The Schenectady County Historical Society shares stories, inspires dialogue, and encourages understanding of the history, people, and cultures of Schenectady County.
Featured Events
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“Complex Evidence: Untangling Multiple, Same-Name Individuals” with Judith Herbert
You’ve found a John Smith in your ancestry and the question becomes, “ Which of the possible John Smiths is my John Smith?”
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Kokedama Workshop with Cornell Master Gardener
Chris Kirksey, Cornell Master Gardener, will be here to lead a fun morning workshop where we will create our own take-home kokedama!
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Craft Workshop: Delft Plates
SCHS curator Suzy Fout will discuss the history of delft ceramics, using examples from the SCHS collection Participants will decorate their own plates to take home.
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Bus Trip to the American Museum of Natural History
Explore the AMNH's dinosaurs, planetarium, giant whale, Hall of Biodiversity, fossils, gems, and striking animal dioramas!
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The Folk and Their Art: Exhibition Opening
Join us for the opening reception of "The Folk and Their Art," featuring guest speaker John Scherer!
Our Sites
We own and operate three historic sites in Schenectady County – home to exhibitions, events, and programs.
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Mabee Farm Historic Site
With its deep history and riverside beauty, it’s the perfect place to explore Mohawk Valley heritage.
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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.
Become a Member!
Your membership grants you exclusive benefits while also supporting local history. We recently introduced new benefits to members - we hope you'll take advantage of these new perks by becoming a member of the Schenectady County Historical Society!
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