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Located in a beautiful historic Beaux-Arts style build-
ing at 297 Broadway, across from Congress Park, the Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center is the gateway to the city for both residents and visitors alike. Under the direction of the Saratoga Convention & Tourism Bureau, the visitor center offers:
• An information center with city and regional maps, guides, event calendars and informational brochures. The Visitor Center offers wonderful FREE information about Saratoga Springs attractions, restaurants, accommodations, architec- ture, horse racing, recreation, and self-guided tours of the many historic districts.
• A friendly staff to answer questions, provide referrals,
and share a wealth of knowledge. Whether you have two hours, two days, or two weeks, let us help plan your time
in Saratoga Springs and the region. If you are new to our community, we can help you find the resources you need to get settled in, and can be your source for information on entertainment, attractions, events and the community.
• An event space for your life and business events. We offer a variety of rental spaces and options for business meetings, seminars, galas, receptions, anniversaries, etc. Stop in to see our space and discuss how our historic building can be yours for a day.
• A shaded outdoor garden area with picnic tables that can accommodate groups - an oasis of greenery in downtown Saratoga.
This space is open to the public and features a beautiful garden maintained by the Heritage Garden Club and is a yearly stop on the Annual Soroptimists Secret Garden Tour each July!
• Educational programs at the Visitor Center and in the com- munity, such as walking tours, school tours and the Brown Bag Lunch Lecture Series.
• The Saratoga Summer Concert Series in Congress Park - held Sundays in July and Tuesdays in August, these free concerts draw thousands of Saratoga Springs residents and visitors and feature a variety of regional musicians. The Summer Concert Series program is free and open to all.
• Gallery space for work by contemporary artists with new exhibits on a regular basis.
• Volunteer opportunities at the Visitor Center and at com- munity events throughout the year.
• Guided walking tours in season. Private tours can be ar- ranged for groups of 10 or more by reservation.
• Step-on Tour Guides available upon request for chartered groups.
• Hosts of the Brown Bag Lunch Lecture Series - A free community educational program that highlights the rich history, culture, and traditions of our city and heritage area. Produced by the Visitor Center in cooperation with the Saratoga Springs Public Library, this program takes place eight times a year.
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Heritage Area Visitors Center
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