This is a virtual program. This collection of poems is based on Lake Placid, New York’s most well-known ghost story. In 1933, the Lady in the Lake, whose real name was Mabel Smith Douglass, took a row boat across Lake Placid and never returned. Thirty years later, almost to the day, local divers discovered her […]
Experience Moonlit Beads & Tea Leaves: A Creative Afternoon at ADKX—an exclusive workshop where you’ll enjoy early access to the museum’s serene campus, just weeks before the 2025 season begins. Guided by Mohawk artist Natasha Smoke Santiago, you’ll craft your own Grandmother Moon Necklace, selecting from Natasha’s expansive and stunning bead collection. Afterward, be among […]
The Adirondack Experience is excited to welcome you back for the 2025 season on Friday, May 23, 2025! Come visit us in the heart of the Adirondacks for a truly unique experience. With more than 20 buildings nestled across 120 acres overlooking Blue Mountain Lake, our open-air campus offers everyone something to do. Step into […]
Hook the perfect Father’s Day adventure with our Flies & Ties Workshop! Kick off the day by crafting your own custom fly-fishing tie with expert instruction from Doug Moody of Bark Eater Bamboo, then put your skills to the test in a hands-on casting clinic. Participants are welcome to bring their own fly rods, or use one […]
Join ADK Fragrance Farm for a hands-on workshop that bites back at black flies (and whatever else is buzzing around)! Learn how to craft your own all-natural bug repellent and bug bite soother using essential oils, perfect for keeping pests at bay and soothing itchy bites during Adirondack summers. Each participant will leave with their […]
Join us for an exclusive adventure on the Lake George Association's Floating Classroom. For the first half, participants will have the opportunity to learn about the remarkable ecology and health of Lake George — and how to protect it — through hands-on activities and experiments. For the second half of the voyage, Captain Todd Earl, […]
Veterans Appreciation Day honors those who have served our nation. Join us for a day of special activities, music, and invited dignitaries to celebrate service members past and present. Veterans, active duty military, and military family all receive free admission, with ID. 2025 Committed participants (as of 3/27): NYS Department of Veterans Services Adirondack Riverwalking […]
Hop aboard an antique wooden motorboat for a private two-hour tour of scenic Utowana, Eagle, and Blue Mountain Lake led by those who know them best—owners of Blue Mountain Lake Livery. Go from viewing the actual Marion River Carry on Utowana, and all the beautiful scenery and camps in between, to lunch at the ADKX’s […]
Wet Felt a Wool Meditation Stone or Pillow. Using wool roving, soap, and water we will spend the day exploring the resist technique and lay out wool to form a stone. The process will take 5-6 hours and involve upper body strength. We will work the fibers gently at first, then more aggressively for 50% shrinkage […]
In 2025 we are merging two of our signature artisan events into one new Adirondack Art Festival! This festival will feature two main components: a Market where artists will be offering a variety of goods such as candles, food and beverages, bath and body products, functional ceramics, fiber arts, and more; and a juried Showcase […]
As with everything in the Adirondacks, this is a time of change for regional farmers. Climate change is affecting the growing season and the foods that are available, and economic issues threaten small farmers. At the same time, the demand for local foods and recognition of farmers markets as community hubs is extraordinary. Please join […]
ADKX’s Chef Katrina Calhoun will prepare a splendid dinner featuring the ingredients of regional farmers. Join us for an amazing dinner on the deck of the Lake View Café for a fantastic Farm-to-Table culinary experience! Wine and beer included. Participating farms: Harmony Hills Farmstead, Malone Moonstone Farm, Saranac Lake Sugar House Creamery, Upper Jay Triple Green Jade […]
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