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History Center to Host Take-Out BBQ Dinner on June 2

The Saratoga County History Center will hold a drive-thru Miller’s Backyard BBQ dinner on Friday, June 2, 2023 from 3 pm to 6 pm.  There will be a choice of a half chicken OR half pound pulled pork dinner for $15.00.  We will also be serving a beef brisket dinner for $20 available by pre-order only.  All dinners include a baked… Read more »

Chris Carola to Speak on WWII Veterans of Saratoga County

The Saratoga County History Center at Brookside Museum is pleased to announce, “A Call to Duty: Saratoga County Veterans in WWII”, a free talk presented by Chris Carola on Wednesday, May 24 at 7 pm. As a history buff and former AP reporter, Chris has had the opportunity to interview several WWII veterans over the years.  He was inspired to research and document the experiences… Read more »

Sheep to Shawl Program Returns to History Center

The long-running interactive “Sheep to Shawl” program at Brookside Museum returns to the Saratoga County History Center on May 13 from 1pm-4pm.  Sheep, lambs, farmers, herders, and shearers, including 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… Read more »

History Center to Open New Exhibit that Celebrates Saratoga

The trustees and staff of the Saratoga County History Center invite residents and tourists alike to celebrate the storied history of their beloved Saratoga County in a new exhibit at Brookside Museum: “Saratoga County: Our Home!” “Saratoga County: Our Home!”, which opens May 20, 2023, takes guests on an immersive, artifact-rich journey spanning four centuries of Saratoga life, business, and… Read more »

Bacon Hill Documentary Premieres

Saratoga County History Center series continues focusing on Bacon Hill’s history and residents, highlighting the essence of a farming community in Northumberland. The Saratoga County History Center has announced the forthcoming release of their latest documentary, Bacon Hill, a Forgotten Crossroads.  The program showcases the rich history and plans of the Bacon Hill farming community in the eastern Saratoga County… Read more »

History Center to Hold 2nd Annual Awards Ceremony

The trustees and staff of the Saratoga County History Center are thrilled to announce the second annual Saratoga County Public History Award ceremony.  The gala event will be held at Brookside Museum in Ballston Spa on April 13 at 7 pm. The 2022 winners are Paul Perreault and Charlie Kuenzel.  They were selected by a special committee of local historians… Read more »

Kelleher Appointed to Erie Canalway NHC Commission

Saratoga County History Center Vice President on Federal Commission Sean Kelleher, the vice president of the Saratoga County History Center, has been appointed to the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor Commission.  This federal commission works with communities along the Erie Canal to celebrate and promote the Canal’s heritage. Kelleher directs communications and is a project director for special events at… Read more »

Craft Fair at Brookside Museum – Vendors Wanted!

The Saratoga County History Center is seeking vendors of handmade crafts, antiques, and farm products for the annual craft fair on Saturday, June 24, 2023, from 10 am to 3 pm.  No mass produced or commercially manufactured products will be permitted. Spaces are available outdoors, with limited spaces available indoors.  The fair is a rain-or-shine event. The fair is very… Read more »

Registration is Open for Educational Experiences at the Saratoga County History Center

Civil War Letters and Native New York Program Available While schools and educational programs are returning to normal, the Saratoga County History Center is expanding its staff and offering quality and interactive programs to kindergarten through grade 12 schools.  The History Center continues its famous 40-year tradition of the Sheep to Shawl program but has expanded its interactive experiences like… Read more »