Workshop: Felt a Chicken
In this workshop, we'll felt an adorable little chicken, using wool from our herd. Choose your hen's coloring, and join us in making a cute gift for friends, family, or even yourself.
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$40.00
The Schenectady County Historical Society is a private, nonprofit institution founded in 1905 to share and preserve Schenectady County’s history. Today we bring history and culture to life through exhibits, programs, research, and community events.
Our Sites
We own and operate three historic sites in Schenectady County – home to exhibitions and events.
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Mabee Farm Historic Site
With its deep history and riverside beauty, it’s the perfect place to explore the Mohawk Valley.
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Museum & Library
The Museum & Library is the perfect starting point for discovering the history of Schenectady County.
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Brouwer House Schenectady
Brouwer House Creative
One of Schenectady's oldest homes, the Brouwer House is a vibrant centerpiece of Schenectady city culture.
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Virtual Talk: Confiscation in the American Revolution: Taking Property, Making the State
Professor Daniel Huslebosch will discuss his recent work, "Confiscation in the American Revolution: Taking Property, Making the State"
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$10.00
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Workshop: Needle Felted Fungi with Mallory Zondag
Create a woolly mushroom felting colors together!
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Cider & Moonshine at the Mabee Inn
We’ll warm up the tavern and show you how folks in the 18th century crafted the beverages that sustained their society. Our own Mabee Farm hard apple cider and some classic Mohawk valley moonshine are on the menu!
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$20.00
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Family Spring Break Program: The Schenectady “Armory”
Participants will be able to touch and hold some of the weapons discussed during this program, and get a feel for what life on the frontier, farm, or battlefield was like in the 1700s and 1800s.
Join us!
Join us as a Lockkeeper, our monthly donor program, and enjoy some sweet benefits! Lockkeepers who choose to give at least 10ドル per month to SCHS will be granted a one-time 10ドル gift card to Villa Italia, as well as an ongoing 10% discount on future in-store purchases through the end of 2024. History never tasted so good!
Become a Lockkeeper!