Well 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 - Free Workshop: April 4-6 - $295 Saratoga County History Center at Brookside Museum 21 Fairground Avenue, Ballston Spa, New York Learn about the importance of this garment that was... Read more »

US 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 of businesses all along the route and created the American idea of “road trips.” But, as we come close to its 100th anniversary, do you know that you can still... Read more »

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

Mark 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 stunning portraits from our collection, including rarely displayed pieces. We're also thrilled to announce the grand opening of the History Hunters Hangout, a dynamic, interactive space for children and families... Read more »

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

Having a layer flock in your backyard, a class to cover: Local laws or how to make them chicken friendly Breeds Housing/pen design Feed Egg collection and care What to do with older birds The latest info on the bird flu Class size has been limited and early sign up is suggested. Register HERE Presented by the Milton Grange #685... Read more »

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

This event is sold-out. The Ballston Spa Committee on the Arts presents The Cello Experience! Enjoy an afternoon of Cello Sound Therapy with Demetria Koninis of The Cello Experience. Relax, restore and realign with the soothing vibrations of the cello. This immersive sound healing session blends deep, resonant tones to promote balance and inner peace. Bring a yoga mat, blanket... Read more »

The long-running interactive “Sheep to Shawl” program at Brookside Museum returns to the Saratoga County History Center. Sheep, lambs, farmers, herders, the famous Fred the Shearer, and the Rock Day Spinning Guild will assemble on Brookside Museum’s front lawn to demonstrate every facet of sheep raising, shearing, and spinning to produce the wool clothing that was so ubiquitous in early... Read more »

Pollinator Partnerships: Advice from the Pollinator Community  Panelists from: Balet Flowers & Design Pitney Meadows Community Farm Saratoga Spa State Park SoBro Conservancy of Saratoga

The Saratoga County History Center is thrilled to announce a county-wide craft fair!  The family-friendly free event will be held at beautiful Brookside Museum on Saturday, June 21, 2025 from 10am to 3pm. Guests will be able to shop a wide variety of locally handcrafted collectibles, antiques, and farm products.  No mass-produced or commercially-made items will be permitted.  This is... Read more »

Olde Time Strawberry Social This event is for the whole family! Check back soon for more information!

The Victorian Fascination with Plants Special Guest: Catherine Golden (Skidmore professor) The Victorian Language of Flowers Check back soon for more information!

Three Sisters Festival Special guest: Joseph Bruchac Fun for the whole family! Check back soon for more information!