Upcoming Events

 

 

 

 

Upcoming Events

Historian Tea Talks: Saratoga in the Gilded Age and the Lost Park| April 2: 3pm 

Come and enjoy a presentation given by the acclaimed local author and storyteller, Hollis Palmer, in conjunction with the Saratoga County History Center. Tea and cookies will be served. Registration is free and recommended, but a donation of $5 per registration, online or at the event, would be appreciated to support the programs of Saratoga County History Center. This event is sold-out.

 

Well Dressed: Gowns of the 1770s – Public Program & Workshop by Emily Stringham| April 4: 7pm

Learn about the importance of the garment that was worn by women of all classes. This program will cover the social history and construction of the garment as well as include an opportunity to view an original gown from the 18th century. This program is free and open to the public however registration is highly encouraged. Register Here

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Galway Preservation Society Monthly Meeting| April 7: 6:45pm

This months meeting features Rachel Clothier, historian for the town of Corinth, will present “Cultivating Corinth-A Local Agricultural History,” including photos and stories detailing farming over the past 200 years in a northern Saratoga County town.  The meeting will be held at the Galway Town Hall, 5910 Sacandaga Road, Galway. 

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Traveling the Mother Road: America’s Route 66 | April 10: 7pm

Joanne and Rick Reynolds will be sharing the story of their personal and professional road trip from the beginning to the end of America’s Route 66 – from Chicago, Illinois to Santa Monica, California. This presentation is not a travelogue but an examination of the story of this road. Full of stories, pictures, and an emphasis on preservation of the past for all to experience now and into the future. The presentation is free to attend, but donations are always welcome and appreciated, either online or at the event. Register Here

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Random Acts of Poetry: Writing Workshop | April 12: 9:30am

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. Register Here

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Historian Tea Talks: Women of the Saratoga Campaign| April 16: 3pm 

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

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Having a Layer Flock in Your Backyard | April 26: 8:30am

Having a layer flock in your backyard, a class to cover: local laws or how to make them chicken friendly, breed, housing/pen design and more! Register Here
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Random Acts of Poetry: Performance Reading | April 26: 7pm

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

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The Cello Experience Sound Bath | April 27: 3pm

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 or cushion for comfort. While this even is free to attend, registration is required as space is limited to 20 people. This event is sold-out.

All these programs are free and open to the public unless otherwise indicated.
For more information visit https://brooksidemuseum.org/