MUSEUMS
Check in advance for hours & dates open
15 MINUTES AWAY
North Creek
Depot Museum-518-251-5842
Open May-Oct.
5 Railroad Place,
North Creek, NY 12853
Museum in Historic Train Station. Four rooms filled with important history and development of Central
Adirondacks. Theodore Roosevelt learned he was the 26th President of the
US upon President McKinley's death in 1905 at this station. Many things to see
in museum including a large train diorama depicting the area running along the
Hudson River in the 1940s with two train models running along the Hudson River.
www.northcreekdepotmuseum.com
TANNERY POND COMMUNITY CENTER GALLERY -Gallery featuring local artists.
30 MINUTES AWAY
Adirondack
Museum(518) 352-7311
Route 30,
Blue Mountain Lake, NY 12812-0099
Museum Hours: daily from 10am to 5pm-May 22—Oct 18. Open for special programs
throughout the winter.
Praised as "the best of its kind in the world" by
the New York Times. The Adirondack Museum tells the stories of how people lived,
worked and played in the Adirondacks - the place where America's idea of
wilderness was born. Historic structures include rustic cottages, a log hotel,
hunting cabin and one-room schoolhouse.22 outdoor and indoor exhibits, special
programs, demonstrations and workshops explore logging, boats and boating,
outdoor recreation, transportation, rustic craftsmanship and fine arts.
Experience the Adirondack environment and magnificent views from the Museum's
32 landscaped grounds and gardens. Grand Opening on July 15 of the new exhibit:
"The Great Outdoors: Adirondack Play and Adventure" featuring virtual reality.
Museum Store and a Lake View cafe offering light fare and a spectacular view
overlooking Blue Mountain Lake. Please call or visit the Museum's website
www.adkmuseum.org
Great Camp Sagamore-(315)
354-5311 Memorial Weekend - Columbus
Day Weekend
Raquette Lake, NY
13436
National Historic
Landmark, Vintage Vanderbilt Camp. The 2 hour guided tour of 27
buildings includes the caretaker's village, the famous Main Lodge and
the bowling alley. 10:00 and 1:30 daily in summer, 1:30 in fall.
Permanent exhibit and virtual tour for those who do not have a full two
hours to spend. Admission is charged. Excellent gift shop. It is also
possible to stay in our authentic buildings. www.sagamore.org
John Van Alstine & Caroline Ramersdorfer-(315)
354-5311 Wells, NY
The Adirondackˆ Sacandaga River Sculpture Park is a single artist
designed park featuring the work of internationally recognized sculptor John Van
Alstine. The 8 acre parcel is nestled along the banks of the historic Sacandaga
River, in the quaint hamlet of Wells, NY located in south central section of the
Adirondack State Park. The grounds, once part of a 19th century wood products
mill, are wonderful landscaped showcasing an ongoing, changing exhibition of the
sculpture of John Van Alstine, whose work is held in many national collection
including of the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, Smithsonian Institution.
His work is also currently on exhibit at many other parks and gardens including
the DeCordova Museum and Sculpture Garden, in Lincoln, Mass., http://www.johnvanalstine.com/index.html
House of Frankenstein Wax Museum518/668-3377
213 Canada St
Lake George, NY 12845
Season: Late Apr-Oct 31, daily. Summer hours 9am-11pm. Fall hours Fri-Sat
10am-10pm; Sun 10am-6pm
Animated exhibits along darkened hallways spring to life from the tales of
Shelley, Stoker, Poe, Stevenson and many others, helping to stir your fun-filled
childhood fears!
http://www.frankensteinwaxmuseum.com
Lake George Arts Project & Courthouse Gallery
518/668-2616 Season: YR; Fri-Mon, 12-5pm.
1 Amherst St
Old County Court House
Lake George, NY 12845
Located at old County Court House in Lake George. Rotating exhibits of local,
regional and national artists.
Admission fee
Website:
http://www.lakegeorgearts.org
45 MINUTES AWAY
Chapman Historical Museum-518/793-2826
348 Glen St
Glens Falls, NY 12801
Season: YR, Tue-Sat 10am-5pm; Sun, Noon-4pm.
Restored Victorian home of a prominent Glens Falls merchant. Changing exhibits
about the southeastern Adirondacks, including images at famed photographer
Seneca Ray Stoddard.
Website:
http://www.chapmanmuseum.org
The Hyde Collection-518/792-1761
161 Warren St
Glens Falls, NY 12801
Season: YR, Tue-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 12-5pm. Closed Mondays & Nat'l holidays.
World-class collection of European/American masters, including works by
Rembrandt, Rubens & Renoir in an 18th century Florentine villa. Changing
exhibits in galleries throughout the complex.
Website:
http://www.hydecollection.org
World Awareness Children's Museum
174 Glen St
Glens Falls, NY 12801
Price Category: $
Season: Mon-Fri 10am-2pm
Children's art from around the world, interactive displays and hands-on
activities. Current exit is "Celebrations & Ceremonies". Call for schedule.
518/793-2773
Website:
http://www.worldchildrensmuseum.org
Fort William Henry Museum-518/668-5471
Rte 9
Lake George, NY 12845
Price Category: $$
Season: May-Oct, Daily 9am-6pm.
Restored Colonial fortress from French & Indian War. Living history
demonstrations on the hour.
Website:
http://www.fwhmuseum.com
Lower Adirondack Regional Arts Council