Get ready for an exciting autumn season with Schenectady Historical!
For tickets and information for the Autumn Glow Festival at Mabee Farm, please visit autumnglowfestival.com
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.
Autumn Glow Festival
Step into a dazzling and whimsical world of light with over 1,000 Chinese lanterns, all handmade by artisans with decades of experience.
Candlelight Tours
Guided by expert storytellers, immerse yourself in the haunted past of this nearly 400-year-old neighborhood.
All Sites Closed
All SCHS sites, including Mabee Farm, the Museum, and the Library will be closed on Indigenous Peoples Day.
Spirits of the Full Moon with NorthEast Theatre Ensemble
Gather with the spirits this season as we partner with NorthEast Theatre Ensemble to bring immersive theatre to the grounds of the Mabee Farm.
Workshop: Felt a Snowy Owl
In this workshop, we'll felt an adorable snowy owl, using wool from our herd.
Join us!
Join us as a Lockkeeper, our monthly donor program, and enjoy some sweet benefits! Lockkeepers who choose to give at least $10 per month to SCHS will be granted a one-time $10 gift card to Villa Italia, as well as an ongoing 10% discount on future in-store purchases through the end of 2024. History never tasted so good!
Become a Lockkeeper!