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  • Local Education: How Schenectady is Like Home

    Jakubowski's recent research delves into the history of Schenectady's schools -- how reforms over the last 200 years affected Electric City schools and the once rural but now suburban schools around Schenectady County. 

    $8.00
  • Earth Night

    Earth Night is an evening celebration of sustainability and living in harmony with the planet. Gather together with friends and neighbors as we present down-to-earth music, art, and workshops that honor Mother Earth and our natural surroundings.

  • Earth Night

    Earth Night is an evening celebration of sustainability and living in harmony with the planet. Gather together with friends and neighbors as we present down-to-earth music, art, and workshops that honor Mother Earth and our natural surroundings.

    Free
  • Workshop: Hooked on Blacksmithing

    If you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at forging, this is the perfect opportunity to learn the basics of blacksmithing in a fun, inclusive environment.

  • Test

    $10.00
  • Recurring

    Mabee Farm opens at 2pm

    Due to school programs, the Mabee Farm will open to the public at 2pm on these days, with guided tours at 3pm, only.

  • Walking Tour: Beyond the Pines: Colonial Schenectady

    This walking tour takes us back to a land you may know but a world that’s unrecognizable. In the 17th century, Schenectady sat at the crossroads of many competing empires, where European colonists met native American nations. Come see how our city’s story began!

    $12.00
  • Walking Tour: Revolutionary Schenectady

    The American Revolution is, of course, a pivotal moment in the history of our city and our nation. Come explore a conflict that sundered families and communities alike. What does it mean to be a Patriot?

    $12.00