Events

See and hear the fascinating historical tales of the Victorian houses,originally referred to as “Great Ladies”, on North Broadway in Saratoga Springs. This tour focuses on the families who built the houses, not the architecture. The tour includes stories about: the man who was so angry at the City, he turned his back on it; the son who took his... Read more »

Join Frederick Douglass, portrayed by Douglass interpreter Nathan M. Richardson, for a conversation about the meaning of American Democracy from the perspective of the renowned former slave turned writer, orator and abolitionist. In his talk Richardson will discuss Douglass’ relationships with abolitionists William Lloyd Garrison and Harriet Tubman, and several United States Presidents including Abraham Lincoln and Ulysses Grant. Discussion... Read more »

The Jazz Ambassadors Directed by Dennis Searles 100 Years of Big Bands This free concert presents The Jazz Ambassadors and features professional musicians from Local 506 of the American Federation of Musicians under the Baton of Dennis Searles. They perform throughout the area bringing the joy of Jazz to all listeners. Join us on the lawn at Brookside and bring... Read more »

A wallpaper factory! A National Register site! A school district- first in the state! A farm! A store! A devastating fire! Even the impetus for the Northway!  Yes, all that - and more.  All on Lakehill Road in Burnt Hills.  Yes, come tour with Ballston Town Historian Rick Reynolds and see where we were and where we’re going in Burnt... Read more »