The Saratoga County History Center is pleased to announce a special program entitled “Ballston’s Sacrifice in the War with Mexico” on Thursday, October 5 at 7pm at Brookside Museum in Ballston Spa. Local Historians John Cromie and Dave Waite will team up to present the story of the Mexican War on both the national and local level in a multimedia… Read more »
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Miller’s Backyard Barbecue at Brookside Museum
Please join us on May 3rd from 3pm to 6 pm for our “Welcome Back Spring” Miller’s Backyard Barbecue at Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa.. There is a choice of a ½ chicken or ½ lb. of pulled pork dinner for $15.00 of a beef brisket dinner for $20.00. (Brisket dinner is only available by pre-order). All dinners… Read more »
Miller’s Backyard Barbecue @ Brookside
Please join us on May 3rd from 3pm to 6 pm for our “Welcome Back Spring” Miller’s Backyard Barbecue at Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa.. There is a choice of a ½ chicken or ½ lb. of pulled pork dinner for $15.00 of a beef brisket dinner for $20.00. (Brisket dinner is only available by pre-order). All dinners… Read more »
2024 Public History Awards
The Saratoga County History Center Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the winners of the third annual Saratoga County Public History Awards. The award recognizes individuals that have made a significant contribution to extending knowledge and understanding of the history of Saratoga County. A celebratory event will be held at Brookside Museum on Tuesday, May 7, beginning at 6… Read more »
History Center Announces 2024 Public History Award Winners
The Saratoga County History Center Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the winners of the third annual Saratoga County Public History Awards. The award recognizes individuals that have made a significant contribution to extending knowledge and understanding of the history of Saratoga County. A celebratory event will be held at Brookside Museum on Tuesday, May 7, beginning at 6… Read more »
Random Acts of Poetry – Poetry Performance Reading
Celebrate National Poetry Month in April with the Ballston Spa Committee on the Arts at Brookside Museum! Join us April 27th at 7 PM for a FREE performance poetry reading featuring Elaine Handley, Marilyn McCabe and Joseph Bruchac, PhD. While this is a free event, space is limited. Register HERE If you have any questions about this event or would… Read more »
Vischer Ferry Film to Focus on Erie Canal Era Village
The Saratoga County History Center has announced the dates for the release of its newest film – Vischer Ferry, a Forgotten Crossroads. The film will premiere on Thursday April 11 at 7 pm at Brookside Museum in Ballston Spa. On April 25 at 7 pm the film will be available for viewing at the Vischer Ferry Firehouse, 360 Riverview Road… Read more »
Shirts in the 18th Century: A Unique Exploration
The Saratoga County History Center at Brookside Museum announces “Shirts in the 18th Century,” a captivating presentation by Henry Cooke. This unique exploration into the construction techniques and social history of shirts will take place on Friday, February 9, at 7 pm at Brookside Museum in Ballston Spa, NY. Cooke will share insights and showcase both originals and… Read more »
Shirts in the 18th Century: A Unique Exploration at Saratoga County History Center
The Saratoga County History Center at Brookside Museum announces “Shirts in the 18th Century,” a captivating presentation by Henry Cooke. This unique exploration into the construction techniques and social history of shirts will take place on Friday, February 9, at 7 pm at Brookside Museum in Ballston Spa, NY. Cooke will share insights and showcase both originals and… Read more »
The Saratoga County History Center at Brookside Museum announces 18th Century Tavern Night
On Thursday February 15 at 6 PM, Brookside Museum is hosting an immersive evening of food, music, and stories. The event, A Night at Aldridge House: An Evening Tavern Experience will encourage participants to step back into the late 18th century. Opening in 1792, the building that now houses the museum was a hotel that hosted guests to Ballston Spa… Read more »
