Join us for a morning bird walk at the Santanoni Preserve. Participants will meet in the upper parking lot at 10 a.m. to begin a one mile stroll to the Farm Complex. A slow paced walk on this flat dirt road should result in seeing or hearing some of the 98 species of birds that...
During the New York Landmarks Conservancy's Sacred Sites Open House, over 100 sacred sites across New York State open their doors for visitors to explore their beautiful art, architecture, and history. This year's theme is “Holding Community Memories,” and participating congregations will showcase their buildings and histories through guided tours, lectures, musical performances, and opening...
Step into the story of the Adirondacks through the lens of one remarkable place and one influential family. This guided tour explores only a portion of Santanoni Preserve, the former wilderness retreat of Robert and Anna Pruyn, whose vision helped shape both the landscape and legacy of the region. You’ll discover how late 19th-century wealth...
Join us for a leisurely walk to the Santanoni Farm as we look for spring wildflowers. Along the way, we'll learn how to identify a variety of seasonal blooms, and learn about the cultural and natural history of these beautiful plants. Participants should bring insect repellent, water, snacks, and appropriate footwear/clothing for a 2 mile...
Join us at Heaven Hill for our Annual Meeting in June! Alongside gathering to review the past year and elect board members, we will be treated to the inaugural Engelhart Education Fund-supported talk by historian Amy Godine. Following the Annual Meeting and talk, we will enjoy a reception with light refreshments. Learn more about the...
Throughout much of the past, everything was shaped by hand, in the Adirondacks and beyond. Woodworking in particular requires the skilled hand of a dedicated artisan. This time-honored craft includes structural carpentry, interior finishes, and even crafting furniture and tools. Through this workshop, we aim to preserve the traditional techniques embodied in the hand-crafted wooden...
From butlers to builders and guides to gardeners, there have been scores of people who have worked at Great Camp Santanoni since construction began more than 130 years ago. This tour delves into the lives of the people who labored to make Camp Santanoni the iconic landmark that it is today. Explore these stories from...
Check out our new architectural salvage warehouse and take home some treasures! Opening Weekend Hours: June 19 – June 22, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM Located in the former Pray’s Family Farm Market in Keeseville (397 State Highway 9N, Keeseville, NY), we accept donations of quality building materials, from windows and bathtubs to doorknobs and...
Join our friends at the North Country Underground Railroad Historical Association for a bus tour of Underground Railroad sites in honor of Juneteenth. The bus will leave from the North Star Underground Railroad Museum (1131 Mace Chasm Road, Ausable Chasm) at 10:00 AM. The tour will go from Keeseville/Peru to Beekmantown/Plattsburgh stopping at key sites...
One of preservationists’ most common cries is to “save wood windows!” Understanding how to implement vital maintenance and repair of wood windows conserves their functionality and helps preserve a building’s historic character. Join AARCH at Wevertown’s Robert and Electa Waddell House to learn how to repair, restore, and preserve wood windows with experienced window restoration...
This program is full – please contact us at info@aarch.org or 518-834-9328 ext. 9 to be added to the waitlist. Today a National Historic Landmark, Lake Champlain’s Valcour Bay was the site of the first naval engagement between the American Continental forces’ fledgling navy and a British fleet during the Revolutionary War. In October 1776, a small...
Celebrate the vibrant role of art and music at Great Camp Santanoni! Free programs, activities, and opportunities to engage and explore creativity will be available across the historic area. Sign up for free wagon rides at on the Santanoni website. New this year! An art display and reception will follow at the Newcomb Community Center...