Events
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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, […]
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Sounds in Winter Concert – String Theory Trio
Brookside Museum 21 Fariground Ave., Ballston Spa, NY, United StatesThe 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, […]
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END #26 – Connor Williams Greetings from the Great Camps: The History of the Adirondack Vacation
OnlineIn 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 […]
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Historical Sewing Sessions for Reenactors and those Looking to Volunteer at Saratoga 250 Events: Apons
Brookside Museum 21 Fariground Ave., Ballston Spa, NY, United StatesJoin 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 […]
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Sounds in Winter Concert: Lark Strings
Brookside Museum 21 Fariground Ave., Ballston Spa, NY, United StatesLed 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 […]
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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 StatesJoin 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 […]
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Frida Kahlo and the Bravest Niña in el Mundo – Saratoga Opera Event for Children
Brookside Museum 21 Fariground Ave., Ballston Spa, NY, United StatesTogether 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 […]
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Historian Tea Talks: Love Your Neighbor
Brookside Museum 21 Fariground Ave., Ballston Spa, NY, United StatesOn 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 […]
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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 StatesJoin 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 […]
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Historian Tea Talks: Saratoga in the Gilded Age and the Lost Park
Brookside Museum 21 Fariground Ave., Ballston Spa, NY, United StatesOn 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 […]
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Well Dressed: Gowns of the 1770s – Public Program & Workshop by Emily Stringham
Brookside Museum 21 Fariground Ave., Ballston Spa, NY, United StatesWell Dressed: Gowns of the 1770s A public program & workshop by Emily Stringham of At the Sign of the Golden Scissors Public Program: Friday, April 4 at 7 pm […]
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Traveling the Mother Road: America’s Route 66
Brookside Museum 21 Fariground Ave., Ballston Spa, NY, United StatesUS Route 66 had its official beginnings in 1926 when the Bureau of Public Roads began the nation’s first federal highway system. The creation of the road led to development […]
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Random Acts of Poetry: Writing Workshop
Brookside Museum 21 Fariground Ave., Ballston Spa, NY, United StatesJoin 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 […]
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Day of Celebration: Portraits, Play & Progress
Brookside Museum 21 Fariground Ave., Ballston Spa, NY, United StatesMark your calendar and join us on Saturday, April 12th, at 1PM, for a day of celebration and new beginnings. We'll unveil Portraiture: Faces and Legacies, a new exhibit featuring […]
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Historian Tea Talk: Women of the Saratoga Campaign
Brookside Museum 21 Fariground Ave., Ballston Spa, NY, United StatesOn 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 […]