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.
The SCHS Museum & Library will be closed on Friday July 31.
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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Kayak Through History
FeaturedFor centuries, local history has revolved around the mighty Mohawk River. Discover it with us from the seat of a kayak!
Get Tickets $35.00 -
Wine and Walk: Saving the Stockade
FeaturedThis tour tells the story of how New York State’s first historic district came to be.
Sold Out $6.00 – $12.00 -
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Rendezvous with Treason
FeaturedA dramatic portrayal of two of the most intriguing characters in the American Revolution – Major John André and General Benedict Arnold and their fateful meeting in New York in September of 1780.
Get Tickets $15.00 – $25.00 -
Boats & Goats at Mabee Farm
FeaturedTour the entirety of our farm with special demonstrations of colonial crafts. Butter making, barn-building and meeting the farm animals are just some of the other activities available. We’ll also take a ride in our historic boats!
Get Tickets Free – $10.00 -
Wine and Walk: The Gilded Age
FeaturedJoin us for an evening stroll past Schenectady mansions and learn about the influential families who shaped the area during this transformative era.
