IST 605: History of Saratoga Springs, New York

The Saratoga Springs History Museum was founded in 1883 as the Saratoga Historical Society. Being one of the earliest organizations of its type, our early collections and displays were quite eclectic. Our founders included Ellen Hardin Walworth (one of the four original founders of the Daughters of the American Revolution) and many influential residents of Saratoga County. The museum acquired artifacts from the Trustees’ personal collections and from all around northern New York.

Today our museum presents changing exhibitions and public programs and serves numerous researchers annually on three floors of a historic 1870s gambling casino, the Canfield Casino, designated a National Historic Landmark. We care for 16,000 artifacts and a photographic archive of some 325,000 images of Saratoga Springs.

About the Saratoga Springs History Museum. (2024). The Saratoga Springs History Museum. Retrieved April 29, 2025 from About — Saratoga Springs History Museum

The National Bottle Museum® was created to preserve, research, and exhibit bottles and objects related to bottle making. Visitors can view displays of bottles and glassmaking tools, learn about the local bottle history, and the history of bottle production. Bottle collectors and students also have access to an extensive research library. The museum also houses the JRM Artists' Space, an art gallery for artists of varied mediums to showcase and promote their art. The National Bottle Museum offers educational presentations, on and off site, to historical societies, social groups, schools, colleges, service organizations, and others.

Home Page. (2025). The National Bottle Museum. Retrieved April 29, 2025 from Homepage - The National Bottle Museum

The Saratoga Automobile Museum opened its doors to the Upstate NY community in 2002. Our mission is to celebrate the rich history, innovation, and cultural impact of the automobile in New York State and beyond. Through engaging exhibits, dynamic events, and educational programs, we strive to ignite a passion for automotive heritage and inspire future generations. Our commitment to preserving, showcasing, and sharing the diverse stories of automobiles is driven by a desire to connect enthusiasts, foster learning, and contribute to the vibrant tapestry of automotive culture.

About the museum. (2025). Saratoga Automobile Museum. Retrieved April 29, 2025 from About the Museum — Saratoga Automobile Museum

The New York State Military Museum and Veterans Research Center tells the story of New York State’s rich military history and the service and sacrifice of its citizens through interpretive exhibitions, public programs, and the collection and preservation of artifacts and archival material related to the state’s military forces and its veterans.

Saratoga Springs Armory Photographs. (2025). New York State Military Museum and Veterans Research Center. Retrieved May 6, 2025 from Home :: New York State Military Museum and Veterans Research Center