Visit an original Courthouse and Jail Cells which were built in 1845. The building served as the Warren County Courthouse until 1963 and is now the home of the Lake George Historical Association with its collection displayed throughout the building. The history of the Lake George Region is well represented in this Museum. Go inside one of the original 1845 jail cells, definitely a room without a view! On your visit into this fine old building you will see paintings, photos, documents, and special items including: Native American artifacts, The Lake George Monster, stories in pictures of historic boats found in L.G., 1756 powder horn, Prospect Mt. History, Diorama, map, flags & books of the 1777 Battle at Saratoga, Early 20th C. American Ephemera, Old photographs of L.G. Lives in History, 15th Century dugout canoe, Antique tools, 1930′s hand crafted Lake George Rowboat, and The Kurosakas’ Memorabilia/Nara Gift Shop.
Special Exhibits:
A room dedicated to HER STORY – celebrating the lives of several women in history from the Lake George area – includes memorabilia and photos from the ERVIEN family; the LEFFINGWELL mansion; the MOON family; and a dollhouse built by their Grandfather in the early 1900′s for sisters Mildred and Marion Eldridge. A new exhibit with information about THE GRACE – a Naptha engine powered boat from the 1890′s owned by Robert Ervien. A CELEBRATION of the 60th Anniversary of American Heritage Magazine because the Lake George Historical Association is a Museum Member
Museum Bookstore Hours: Open July & August. Tues., Fri. & Sat. 11AM – 4PM • Wednes. & Thurs. 3-8PM • Closed Sun. & Mon. Call to confirm hours. No Admission Fee.
Located at The Old Warren County Court House -on The National Register of Historic Places
290 Canada St. Lake George, NY 12845 • (Map E-4)
(518) 668-5044
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