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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.

Walking Tour: The Gilded Age

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

Wine and Walk: The Gilded Age

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

Farm Kids Pumpkin Day!

The Mabee Farm's pumpkin patch will be open just for kids! Come spend a fall day with us as we wander our pumpkin patch, picking our favorites. Our pumpkins come in all sizes, shapes and colors! We'll then create a gourdy craft with our picks.

Free – $10.00

Secret Stockade Saturdays

The Stockade comes to life on this behind-the-scenes journey through the neighborhood. Enjoy museum admission, a guided neighborhood tour, exclusive access to two Stockade homes and gardens, and coffee and a treat at Arthur’s Market!

$25.00

Howlin’ at the Moon featuring Belle-Skinner

Belle-Skinner is a dark nostalgic singer-songwriter based in New York. With a hauntingly beautiful, lilting soprano and innate sense of melody she crafts tales of songbirds, sirens and desert nomads – nuanced and layered stories which bridge the gap between past and present.

Walking Tour: GE Realty Plot

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

$25.00