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Chapman Museum The Chapman Museum presents the history of the Glens Falls – Queensbury community and its connection to the Adirondack region. There is no charge for members.
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The Chapman Museum presents the history of the Glens Falls - Queensbury community and its connection to the Adirondack region. Visitors can experience Victorian life in the DeLong House, enjoy an exhibit in the Carriage House Gallery (exhibits change 3 times a year), view some Seneca Ray Stoddard photographs and maps in the Stoddard Gallery, and shop in the Gift Shop. Admission is charged for non-members; $5/adults, $4/seniors 65+ and students, under 12 are free.

Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, the day Union Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger informed enslaved people of their emancipa...
06/19/2026

Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, the day Union Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger informed enslaved people of their emancipation.

In which state did this event take place?

A. Alabama
B. Louisiana
C. Texas

Leave your answer in the comments.

Love Glens Falls history? There's more to discover!Join the Chapman Museum on Friday, June 26 at 11 a.m. for our More of...
06/19/2026

Love Glens Falls history? There's more to discover!

Join the Chapman Museum on Friday, June 26 at 11 a.m. for our More of Glens Falls Walking Tour.

Go beyond downtown as we explore even more of the historic buildings, businesses, and people that helped shape Glens Falls. This guided tour visits sites along Bacon Street, Sherman Avenue, Union Street, and more, uncovering fascinating stories you may have never heard before.

📍 Parking is available in the Chapman Museum lot behind the museum off Bacon Street.

🎟️ Cost:
• $20 per person
• $15 for Chapman members

Registration and payment are required in advance. Tours require a minimum of four participants and are limited to 15 people.

📞 To register, call (518) 793-2826.

Today, we honor Juneteenth, a day to reflect on the enduring importance of freedom, remember the stories that shaped our...
06/19/2026

Today, we honor Juneteenth, a day to reflect on the enduring importance of freedom, remember the stories that shaped our nation, and continue learning from our shared history.

📸 This historic photograph of “The Armory” was taken around 1895 by photographer Seneca Ray Stoddard.The image was don...
06/18/2026

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This historic photograph of “The Armory” was taken around 1895 by photographer Seneca Ray Stoddard.

The image was donated to the Chapman by Glens Falls National Bank & Trust Co. and is now on display in our Stoddard Gallery as part of the exhibit “Warren Street 1870–1890.”

Step back in time with us and explore the history of Warren Street through Stoddard’s remarkable photography.

Shake up your summer with a sweet treat!Join us at the Chapman Museum on Wednesday, July 1, from 3:30–4:30 p.m. for our ...
06/18/2026

Shake up your summer with a sweet treat!

Join us at the Chapman Museum on Wednesday, July 1, from 3:30–4:30 p.m. for our Family Craft Program: Shaken Ice Cream Sundaes!

We'll make homemade ice cream by shaking it ourselves, then top it with festive red, white, and blue toppings to create delicious sundaes—just in time for Independence Day celebrations!

🎉 This hands-on program is FREE and perfect for families.
👨‍👩‍👧 Parental participation is encouraged, and supervision is required.

📅 Registration is required by Tuesday, June 30, at 4 p.m.
📞 To register, call (518) 793-2826.

Last week, the Chapman Museum was thrilled to welcome Seán Kelleher for a fascinating Conversations with the Past progra...
06/18/2026

Last week, the Chapman Museum was thrilled to welcome Seán Kelleher for a fascinating Conversations with the Past program, "Benjamin Franklin Slept Here: The Founding Father's Failed Mission to Make Canada the 14th Colony," presented to a full house!

During the presentation, Sean explored the story behind Benjamin Franklin's 1776 journey to Canada, why the mission ultimately failed, how it influenced the drafting of the Declaration of Independence just months later, and how Franklin transformed that setback into the diplomatic success in France that helped secure American independence.

Missed the program? You can watch the full presentation now on our YouTube channel!

🎥https://youtu.be/UxYNhxqMG4E

📚☀️ Caregivers... not to alarm you, but school lets out in just over a week! 😅Looking for a fun (and free!) activity to ...
06/17/2026

📚☀️ Caregivers... not to alarm you, but school lets out in just over a week! 😅

Looking for a fun (and free!) activity to keep your kids learning this summer? Join us at the Chapman Museum for Summer Storytime!

Every Tuesday at 11 a.m. in July and August, we'll enjoy a story followed by a themed coloring activity.

Our first storytime is Tuesday, July 7!

We'll be reading "John, Paul, George & Ben" by Lane Smith, a funny and clever look at the childhoods of some of America's Founding Fathers. It's a perfect way to celebrate the nation's 250th birthday while introducing young readers to history through humor and imagination.

👧 Recommended for ages 5–9, but all are welcome!
🎨 Storytime is followed by a coloring activity.
👨‍👩‍👧 Parental participation is encouraged, and supervision is required.

🎉 Best of all? It's FREE, and no registration is required!

🚶There's still time to sign up for this Friday's Behind the Business Walking Tour!Join the Chapman Museum on Friday, Jun...
06/17/2026

🚶There's still time to sign up for this Friday's Behind the Business Walking Tour!

Join the Chapman Museum on Friday, June 19 at 11 a.m. and discover the stories behind some of Glens Falls' lesser-known businesses.

This guided tour explores the west side of the downtown business district, uncovering the people, industries, and enterprises that helped shape the city from the 1860s through the 1950s.

📍 Parking is available behind the Chapman Museum off Bacon Street.

🎟️ Cost:
• $20 per person
• $15 for Chapman members

Registration and payment are required in advance. Tours require a minimum of four participants and are limited to just 15 people, so reserve your spot today!

📞 To register, call (518) 793-2826.

Don't throw away your shot to prove you're the biggest Broadway fan in town!Join the Chapman Museum, Lower Adirondack Pr...
06/17/2026

Don't throw away your shot to prove you're the biggest Broadway fan in town!

Join the Chapman Museum, Lower Adirondack Pride and Mean Max Brew Works for Hops & History: Broadway Trivia on Thursday, June 18 at 6 p.m.

Whether you're Defying Gravity with your musical knowledge, dreaming of Another Day of Sun, or hoping you'll be the King of New York by the end of the night, there's a spot in the spotlight waiting for you.

Great brews and trivia that'll have everyone saying, "You Can't Stop the Beat!"

Bring your friends, build your dream cast, and see if your team earns a standing ovation!

📍 Mean Max Brew Works (193 Glen Street)
💲 $15 per person

To register, visit: https://www.loweradkpride.org/events/hops-history-dmb58

Address

348 Glen Street
Glens Falls, NY
12801

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 12pm - 4pm

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(518) 793-2826

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