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  • Schenectady Wine Society: Vini Italiani

    Join your hosts, Buffy Leonard and city historian Chris Leonard on a tasting and history tour of their favorite Italian wines!

    $33.00
  • Howlin’ at the Moon featuring Carolyn Shapiro

    Carolyn Shapiro is an award-winning old-time banjo player and songwriter from the Southern Adirondacks whose sound is rooted in the old songs of Appalachia. Blending her sultry flavor with a traditional style, Carolyn creates honest music that feeds the soul.

    $10.00
  • Walking Tour: GE Realty Plot

    Join Schenectady City Historian Chris Leonard as explore the stately GE Realty Plot!

    $25.00
  • Schenectady Living History: 19th Century African Americans

    Join us in celebrating Schenectady’s African American history! This program will feature living history performances highlighting three individuals who rose from the shackles and oppression of slavery to positions of prominence.

  • Wine and Walk: From Canal Days to the Golden Era

    Join us for an evening stroll past Schenectady mansions and learn about the influential families who shaped the area during this transformative era.

    $6.00 – $12.00
  • Arts and Crafts Festival

    Join us as 60+ artists and crafters spread out over the Mabee Farm grounds with their eclectic, beautifully handcrafted items.

    $10.00
  • Kayak Through History: Waterford

    For centuries, local history has revolved around the mighty Mohawk River. Discover it with us from the seat of a kayak!

    $35.00
  • Kayak Through History: Schenectady

    For centuries, local history has revolved around the mighty Mohawk River. Discover it with us from the seat of a kayak!

    $35.00
  • All Sites Closed

    All SCHS sites, including Mabee Farm, the Museum, and the Library will be closed on Labor Day.

  • Autumn Glow Festival

    Step into a dazzling and whimsical world of light with over 1,000 Chinese lanterns, all handmade by artisans with decades of experience.