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Join museum staff from both the Seward House and the Cayuga Museum for a guided walking tour through Auburn. Starting at the Cayuga Museum, the focus of this tour features the heart of downtown. Emphasis will be placed upon both commercial and public spaces as tour guides trace the economic, political, and spiritual history of Auburn along the Genesee Street artery. This tour is rain or shine, so participants are encouraged to dress comfortably and prepare appropriately in anticipation of two hours of walking through city neighborhoods.

For generations, the Sewards were among the most prominent of New York families. On this specialty tour, learn about how various members of the Seward family contributed to the history of the Empire State.

In place of the public tour.  Admission: $10

Whether it was during his time as Secretary of State or as a private tourist, William Seward was one of the first truly international travelers in American history. Take this tour to discover more about his diplomatic legacy, as well as his personal experiences and foreign encounters abroad.

In place of public tour.  Admission: $10

The politics of the anti-slavery movement shaped not only the public career of Mr. Seward, but also loomed large over his entire family dynamic. Find out how various members of the Seward family opposed slavery during this unique tour.

In place of the regular public tour.  Admission: $10.

Swing a trowel along with museum staff and volunteers in maintaining the lush flower beds and community garden space of the Museum grounds!

Featuring a contemporary art exhibit by Holly Mosher and music from The Officers!

Diplomats Gallery

Exterior House (Spring)

"When the morning mail comes in, there are two forms of unhappiness about letters.  One is not getting them; and the other is getting too many of them.  Ladies often have the former trouble.  Mine, all my life, has been the latter one." —Seward, February 8, 1872

Exterior House (South)

The fabulous and fascinating artwork of the Seward House moves from the backdrop to the foreground in this art-centric tour. Learn how aesthetics framed the world - and home - of the Seward family, as well as which artists and art movements caught their eyes.

In place of regular public tour.  Admission: $10.

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