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Yellow and white Historic Homes Tour flyer

The Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation's 2023 Historic Homes Tour

By Gail Stein on May. 04, 2023

The Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation, along with Honorary Co-Chairs Zane and Brady Carruth…

Two photos side by side, one of George Crum in B&W and one of chips

The Story of George Speck Crum and The "Saratoga Chip"

By Guest on Feb. 16, 2023

There are many stories regarding the invention of the potato chip. Three of the most popular legends…

Saratoga Springs History Museum exterior shot taken from Congress Park with dark, stormy clouds

The Saratoga Springs History Museum: Where history and spirits come to life

By Gail Stein on Oct. 30, 2019

With the changing of the seasons, the brilliant foliage, and Halloween upon us, this seemed an…

Congress Park carousel with large tree with wrought iron fence and brilliant orange foliage in front of it.

The Refurbishment of the Historic Congress Park Carousel

By Gail Stein on Sep. 25, 2019

One of the most beloved fixtures of downtown Saratoga Springs is unquestionably the Congress Park…

A glimpse into Saratoga history: Spring 2019 Brown Bag Lunch Lecture Series

Feb. 05, 2019

The Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center, in partnership with the Saratoga Springs Public…