Before Brewery Ommegang existed, back in the 19th century, Cooperstown was the epicenter of US hops productions. Add in the local deep wells of high quality water, and this place was made for beer. Every grain of malt, every cone of hop, every seed of spice, every...
Fenimore Art Museum presents a perspective on the heritage and history of America through art and is housed in an elegant 1930s neo-Georgian mansion on the western shore of Otsego Lake. The beauty of the museum setting is matched by the quality of the collections it...
Willard Memorial Chapel is an extremely rare example of the work of Louis C. Tiffany and Tiffany Glass and Decoration Co. in that it is the only complete and unaltered Tiffany chapel known to exist. Included in the Tiffany interior are 14 opalescent windows, a rose...
The Darwin Martin House is widely considered one of Frank Lloyd Wright’s finest Prairie Houses – a signature work from the early years of his celebrated career. The multi-structure estate (1903-05) designed for Darwin D. Martin is a masterpiece of 20th century...
AKWAABA is a troupe of actors/guides who present stories of those who were running to freedom on the Underground Railroad, and brings these historical sites and events to life. They narrate the histories of sites and the memorials established to those who created our...
Woodbury Commons is the world’s finest outlet shopping – and that’s not an exaggeration. There is a reason why, even though they are located 1 hour from NY City, nearly 40% of all their business are from international guests and tour groups. Ann Taylor, Armani,...
Hudson River Cruises get you up close and personal so you can see the history and beauty of both New York City and the Hudson Valley from a completely different perspective. New York City – Sail up close to the Statue of Liberty or under the Brooklyn Bridge. Marvel at...
Glimmerglass Opera Festival is an internationally renowned summer opera/music festival, featuring four innovative new productions each year – nestled by Otsego Lake near Cooperstown. It is the second-largest summer opera festival in the United States. Surrounded by...
New York State and the Northeast – it’s my passion and my job to know the possibilities about the areas of New York State and the Northeast. On a perfect October day I was surprised as I road the train (AMTRAK) from Albany to Buffalo across New York State....
Caramoor International Music Festival can be called a Garden of Great Music. Since 1945 visitors have delighted in exceptional music—from classical to opera to jazz—and the enchanting garden setting that makes Caramoor such a unique and treasured resource. With its...
Looking at the Finger Lakes NY from the air, the 11 lakes look like fingers. On the ground, they create stunning vistas and fertile land for vineyards. From the pristine lakes, gorgeous waterfalls, and magnificent parks to the charming villages, one-of-a-kind museums,...
A Five-Week Long Garden Party from the end of June to the beginning of August! With 14 garden walks and tours (including America’s largest – Garden Walk Buffalo), weekday Open Gardens, speakers, workshops and a Front Yard Garden Competition, this festival of 1,000...
