Saratoga County History Center Launches “Brookside Books”
Ten Local Books Highlighted during Artisan Market at Brookside Museum
Today, the Saratoga County History Center in Ballston Spa has announced a new initiative, “Brookside Books,” a collection of ten books written and signed by members of the History Center that cover a wide range of historical topics. The books are sold as part of the 22nd annual Artisans’ Market at Brookside Museum.
“We are proud to showcase these talented writers who have a special relationship with Brookside Museum,” said Jim Richmond, who leads the history center’s publication effort. “These books provide a wealth of information on historical topics and people from the American Revolution into the 21st century.”
The books, both hardcover and softcover, range in price from $15 to $35. The ten titles in this collection, fiction and non-fiction, are available for purchase at the Artisans Market thru December 24 at Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa. The 2022 market hours are: Thursdays 12pm – 5pm, Fridays 11am – 6pm, Saturdays and Sundays 11am – 5pm.
The collection includes titles by seven different authors.
- Robert Conner: James Montgomery-Abolitionist Warrior and The Last Circle of Ulysses Grant
- Matt Grumo: Uriah Gregory: A New York Settler in Revolutionary Times
- Alan Maddaus: The Prestons Of East Street – The Story Of A 19th Century American Family and Wright Peak Elegy – A Story of Cold War, Nuclear Deterrence and Ultimate Sacrifice
- James Richmond: War on the Middleline
- Timothy Starr: Isaiah Blood: Scythe & Axe Maker of Ballston Spa and The Ballston Terminal Railroad and its Successors
- John L. Scherer: More Bits Of Clifton Park History
- Stephen Williams: Off the Northway – A Collection of Newspaper Articles on Saratoga County
The History Center just released More Saratoga County Stories, a collection of essays and articles written by 33 local historians. This second volume of Saratoga County Stories provides snapshots of the past and true tales of crime, heroism, and colorful personalities.
“Books on local history are an important part of the History Center,” said Museum vice president Sean Kelleher. “We have published three collections of essays over the last year.”
The annual Artisan Market features handmade/handcrafted products created by local artisans. Items include soaps, lotions, ornaments, jewelry, syrups, scarves, ceramics, hats, and more! Shoppers can stroll through the market and visit the museum’s exhibits about the history of the Saratoga Chip and Dake Family/Stewart’s Shops.
The Saratoga County History Center is dedicated to the preservation and sharing of the diverse histories of Saratoga County. In addition to the Brookside Museum, the History Center provides various innovative, exciting, and educational programs online and in-person across the county. Please check the website (www.brooksidemuseum.org) and social media accounts (@SaratogaCoHistory) for updates and announcements.
