Calendar of Events

  • Xcavating ADKX: Field School Open House

    Explore what may lie beneath the surface at ADKX during a day of hands-on discovery focused on archaeological fieldwork. SUNY Potsdam will be conducting a field school for student archaeologists throughout the month of June at ADKX.  Visitors can connect with student archaeologists at an interactive Exploration Station, try their hand at cleaning and processing […]

  • Veterans Appreciation Day

    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. Veterans, active duty military, and military family all receive free admission, with ID.

    Included with admission
  • An Afternoon with a Gibson Girl

    Spend the afternoon with the story of Adirondack poet Jeanne Robert Foster in a 45-minute one-woman show illuminating her life and work. A model for Charles Dana Gibson’s celebrated “Gibson Girls,” Foster’s story reaches far beyond the photographs that defined a generation’s ideal of beauty–from humble beginnings in the Adirondacks to the literary salons of […]

    Included with admission
  • Tea with a Side of History

    Gem Radio Theatre is pleased to present stories of famous and infamous characters that harken from the Adirondacks. Actors in period costume will share their stories in first-person while visitors enjoy an afternoon tea, complete with vintage teacups and a light lunch.  An interesting and entertaining afternoon awaits at the ADKX.   Tickets & Registration The […]

    $15 – $42
  • Adirondack Art Festival

    Adirondack Experience 9097 State Route 30, P.O. Box 99, Blue Mountain Lake, NY, United States

    Join us for the Adirondack Art Festival, a beloved annual craft fair featuring local artists at ADKX. Spend the day browsing original work and shopping handmade goods inspired by the region. Admission includes access to the Festival, the Museum’s exhibits, and scenic grounds. This special event is dedicated to celebrating regional art and craft work.

    Included with Admission
  • Camp Chat—Summer Camps in the ADK

    Grab a chair, snuggle into your sleeping bag, sit next to your bestie, and join us for a nostalgic evening devoted to everyone’s favorite childhood destination—summer camps. Camp leaders and former campers from some of the Adirondack’s most noteworthy summer camps will talk about how camp life (and campers!) have changed over the years and […]

    FREE
  • The White House among White Pines: Calvin Coolidge’s Adirondack Summer

    Journey back to the summer of 1926 as Dr. Howard Kirschenbaum brings to life the 100th anniversary of President Calvin Coolidge’s Summer White House at White Pine Camp. Using rare historic photographs and amusing anecdotes, Dr. Kirschenbaum illuminates the camp’s distinctive architecture, its colorful owners, and the President’s ten-week Adirondack retreat. Settle in for a […]

    FREE
  • Third Annual Mushroom Dinner

    Indulge in a culinary journey celebrating the diverse and delightful world of mushrooms. Join us in the Lake View Café for a meticulously prepared feast showcasing the rich flavors, textures, and versatility of these earthy delicacies. Welcome drinks and light appetizers start the evening, followed by a four-course mushroom-focused dinner prepared by guest chef Matt […]

    $125 – $175
  • Homeschool Day

    Save the Date!  ADKX Homeschool Day will be September 23, 2026!  Check back for more details.    Check out our online education resources:

    FREE - NO TICKET NECESSARY!
  • LumberDAX Breakfast

    Step back to the days of lumber camps and river drives, and enjoy breakfast as those who worked in the woods once did. Enjoy hearty fare inspired by Adirondack logging camp kitchens, with breakfast specials served all day from 10 AM – 3 PM at the Lakeview Café. After you’ve had your fill, stay a […]

  • Murder Mystery Dinner

    On a crisp October evening, the Adirondack Experience once again will play host to an affair of elegance turned uneasy, as guests gather for a night that promises intrigue. When decorum gives way to deception, and a shocking crime unsettles the evening, every glance conceals a secret and every guest becomes a suspect. Join us […]