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
Monday 10am-1pm
Tuesday-Friday 10am-4:30pm
Saturday 10am-2pm
Mabee Farm Hours
Open for tours Wednesday-Saturday at 11:00am, 1:30pm, & 3:00pm
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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Autumn Glow Lantern Festival
A dazzling display of Chinese lanterns and acrobatics
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Bateau Sunset Cruise
FeaturedOn this sunset cruise, we’ll recreate a Mohawk River journey, albeit at a relaxing pace. Each ticket includes a cocktail as a standard ration, so sit back, relax, and take in the sunset!
Sold Out $35.00 -
The Village in the Grove: A Tour of Round Lake
FeaturedFounded in 1868, the charming village of Round Lake NY features some of the most elegant Victorian architecture in the Capital Region. Village Historian Scott Rigney will lead us through the streets and stories, explaining how a small camp meeting place became a beautiful American village.
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Wine and Walk: Canal Days
FeaturedOnce a sleepy farming town with an important harbor, Schenectady experienced a dramatic transformation of its own during the canal era.
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Schenectady Spies: A Kids Program
FeaturedThe American Revolution was not just a contest of arms but of information. Your mission, if you choose to accept it, is to report to the Schenectady County Historical Society and learn about the dangerous world of Revolutionary spycraft. Participants will craft their own secret messages to take home.
Get Tickets Free – $8.00
