Museums

Restored in 1971, the Palatine House is a medieval, German style construction built by the Colonists for their minister, Peter Nicholas Sommers, who came to Schoharie County from Hamburg, Germany.

Featuring permanent and changing exhibitions of American art by Winslow Homer and more; Regional Art Galleries feature exhibitions of work by contemporary NYS artists; Gift Shop.

Located in a Federal style house (ca. 1815) with exhibits from 1778 infamous Cherry Valley Massacre to late 20th-century. Collection of 1830's memorabilia, antique fire engines,period clothing collections, kitchen exhibit and other period rooms.

Come see what everyone is talking about! 10 themed rooms - just like a general store. Gifts for you, your family, home and friends. An out of the ordinary shop in an award winning historic shoe repair shop.

Preserving and interpreting the site of Revolutionary War Fort Plain/Fort Rensselaer. The museum houses both Revolutionary War era and Native American collections. Visitors can explore the fort's outdoor exhibits on a walking tour of the adjoining 20 acre hilltop park.

Holy Trinity Monastery, a Russian Orthodox monastic community, was founded in 1930 in Jordanville, NY. The Foundation of Russian History Museum, located on the grounds of Holy Trinity Monastery, offers a fascinating glimpse into the history, art, and culture of Russia and the Russian immigrant community.

A country store located on a working dairy farm in The beautiful Mohawk Valley... The Adirondack adventure starts here.

Holy Trinity Monastery, a Russian Orthodox monastic community, was founded in 1930 in Jordanville, NY. The Foundation of Russian History Museum, located on the grounds of Holy Trinity Monastery, offers a fascinating glimpse into the history, art, and culture of Russia and the Russian immigrant community.

Howe Caverns Adventure Park - High in the air-Deep in the Earth-New York's coolest getaway! Explore the Cave, Pan for gems, Zip, Climb, Jump, Rock and Roll! Something for everyone! Cave Open Year Round With Seasonal Hours, Howe High Adventure Open In Season.

Celebrating 200 years Hyde Hall - a 50 room Historic Mansion overlooking Otsego Lake. Built 1817-1834. Open May to October. Guided tours on the hour 10:00 - 4:00. Glimmerglass State Park, Cooperstown NY. (607) 547-5098 HydeHall.org for event details.

For Native American fans the Iroquois Indian Museum celebrates the cultural traditions, artistic expression and the rich history of the Iroquois. 

Built in 1909, hosts genealogical information, collections of fine art and sculpture, Civil War artifacts, Erie Canal and Palatine German history, & more. 

Located at the site of the inaugural meeting of the New York Anti-Slavery Society in October 1835. Open Saturdays & Sundays 1-5 May 26th - September 2nd. Weekdays in June & July TBA. Exhibits include NYS Underground Railroad Trail video and abolition history displays.

Over 160 restored classic & vintage vehicles on display in five climate-controlled showrooms. Period fashions, original videos, vintage airplane engines, more. 

A 1772 church fortified in 1777 and attacked in 1880 during the Revolutionary War. Now a museum for over 120 years. Thousands of artifacts in six historic buildings include a fire engine built before George Washington was born. Open May - October. Many events throughout the year.

Former residence of the utopian Oneida Community (1848-1880). Today it is open to the public for tours of the historic site and for overnight lodging.