In 1826, the Genesee Country experienced an event unprecedented in its history. To this day people still talk about the kidnapping and presumed murder of Capt. William Morgan.
Morgan threatened to expose the secrets of the Masonic fraternity. He was arrested, and after his bail was posted, he disappeared forever.
Listen to it here
This is the first in a series of lectures given and recorded by Museum Director, Patrick Weissend. Weissend presented the PowerPoint presentation to the Lions Club of Kendall, New York on January 17th, 2008.
The Holland Land Office Museum is a county history museum located in Batavia, NY. For more information visit www.hollandlandoffice.com
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