exposed ceiling beams, pictorial ceramic tile and the slate roof. The Oaks is offering the Belvedere Room, the lodging’s largest guestroom, which includes a relaxing sitting area with sofa and wing-back chair. The sleeping area preserves many of the original accents such as an expansive floor-to-ceiling window encased in hand-carved wood molding and the original hearth. The Oaks’ takes pride in making their guests feel special.

• Item: Overnight stay for two in the Belvedere Room, value $340


• Expiration date:  5/2/2016


• Requirements/restrictions: Based on room availability. Reservations are required


• Website: www.theoaksbandbhotel.com

Enjoy “TICKETS TO JAMESTOWN,” which may be used at any of venues below.

• Item: Two tickets, $70 value


• Expiration date: 4/1/2016


• LUCILE-BALL-DESI ARNEZ CENTER

Website: www.lucy-desi.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/Lucy-Desi-Museum-Center-for-Comedy/131667716884328

• FENTON HISTORY CENTER

Website: www.fentonhistorycenter.org

Facebook: www.facebook.com/FentonHistoryCenter

• AUDUBON NATURE CENTER & SANCTUARY

Website: www.jamestownaudubon2.wordpress.com, www.facebook.com/JamestownAudubon

• ROBERT H. JACKSON CENTER

Website: www.roberthjackson.org

Facebook: www.facebook.com/roberthjacksoncenter

• ROGER TORY INSTITUTE OF NATURAL HISTORY

Website: www.rtpi.org

Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/Roger-Tory-Peterson-Institute-of-Natural-History/64893237046

• REG LENNA CIVIC CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Website: www.reglenna.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/RegLenna

• JAMESTOWN SAVINGS BANK ICE ARENA

Website: www.jamestownarena.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/JamestownSavingsBankArena

The HARE N’ HOUNDS INN, a replica of an English inn, was built in 1915 as a private retreat. The stone fireplaces, rich natural wood and warm candlelight set the mood for fine dining at its best. Traditional American cuisine with an emphasis on seafood and other delicious entrees will make this a special dining experience for you and your guest. Special desserts and a full bar with an extensive wine list are available as well. The Hare n’ Hound Inn is located just minutes away in Bemus Point overlooking Chautauqua Lake.

• Item: $50 gift certificate for dinner for two


• Expiration date: 12/31/2015


• Conditions: Reservations are recommended.


• Website: www.harenhounds.com

At THE BASKET COMPANY, you will find a wide variety of chocolates, nuts, trail mixes and wonderful candies. The Basket Company supplies many stores, hospitals and colleges in the greater Rochester area where their products have become the “snack of choice.”

• Item: $20 gift certificate


• Expiration date: 12/31/2015


• Website: www.thebasketco.com

Inspired by Desi Arnaz's song on the television show, "I Love Lucy", The BABALU CAFÉ is a casual dining and coffeehouse experience with a moderately priced full-menu, dessert bar, magazines, Wi-Fi, and performing space.  Check out the “I Love Lucy” memorabilia and reminisce back to the 1950s!  Following your meal, receive a complementary Babalu Bon-Bon chocolate for a mouth-watering finale and think back to the candy factory episode when Lucy and Ethel stuffed their mouths with candy

• Item: $20 gift certificate


• Expiration date: None


• Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/Babalu-Cafe/238094722886035?sk=timeline

Find out about Jamestown up close at www.jamestownupclose.com.

Certificates have no cash value.