On December 12th, the historic Canfield Casino in Saratoga Springs came alive with intrigue, elegance, and excitement as guests gathered for the highly anticipated Murder Mystery Gala & Dinner. With its grand halls, ornate chandeliers, and storied history, the casino provided the perfect setting for an evening of suspense and style.

On November 14, 2024, the Saratoga Springs History Museum traded snow flurries for summer thunder as guests packed into the gallery for The Travers: Saratoga’s Midsummer Derby – Celebrating the Legacy with Authors Brien Bouyea and Michael Veitch. For one brisk autumn evening, everyone in the room was transported trackside to hot August afternoons, roaring crowds, and some of the most unforgettable moments in American racing.

On October 23, the Saratoga Springs History Museum held its 141st Annual Meeting inside the historic Canfield Casino—an evening that blended institutional updates, community tradition, and a powerful story about a woman who helped “buy” women’s right to vote.

The Ghosts of Saratoga Trolley Tour was recently featured on WNYT NewsChannel 13, highlighting Saratoga Springs’ most haunted locations. Blending local history with paranormal stories, the tour offers a unique nighttime experience just in time for Halloween.

On September 19, 2024, the Saratoga Springs History Museum welcomed guests for a powerful and richly detailed program: “The Bemis Heights Regiment: The 77th New York Volunteers in the Civil War”, presented by renowned journalist and local historian Chris Carola.

This September, the Saratoga Springs History Museum will unveil a powerful new exhibition celebrating one of the most influential — and often overlooked — women in American journalism and the fight for women’s suffrage.

On August 21, the Saratoga Springs History Museum welcomed a packed and enthusiastic audience for “Secretariat’s Legacy: The Greatest Racehorse and His Enduring Impact on Saratoga Springs.” For one memorable evening, guests explored the unmatched story of America’s most famous racehorse — not only his Triple Crown triumphs, but the deep and lasting imprint he left on Saratoga Springs itself.

The Saratoga Springs History Museum has officially launched a groundbreaking new AI-narrated Self-Guided Audio Tour, offering visitors an immersive way to explore Saratoga’s rich history through cutting-edge technology.

WNYT NewsChannel 13 toured the Saratoga Springs History Museum’s Ghost Tours at the Canfield Casino in Congress Park. Explore Saratoga’s haunted history, stories from inside the 154-year-old building, and legends tied to the Walworth Collection—plus tour dates every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting Aug. 5 2024 at 11 AM.

WTEN News covered the reopening of the Saratoga Springs History Museum inside the historic Canfield Casino. Following renovations, the museum is welcoming visitors on weekends through April 28, with expanded summer hours planned—just in time for increased tourism and the upcoming Belmont Stakes in Saratoga Springs.

The Saratoga Springs History Museum was thrilled to welcome guests to our annual Murder Mystery Gala & Fundraiser, an evening filled with suspense, spirited performances, and unforgettable moments inside the historic Canfield Casino.

On November 9, 2023, the Saratoga Springs History Museum welcomed educator and Saratoga native Warren Dart for an extraordinary evening devoted to the history and heroism of the Tuskegee Airmen—the first African American military aviators in the U.S. Armed Forces—and to the remarkable life of his father, Lt. Col. Clarence W. Dart, one of their own.

On October 25, 2023, museum visitors stepped back into the world of 1777 as Saratoga Springs History Museum Director James Parillo delivered an engaging, deeply detailed presentation on the Battles of Saratoga and the everyday realities of the soldiers who fought, suffered, and persevered during one of the most pivotal moments of the American Revolution.

On August 17, 2023, the Saratoga Springs History Museum welcomed transportation historian Richard Chait for a captivating presentation on one of the most remarkable—and surprisingly short-lived—chapters in local railroad history: The Saratoga Limited, a luxury express train that once made the journey from New York City to Saratoga Springs in an astonishing 3.5 hours.

On July 27, 2023, the Saratoga Springs History Museum welcomed guests for a truly captivating evening as Director of Education Jacqueline Bunge presented “History & Symbolism of Greenridge Cemetery.” Blending art history, local heritage, funerary symbolism, and a deep appreciation for 19th-century mourning culture, Jacqueline guided attendees through the fascinating stories carved into the stones of Saratoga’s most historic cemetery.

History Museum education director Jacqueline Bunge, writer Carol Godette and Burke & Bussing's Mark Phillips discussed the history of William J. Burke and the legacy of the Burke Funeral Home, which has served countless Saratogians with dignity and respect for more than 100 years.

An enriching discussion filled with photos and stories to open up a history of the Spa City that will be new to many people.

Saratoga and George bumped into each other twice—once when we almost cost him his job as commander of the Continental Army and the other when he visited the village on a secret real estate mission. 

Eminent Saratogian Katrina Trask (1853-1922), visionary thinker and founder of Yaddo, left a complex and fascinating legacy from an inspiring life of triumph over devastating losses. 

The Saratoga Springs History Museum gathered members, supporters, volunteers, and board leadership on October 27, 2022, for its Annual Meeting—an evening reflecting on a year of growth, resilience, and remarkable community support. The meeting also included a deeply meaningful moment: the induction of Anthony (Skip) Scirocco (1948–2022) into the Saratoga Springs History Hall of Fame.