Celebrate Women's Equality Day with the SHEratoga Trolley Tour
This Women's Equality Day, step aboard for a unique journey through Saratoga Springs and discover the remarkable women whose courage, determination, and leadership helped shape both our community and the nation's fight for equal rights.
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026, the Saratoga Springs History Museum and the Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center invite you to join historian Nancy Baird Brown for the SHEratoga Trolley Tour—a special 90-minute experience celebrating the powerful stories of Saratoga's women and their lasting impact on history.
Designed to commemorate Women's Equality Day, the tour explores the people, places, and events that made Saratoga Springs an important part of the women's suffrage movement. Along the way, guests will learn about determined activists, influential reformers, and even a few surprising allies whose efforts helped advance equality and inspire future generations.
The experience begins with a 45-minute guided trolley tour, traveling through Saratoga Springs as Nancy Baird Brown shares fascinating stories connected to historic sites throughout the city. The journey then continues with a 45-minute guided visit inside the Saratoga Springs History Museum, located in the historic Canfield Casino in Congress Park.
Inside the museum, visitors will explore exhibits highlighting women's suffrage, abolition, civic reform, and Saratoga's rich local history, offering a deeper understanding of the individuals and movements that helped shape our community.
Whether you're a lifelong history enthusiast, passionate about women's history, or simply looking for a memorable way to celebrate Women's Equality Day, the SHEratoga Trolley Tour offers an engaging and inspiring experience for visitors of all ages.
Event Details
📅 Wednesday, August 26, 2026
🕥 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Departure Location
Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center
297 Broadway
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
🎟 Tickets: $35 per person
Includes admission to the Saratoga Springs History Museum (a $15 value).
Seating is limited, and advance reservations are encouraged.
Join us as we celebrate the women who helped shape Saratoga Springs and honor the enduring legacy of the movement that changed American history—one story at a time.