In this exclusive and unique “behind-the-scenes” experience for AARCH Sponsor-level members and up, be some of the first to explore Fort Ticonderoga’s recently restored Pavilion, the 1826 summer home of William Ferris Pell and his family, and a popular hotel between 1840 and 1900. Mingle in and explore the halls of this historic space that…
Lake Champlain’s Valcour Bay is a National Historic Landmark because it is the site of the first naval engagement between the fledgling United States Navy and a British fleet, which occurred here during the Revolutionary War at the October 1776 Battle of Valcour. A small fleet under the command of Benedict Arnold held the British…
The world of power tools can seem intimidating for women – but it shouldn’t be! AARCH believes strongly in empowering women to safely and confidently build and wield personal and professional DIY skills. We are teaming up with regional contractor and construction firm owner Leisa Almekinder to explore the importance and uses of power tools…
Camp Santanoni and the Santanoni Preserve was a huge private estate, created by Robert and Anna Pruyn of Albany, covering nearly 13,000 acres. Construction started in 1892 and at its heyday, the property included nearly four-dozen buildings, a 200-acre working farm and a Japanese-inspired log villa. In 1972, Camp Santanoni was acquired by the State…
Join AARCH on a scenic bike route through the rolling Boquet Valley, a region that is known for its fertile farmland and charming hamlets. Meeting at the Whallonsburg Grange, we’ll first see the Grange’s work to restore its Grange Hall as a community center and to adaptively reuse the former Whitcomb’s Garage for arts, retail,…
Tupper Lake’s major industrial, institutional, and community buildings help to highlight an expansive, multi-layered history and their preservation offers the community a canvas for a vibrant future. On this outing, we’ll explore several defining places, structures, and facilities that bring Tupper Lake’s past into clearer view, including our first stop to today’s Sunmount Developmental Center….
“Like seven reclusive sisters, the camps on Otis and Iron Mountains have remained hidden from all but their closest neighbors for more than a century,” wrote Margaret Bartley in an Adirondack Life article exploring these impressive and wonderfully sited camps. With Margaret as our guide, we will explore several unique camps perched on the mountainside…
The workshop begins at 10 AM and ends at 3:30 PM. There is a suggested donation of $35 per person. Riding on a horse-drawn wagon is required for this outing and is an additional $30 fee. Participants will be asked to bring their own sketching materials. Grab your sketchbook and explore the beauty of…
The Washington County community of Greenwich is home to some of the area’s best and most vibrant architectural heritage in the southern part of the North Country. Greenwich’s National Register-listed village historic district boasts roughly 165 historic structures with a rich number of 19th and 20th century architectural styles ranging from Federal, Greek Revival, Italianate,…
One of the preservationist’s most common cry is to ‘Save Those Wood Windows!’ Understanding how to implement vital maintenance and repair of wood windows conserves their functionality and helps preserves a building’s historic character. Through this workshop, attendees will gain crucial insight and hands-on experience in saving wood windows from an expert. Join AARCH at…
