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Cloaks and Greatcoats – 18th Century Outerwear

The Saratoga County History Center at Brookside Museum announces “Cloaks and Greatcoats: 18th Century Outerwear” with well known historical clothing expert, Henry Cooke. This presentation will take place on Friday, January 3rd, at 7 pm at Brookside Museum in Ballston Spa, NY. Learn how people kept warm in the 18th century and view original and replica garments. Mr. Cooke will... Read more »

Sounds in Winter Concert – String Theory Trio

Brookside Museum 21 Fariground Ave., Ballston Spa, NY, United States

  The String Theory Trio is a newly formed ensemble comprised of three friends who recently began exploring repertoire that exists for two violins and a cello. For many years, they have performed with local orchestras, choral groups, and chamber groups, and have taught their instruments to students of all ages and levels of experience. They will be performing in... Read more »

END #26 – Connor Williams Greetings from the Great Camps: The History of the Adirondack Vacation

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In 1850, the Adirondack region was a blank spot on the map, largely unorganized and uncharted. But, by 1900, the Adirondacks hosted elaborate summer estates for the wealthiest families in America: Vanderbilts, Rockefellers, Carnegies, Whitneys and Morgans. Thomas Edison and Albert Einstein summered and sailed on the same mountain lake. Adirondacks were a destination. How did this happen, and why?... Read more »

Historical Sewing Sessions for Reenactors and those Looking to Volunteer at Saratoga 250 Events: Apons

Brookside Museum 21 Fariground Ave., Ballston Spa, NY, United States

Join us for an afternoon of stitching, tea, and camaraderie as we share information, resources, and ideas for clothing that can be worn during upcoming events related to the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. All are welcome to attend these free gatherings, but pre-registration is required. Email aclothier@SaratogaCountyNY.gov to sign up. January 25: Aprons February 22: Caps & Accessories... Read more »

Sounds in Winter Concert: Lark Strings

Brookside Museum 21 Fariground Ave., Ballston Spa, NY, United States

Led by Distinguished Artist-in-Residence at Skidmore College, Michael Emery, and including Jessica Belflower, Stephani Emery and André Laurent O'Neil, Lark Strings plays composers like Bach, Vivaldi and Mozart alongside the rock musicians they influenced. They will be performing in the Long Room at The Saratoga County History Center at Brookside Museum on Saturday, February 8th at 3pm. The concert is... Read more »

Historical Sewing Sessions for Reenactors and those Looking to Volunteer at Saratoga 250 Events: Caps & Accessories

Brookside Museum 21 Fariground Ave., Ballston Spa, NY, United States

Join us for an afternoon of stitching, tea, and camaraderie as we share information, resources, and ideas for clothing that can be worn during upcoming events related to the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. All are welcome to attend these free gatherings, but pre-registration is required. Email aclothier@SaratogaCountyNY.gov to sign up. January 25: Aprons February 22: Caps & Accessories... Read more »

Frida Kahlo and the Bravest Niña in el Mundo – Saratoga Opera Event for Children

Brookside Museum 21 Fariground Ave., Ballston Spa, NY, United States

Together with Ballston Spa Committee on the Arts, Saratoga County History Center is proud to present a performance by Opera Saratoga, especially for children Frida Kahlo and the bravest Niña in el Mundo is an interactive children’s opera composed by Joe Illick with libretto written by Mark Campbell. The story is about Mariana, a young girl living in Mexico City... Read more »

Historian Tea Talks: Love Your Neighbor

Brookside Museum 21 Fariground Ave., Ballston Spa, NY, United States

On Wednesday, March 19th, at 3pm, for the first of the 2025 season of Historian Tea Talks, Saratoga County History Center will host Ruby Marcotte, a 4th generation traditional artist of Abenaki Native American and Quebecois French heritage, and previously Town Historian for the Town of Day, who will present a program, “Love Your Neighbor”, about her life growing up... Read more »

Historical Sewing Sessions for Reenactors and those Looking to Volunteer at Saratoga 250 Events: Bedgowns & Wrapping Gowns/Banyans

Brookside Museum 21 Fariground Ave., Ballston Spa, NY, United States

Join us for an afternoon of stitching, tea, and camaraderie as we share information, resources, and ideas for clothing that can be worn during upcoming events related to the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. All are welcome to attend these free gatherings, but pre-registration is required. Email aclothier@SaratogaCountyNY.gov to sign up. January 25: Aprons February 22: Caps & Accessories... Read more »

Historian Tea Talks: Saratoga in the Gilded Age and the Lost Park

Brookside Museum 21 Fariground Ave., Ballston Spa, NY, United States

On Wednesday, April 2nd, at 3pm, for the third of the 2025 season of Historian Tea Talks, Saratoga County History Center with host Hollis Palmer, who will present a program "Saratoga in the Gilded Age and the Lost Park". Register HERE

Random Acts of Poetry: Writing Workshop

Brookside Museum 21 Fariground Ave., Ballston Spa, NY, United States

Join the Ballston Spa Committee on the Arts and SCHC at Brookside Museum for the Random Acts of Poetry Writing Workshop. The event will be led by Elaine Handley and ages 10 and up are welcome. This event is free, but registration is required. Sign up HERE

Historian Tea Talk: Women of the Saratoga Campaign

Brookside Museum 21 Fariground Ave., Ballston Spa, NY, United States

On Wednesday, April 16th, at 3pm, for the third of the 2025 season of Historian Tea Talks, Saratoga County History Center with host Anne Clothier, who will present a program "Women of the Saratoga Campaign". Register HERE

Random Acts of Poetry: Performance Reading

Brookside Museum 21 Fariground Ave., Ballston Spa, NY, United States

Join the Ballston Spa Committee on the Arts and SCHC at Brookside Museum for the Random Acts of Poetry Performance Reading. Hear Poetry by Steven Guilfoyle and other local poets! Register HERE