Luminist Horizons: The Art and Collection of James A. Suydam

• Venue: The Hyde Collection
• Date: June 3 through September 16, 2007
• Time: Tues.-Sat. 10am-5pm; Sun.12noon-5pm
• Admission: Free
• Organization: The Hyde Collection
• Contact: Stacey Mattison
• Tel: 518-792-1761
• Email: smattison@hydecollection.org
• Website: www.hydecollection.org

Description: The first ever exhibition to celebrate the masterful art and superlative collection of American landscapist James A. Suydam.  An accomplished painter in his own right, Suydam assembled a rich collection of work by his American colleagues including major paintings by John F. Kensett, Asher B. Durand, Frederic Edwin Church, and Sanford R. Gifford. The exhibition highlights the finest examples of Suydam‚s art and his collection, which the artist left to the National Academy of Design upon his death in 1865. The Suydam bequest remains one of the few intact nineteenth-century artists‚ collections in existence. Accompanied by a fully illustrated catalogue. The exhibition is organized by the National Academy Museum, New York

Driving directions:  FROM THE SOUTH: Take Exit 24 off NYS Thruway to I-87N.  Travel north on I-87. Take Exit 18, turn right off the ramp, traveling east toward Glens Falls. Follow cultural attractions signs into downtown Glens Falls (you will also be following the blue hospital signs). Take Hudson Avenue and continue past the Glens Falls Hospital to the downtown intersection of Rt. 9 & Rt. 32. -- Proceed onto the traffic rotary following Rt. 32 . Get off the second exit of the traffic rotary (Rte 32 N), Warren Street.  The Museum is located five blocks down on the right, just past the Armory building.

FROM THE NORTH: Take I-87S to Exit 18 to Glens Falls. Proceed following directions above having made a left turn off the ramp.

Note: Handicap accessible. Parking available.

Under Cooper’s Cave Bridge

• Venue: Cooper’s Cave Overlook, South Glens Falls
• Date: Friday, August 10 - Sunday, August 12
• Time: Sunrise to Sunset
• Admission: Free
• Tel: 518-761-3864

Description: Made famous by James Fenimore Cooper’s novel, The Last of the Mohicans, visit the hiding site of Hawkeye and his companions where they attempted their escape. Viewing platform with interpretative signage. Part of New York State’s historic Independence Trail. 

Walking the Feeder Canal Towpath

• Venue: Feeder Canal, Glens Falls, NY
• Date: Friday, August 10, - Sunday, August 12
• Time: Sunrise to Sunset
• Admission: Free
• Organization: Feeder Canal Alliance
• Tel: 518 792 5363
• Email: info@feedercanal.com
• Website: www.feedercanal.com

Description: The Feeder Canal provides water from the Hudson River to the Champlain Canal, and from the early 1800s until 1928 provided a means of transportation by canal boats for people and goods. The canal and towpath today provide recreational opportunities to members of our community as well as providing a glimpse into the past.

The Feeder Canal is the last remaining original canal in New York State. The seven-mile Feeder Canal Linear Park is an opportunity for people of all ages and abilities to use the trail and learn of its historical significance to our community.  Bring your kayak, canoe, or bicycle.

Directions: Go to web site for docking and parking information. 

Outside the House: From the Front Porch to the Back Yard

• Venue: Chapman Historical Museum, 12801
• Date: Friday, August 10 - Sunday, August 12
• Time: Friday & Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, Noon to 4 p.m.
• Admission: Free, donations accepted
• Organization: Chapman Historical Museum
• Tel: 518-793-2826
• Website: www.chapmanmuseum.org

Description: Many people have fond memories of sitting on a front porch on a warm summer evening— sharing stories with family members or neighbors, reading a good book or simply daydreaming. Others may recall a game of badminton or horseshoes, a stroll through garden pathways or a nap in a shaded hammock.

The Chapman’s summer exhibition will explore the meaning of man-made outdoor spaces in the 19th century. Porches and gardens did more than provide decoration or escape from the summer heat. Outdoor spaces were settings for parties, meals, stories and music, games and sports, courtship and reunions. These spaces also were places where one could read, draw, paint, sleep, and find solitude.

The exhibit will offer visitors the opportunity to experience the meaning of exterior spaces - not simply read about it. Families will be able to sit in rockers on a front porch and chat or play old fashioned games. Visitors also will be able to play croquet or plant flowers to take home.

OUTSIDE THE HOUSE is guest curated by Jane Mackintosh. The project is funded in part by grants from the Leo Cox Beach Philanthropic Foundation and the New York State Council on the Arts, a state agency. Local sponsors include Curtis Lumber Co., Inc., Watkins Garden Center, and Jim Girard Landscape Maintenance.

