Historian Catherine Haag's 2023 dissertation explores the confluence of Schenectady's Socialist history,  local workers’ adoption of direct labor action practices at the point of production, and the commitment of local labor leaders to industrial unionism to reveal how radicalism became mainstream among Schenectady’s workers. 

The fight for racial equality in the 19th century played out not only in marches and political conventions, but also in the print and visual culture created and disseminated by African Americans, as Black artists produced images that advanced campaigns for equal rights.

Spend the winter break with us! Today the Mabee Farm will host special winter educational activities. Baking on the hearth, colonial crafts and even a behind-the-scenes tour of our artifact collections.

Join your hosts, Buffy Leonard and city historian Chris Leonard on a tasting and history tour of their favorite wines for the season.

Spend the spring break with us, as we search for signs of life at Mabee Farm! Today the Mabee Farm will host special springtime educational activities, including tasty treats, a craft, and more!

Our inaugural gala will honor the work and contributions of artist Len F. Tantillo. We'll enjoy dinner, a wine tasting, and learn about Mr. Tantillo's newest painting, which captures colonial Schenectady! We may even get a sneak preview... The gala will take place at SUNY Schenectady's Van Curler Room.

Instructor Karen Anthony of Karen’s Paint pARTies will teach us to paint a spring scene.

Join us for a hands-on experience where you'll learn to create personalized blends of soothing bath salts and aromatic tub teas, transforming your bath time into a luxurious and rejuvenating retreat.

Schenectady has long been home to peoples of many faiths. The various churches of the Schenectady Stockade stand out for their beauty and storied history. In this tour, we’ll explore these spaces and hear their stories from the people who keep them sacred today.