The Schenectady County Historical Society is a private, nonprofit institution founded in 1905 to share and preserve Schenectady County’s history. Today we bring history and culture to life through exhibits, programs, research, and community events.
SCHS Museum Hours
The SCHS Museum will be closed to the public May 28-June 30. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Monday: 10am-1pm
Tuesday: 10am-4:30pm
Wednesday: 10am-4:30pm
Thursday: 10am-4:30pm
Friday: 10am-4:30pm
Saturday: 10am-2pm
Mabee Farm Hours
Open for tours on Fridays and Saturdays at 11am, 1:30pm, and 3pm
Library by appointment only
Our Sites
We own and operate three historic sites in Schenectady County – home to exhibitions and events.
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Mabee Farm Historic Site
With its deep history and riverside beauty, it’s the perfect place to explore the Mohawk Valley.
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Museum & Library
The Museum & Library is the perfect starting point for discovering the history of Schenectady County.
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Brouwer House Creative
One of Schenectady's oldest homes, the Brouwer House is a vibrant centerpiece of Schenectady city culture.
Events
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Workshop: Felted Flowers
FeaturedOur expert felter Pam Bucci will guide us as we felt bright spring flowers. We'll shape delicate petals, build layered blooms, and adding fine needle-felted details for texture and depth. All materials and equipment are included.
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Hard Cider & Ale at the Mabee Inn
FeaturedThe Mabees knew how to brew and you can too! In this program we’ll warm up the Inn, and show you how folks in the 18th century crafted the beverages that sustained their society. This year we'll feature our own Mabee Farm apple cider mead and hearth-brewed ale to share!
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Schenectady Wine Society
FeaturedJoin your hosts, Buffy Leonard and Chris Leonard, on a tasting and history tour of their favorite New York wines!
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Mabee Farm Planting Day: A Kids Program
FeaturedThe growing season has begun and we need your help! Guests will learn how generations of Mabees could feed themselves as we plant our rye, corn and veggies. We’ll go from seed to table as we grind our own flour and bake our own bread.
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America250 Book Club: “Occupied America”
Join us throughout 2025 and 2026 as we delve into literature, biographies, and more that explore the American Revolution. We'll meet virtually each month to discuss a few chapters of the book at hand.