Directions: 348 Glen Street, Glens Falls, NY

Fort Edward Cruz-In – Cool Boats and Hot Cars

• Venue: Fort Edward Yacht Basin
• Date: Saturday, August 11 - Sunday, August 12
• Time: Sat: 10 - 10 Sun: 12 - 5
• Admission: Free
• Organization: Fort Edward Chamber of Commerce
• Contact: Darlene DeVoe
• Tel: 518-747-3000
• Email: bigsmileywink@aol.com
• Website:

Description: Boat and Car Showcase, music, vendors, Roger’s Island Visitors Center and Old Fort House Museum Tours available

Directions: Exit 17N. North on Rte 9 to Route 197, bare right. Continue to Rte 4 and make a left.Yatch Basin and Underwood Park on your left.

Handicap Accessible: Yes

Whitehall First Nations Intertribal Pow Wow

• Venue: Whitehall Canal Side Park
• Date:  August 11 & 12
• Time:  Sat: 9:00am-8:00pm,  Sun: 10:00am – 3:00pm
• Admission:  Free
• Organization:  Arts & Recreation Commission of Whitehall
• Contact:  Barbara Flayter
• Tel:  518-368-5070
• Email:  baf51@yahoo.com
• Website: www.bridgetheater-whitehall.com

Description:  Experience a real Indian Ceremony and Dance. Hear the beating of the Indian Drum to gather up the "Sprits". In addition, at the "Gathering of the Spirits" there will be storytelling and poetry reading, song and music and as well as all kinds of arts.  Watch the carving of an eagle.  There will be hand-crafted items made by tribal members for sale and raffles.  Savor buffalo burgers and fresh corn on the cob.   

Driving directions:  From the NYS Thurway, Take EXIT 24 Merge onto I-87 N / I-90 toward ALBANY / MONTREAL (Portions toll). 1.0 miles

1. Take EXIT 20 toward RT-149 / FORT ANN / WHITEHALL.  50 miles
2. Turn LEFT onto US-9 / NY-149. 0.5 miles
3. Turn RIGHT onto NY-149. 11.7 miles
4. Turn LEFT onto Rte. US-4. Continue to follow US-4. 10.5 miles 
5. Turn SLIGHT RIGHT onto US-4 / POULTNEY ST. 0.1 miles  At light in Whitehall
6. Take next LEFT onto SKENESBOROUGH DR. 0.3 miles

Public Transportation:  Take the Amtrak's Adirondack Route from Penn Station or from many of the other stations along the way.  Get off at Whitehall Station on Main St. Make a right from the station.  Event is in walking distance.  Visit Amtrak.com.

Note: Food and Beverages, Parking available. Handicap Accessible

Location: Amphitheater of Skenesborough Harbor Park
Date: Friday, August 10
Time: Evening
Admission: Free
Organization: Washington County Chamber
Tel: (518) 499-2435
Directions: Whitehall, NY

18th Century Day

• Venue:  Schuyler House
• Date:  August 12
• Time:  12pm - 5pm
• Admission:  Free
• Organization :  Old Saratoga Historical Association
• Contact:  Debbie Peck Kelleher
• Tel:  518 583-0506
• Email:  lazykate@nycap.rr.com 

Description:  Learn from over 25 artisans as they demonstrate 18th Century living skills, from basket weaving to rope making, tinsmithing, hornworking, quilting, spinning, dying, and weaving.  Visit with the Herbalist, farmer, oxen teamster and mantua maker.  Punch and Judy show, house tours, and music.

Driving directions: Rte 4 South, Schuylerville

• From the Northway Exit 14: Take 9P North to first traffic light.  Turn right on Henning Rd.  Turn left onto Rte 29.  Follow Rte 29 for over 7 miles into the village of Schuylerville.  Turn right at traffic light on to Rte 4 S.  House is just as you leave the village on the right.

Note: Cookies and punch Free Parking

Spin 'Til You Dye

• Venue:  Schuyler House
• Date:  August 11
• Time:  11-3
• Admission:  Free
• Organization:  Rock Day Spinners
• Contact:  Debbie Peck Kelleher
• Tel:  518 583-0506
• Email:  lazykate@nycap.rr.com

Description:  Join us for a day of Spinning and Natural Dying.  Spinners will being dying fibers with natural dyes over open fires. 

Driving directions:  Rte 4 South, Schuylerville

From the Northway exit 14: Take 9P North to first traffic light.  Turn right on Henning Rd.  Turn left onto Rte 29.  Follow Rte 29 for over 7 miles into the village of Schuylerville.  Turn right at traffic light on to Rte 4 S.  House is just as you leave the village on the right.

