- The list below includes 88 free or cheap things to do in or near Schenectady, New York, including 77 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, History Museums, Hiking Trails and Bowling.
- From Central Park Rose Garden to Plotter Kill Preserve, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Schenectady and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Albany, Saratoga Springs, Troy and Clifton Park.
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Designed by the Hudson River School painter Frederic E. Church, the Olana State Historic Site features his family home, studio, and estate. The Persian-inspired house offers daily tours, and visitors can also view the 250 acres of an artist-designed landscape which is available through five miles of carriage tr…
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The 19th century MASS MoCA is a restored factory campus that covers 13 acres and hosts a number of ever-changing, dynamic art exhibitions. Unique for it's upside-down trees display situated along the outdoor corridor, the galleries also offer screenplay cinema.
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1040 Mass Moca Way, North Adams, MA 01247
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Mass Museum of Contemporary Art is a large museum that rotates a number of exhibitions featuring sculptures, paintings, and other mediums. Besides installations it also hosts events such as concerts and film festivals.
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Wahconah Park features the best minor league baseball games and snacks at affordable prices. Guests enjoy clean facilities and great views of the field and players, making this an ideal day out with the family.
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A 2500 square foot space dedicated to showcasing the works of contemporary artists, Independent Arts Projects hosts works by artists who are established in their careers. The gallery also hosts frequent lectures by artists and special events.
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Historical Western Gateway Heritage State Park is a former railroad yard turned urban park. Artifacts, audio-visual presentation and restored buildings combine to offer visitors an engineering exhibit of the 19th century Hoosac Tunnel.
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49 Main Street, North Adams, MA 1247
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Press, Letterpress As a Public Art Project is a hybrid teaching lab, studio, and art gallery. The centerpiece of the studio is a fully functioning Vandercook Universal III Proof Press.
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Located within Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, MCLA Gallery 51 displays a variety of artwork, from sculpture to paintings. On average, the gallery hosts 10 different exhibits a year, with the gallery operated by students.
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North Adams Cinema Corp is an eight theater movie multiplex that screens primarily first run Hollywood movies in all digital video and sound. The theater offers discount matinees, and runs promotions and specials.
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74 Church Street, North Adams, MA
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Rumored to be haunted, the picturesque and historic Blackinton Mansion (North Adams Public Library) is a fully functioning public library located in the restored Blackinton Mansion. The library hosts a variety of special events for the public.