This presentation examines the role of Black barbers as leaders in their communities and advocates for the rights of others.

Join us for a short, illuminated walk in the woods of the Woestyne. Afterwards, we’ll make a fire in the Inn’s historic fireplace

Christopher Scott, author of “Chain of Title: An Adventure to Uncover the 350-Year Legacy of the Old Grist Mill,” will discuss the historical research process

Join us just in time for Valentine's Day as Chef Jen teaches us how to craft chocolate truffles!

In this workshop, we'll felt an adorable bear, using wool from our herd.

In this tour, we try to see the Mabee Farm as enslaved people would have known it, and to understand the painful, dehumanizing experiences of hundreds of other enslaved people in Schenectady’s history. This program is offered as part of Black History Month.

Tyler Putman of the Museum of the American Revolution will present “Following the Army: Soldiers and Civilians in the Revolutionary War" and discuss the significance of SCHS' own Liberty Flag.

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

Who were the early employees of Edison’s General Electric? The answer might surprise you.

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.