With the completion of the Erie Canal in 1825, New York truly became the “Empire State.” Once a sleepy farming town, Schenectady experienced a dramatic transformation of its own during the canal era.
The Stockade and its secrets come to life on this behind-the-scenes journey through the neighborhood.
It’s the middle of the 19th century and America has been fractured in two. As Union and Confederate forces battle, the fate of the nation hangs in the balance. In this tour we’ll examine how Schenectady fit into this struggle. We’ll walk the streets and meet the people who lived through this crisis.
Every city has its fair share of scandal! Scandalous Schenectady recalls some of Schenectady’s more nefarious characters. Bold bootlegging, cruel kidnappings and maybe even a few mysterious murders…this tour has it all!
This year, the popular Mohawk river paddling tours return to both Schenectady and Waterford. For centuries, our region's history has revolved around the mighty Mohawk River.
Back for 2022, and again presented by Everest Rising, our Howlin’ at the Moon Concert Series showcases regional bluegrass, Americana, folk, indie, and more.
This year, the popular Mohawk river paddling tours return to both Schenectady and Waterford. For centuries, our region's history has revolved around the mighty Mohawk River.
All Schenectady County Historical Society sites will be closed on June 20, in observance of Juneteenth.
This year, the popular Mohawk river paddling tours return to both Schenectady and Waterford. For centuries, our region's history has revolved around the mighty Mohawk River.
On these special dates, the Mabee Farm will be open just for kids! Tour the entirety of our farm with special demonstrations of colonial crafts. Butter making, barn-building, blacksmithing and meeting the farm animals are just some of the activities available.