Note: Handicap accessible, Free Parking

Stillwater Blockhouse Museum

• Venue:  Stillwater Block House
• Date:  August 10 - 12
• Time:  12:00 - 4:00pm
• Admission:  Free
• Organization:  Stillwater Blockho

Driving directions:  Route 4, Stillwater, NY

3^rd Annual Cardboard Boat Race

• Venue: Fort Hardy Park
• Date: Friday, August 10, Saturday, August 11, Sunday, August 12
• Time:
• Admission: $10 and up to race.
• Organization: Hudson Crossing Park, Inc.
• Contact: Marlene Bissell
• Tel: 518-695-3309
• Email: cjgoat@hotmail.com
• Website: www.hudsoncrossingpark.org

Description: Come join the fun as a spectator or enter the race. Build a human powered boat made of corrugated cardboard or 100% recycled materials that will hold one crewmember and be seaworthy on the Hudson River in Schuylerville.

Directions: Exit 14 off of I-87. Follow signs to Schuylerville on Rte 29 east. Continue on Rte 29 east to Fort Hardy Park.

Note: Ages 7 & up to race. Handicap Accessible.

Saratoga National Battlefield

• Location: 648 Route 32, Stillwater, NY 12170
• Date: Friday, August 10 - Sunday, August 12
• Time: 9:00am – 5:00pm
• Admission: cars - $5.00, bicycles - $3.00, hikers - $3.00, annual pass - $10.00
• Organization: National Park Service
• Tel: (518) 664-9821 ext. 224
• Website: www.nps.gov/sara/index.htm

Description: Begin your visit at the Visitor Center, where you can pick up a park map & brochure and pay your entrance fee.  The Visitor Center also has restrooms, a book and gift shop, 20-minute orientation film, fiber-optic light map, timeline display, and artifact display. Tours of the Battlefield are self-guiding, using information in the park brochure and interpretive stations along the way.

Directions: Saratoga National Historical Park is located 40 miles north of Albany, the state capital, and some 15 miles southeast of Saratoga Springs. All signs for the park are brown with white letters and say "Saratoga National Historical Park." From points north (like Glens Falls, Queensbury, or Montreal): Get off the Northway (I-87) at Exit 14 Follow signs for Route 29 East to Schuylerville where the Schuyler House (south end of town) and Saratoga Monument (south part, uphill on Route 338 / Burgoyne Rd.) are located. At the "T" intersection with U.S. Route 4, turn right. You will be going south. About eight miles south on Route 4 you will find the entrance to the Battlefield, on the right side of the road.

From Albany and points south: Get off the Northway (I-87) at Exit 12. Turn right off the exit; you will be on Route 67 eastbound.  NOTE: you will be entering a traffic circle. Stay in the right lane to go through the traffic circle, remaining on Rt. 67 eastbound. Before the next traffic circle, move into the left lane. Use this lane in the traffic circle. Go 3/4 of the way through the circle and exit for U.S. Rt. 9 headed north. The turn will be to your left as you approach the second circle, but on your right when you are in the traffic circle.  Exit right from the circle to get onto Rt. 9 northbound. After exiting the circle for Rt. 9 northbound, drive about 1.6 miles to the second traffic light.  There, turn right onto Rt. 9 P. Drive about 4.5 miles along Rt. 9 P (Saratoga Lake will be to your left), looking for a right turn for Rt. 423.  Turn right onto Rt. 423. After about 5.5 miles on Rt. 423, look for a left turn for Rt. 32.  Turn left onto Rt. 32. Drive about 2 miles on Rt. 32.  The entrance for the Battlefield will be on your right. NOTE: brown and white signs for "Saratoga National Historical Park" are found at all necessary turns en route.

From points east or west: Use Route 29 to Schuylerville.  At the "T" intersection with U.S. Route 4, turn south (right turn if you are driving from the west, left turn if from the east). About 8 miles south, you will see the entrance to the Battlefield on the right side of the road.

Saratoga Monument

• Location: Stillwater, NY
• Date: Friday, August 10 - Sunday, August 12
• Time: 9:30am to 4:30pm
• Admission: Free
• Organization: National Park Service
• Tel: (518) 664-9821
• Website: http://www.nps.gov/sara/index.htm

Description: Saratoga Monument, third of three sites making up Saratoga National Historical park, is located approximately 7 1/2 miles north of the Battlefield. This 155-foot obelisk commemorates the American victory in the Battles of Saratoga.

Directions: First part of Saratoga Battlefield.