Saratoga County History Center

Saratoga County History Center The Saratoga County History Center is dedicated to preserving and teaching the diverse and storied histories of Saratoga County, NY.

The Saratoga County History Center is a non-profit organization headquartered at Brookside Museum in beautiful Ballston Spa, NY. In addition to Brookside Museum's exhibits, gardens, and archival collections, the History Center offers a variety of online programming and in-person educational events. We welcome all visitors and researchers. Please check our website (www.brooksidemuseum.org) and soci

al media accounts (Twitter: ; Instgram: saratogacountyhstory) for the latest news, updates, and operating hours. The History Center is made possible by membership dues, generous donations, and the New York State Council on the Arts (with the support of Gov. Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature). For more information, please contact us at 518.885.4000 or [email protected].

[The History Center was formerly "The Saratoga County Historical Society at Brookside Museum." Our rebranding occurred in the spring of 2020, and our name change is awaiting formal approval from the Board of Regents. All donations are to be made in the name of "Saratoga County Historical Society."]

Discover the stories behind 700+ photos of local service members taken by Charles Siciliano Sr. at his Mechanicville tav...
06/15/2026

Discover the stories behind 700+ photos of local service members taken by Charles Siciliano Sr. at his Mechanicville tavern during WWII & the Korean War. Chris Carola shares the history and the Mechanicville District Public Library's efforts to restore the collection in museum-quality frames.
Learn more and register at https://brooksidemuseum.networkforgood.com/events/100561-charlie-s-heroes

Join us next Saturday for our annual Craft & Antique Fair! The family-friendly free event will be held at beautiful Bro...
06/13/2026

Join us next Saturday for our annual Craft & Antique Fair! The family-friendly free event will be held at beautiful Brookside Museum on Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 10am to 3pm. Shop a wide variety of locally handcrafted collectibles, antiques, and farm products. Also checkout our History Book sale on the porch during the craft and antique fair.

We are excited to host an Olde Time Strawberry Social on Sunday June 14, from 2-3:30pm. Enjoy the beautiful Brookside ga...
06/12/2026

We are excited to host an Olde Time Strawberry Social on Sunday June 14, from 2-3:30pm. Enjoy the beautiful Brookside gardens and savor strawberry shortcake, made with homemade biscuits and real whipped cream, for $5 a serving! Learn more and register at https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/olde-time-strawberry-social/

Join historian Jim Sefcik as he examines the King George III's background and personal life, especially those who influe...
06/11/2026

Join historian Jim Sefcik as he examines the King George III's background and personal life, especially those who influenced him the most, his role during the War for American Independence, two events during that time that he had to deal with in addition to the war, and his health leading to his ultimate demise.
Learn more and register at https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/george-iii-americas-last-king/

Join us for our annual Craft & Antique Fair! The family-friendly free event will be held at beautiful Brookside Museum ...
06/10/2026

Join us for our annual Craft & Antique Fair! The family-friendly free event will be held at beautiful Brookside Museum on Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 10am to 3pm.
Guests will be able to shop a wide variety of locally handcrafted collectibles, antiques, and farm products. Also checkout our History Book sale on the porch during the craft and antique fair.

Address

21 Fairground Avenue
Ballston Spa, NY
12020

Opening Hours

Saturday 12pm - 4pm
Sunday 12pm - 4pm

Telephone

+15188854000

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