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Mohawk Valley Welcome Center
The Mohawk Valley Welcome Center in Fultonville is alongside Mohawk River Lock E13. Celebrating New York’s famed Erie Canal, the Welcome Center also features Taste of NY products and offers interactive history exhibits. Photos by @nysthom
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Colonial Williamsburg
As the weather turns colder, and the holidays approach, you might be thinking about heading to some getaway locations that really capture the holiday spirit. Be sure to put Colonial Williamsburg on your list! Williamsburg was one of America’s first planned cities, and its history and legacy continue to live on through the interpretive work…
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Congress Spring
The mineral springs in Congress Park in Saratoga Springs, NY was once a source of bottled water that was shipped worldwide. The springs received their name because the springs were visited by members of the newly established Congress in 1792.
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Saratoga Springs “Drinkhall”
I was in Saratoga Springs this week (more photos and posts soon) but I wanted to highlight the beautiful Saratoga Springs Visitor Center, and the history of the building. The building was originally built in 1915 to serve as a Trolley Station. It was commonly known as “The Drinkhall”, since it was repurposed as a…
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NYS Fair – Horticulture Building
Of all of the buildings at the historic NYS Fairgrounds, the Horticulture Building might be my favorite. Not only does it feature my favorite displays of the fair (e.g. NYS Maple, beekeepers, and garden clubs), but the building is beautiful. Constructed in 1931, the ornate building features beautiful terracotta tiles and detailed brickwork.
