Bring your favorite toy for a day of Stuffed Animal Summer Camp fun at ADKX! Toast some marshmallows and enjoy s’mores while museum staff read our favorite stories. Afterwards, as you explore the museum, your stuffed animal friends will have their own camp adventure. They will peek behind-the-scenes, spend time making arts and crafts, meet […]
Discover the historic legacy of Adirondack summer camps in this panel discussion with regional camp leaders. Panelists from Camp Dudley (est. 1885), Adirondack Woodcraft Camps (est. 1925), Camp Treetops (est. 1922), and Eagle Island Camp (est. 1938) will share how these storied institutions shaped youth recreation and regional culture for well over a century. We’ll explore how these institutions navigated shifting social eras […]
You’ve no doubt heard about the fabulous ADKX Boathouse on Minnow Pond, but have you ever wondered what’s outside the normal boating boundaries? This is your chance to find out! Take a short (3/4 mile) morning hike to the lake with Shane Holmes, licensed Adirondack guide, and Doreen Alessi-Holmes, ADKX Conservator. Learn about the history […]
Beginning at the Newcomb Adirondack Interpretive Center, this program explores the complexity and ecological significance of mature and old-growth forests. We will then continue to the base of Goodnow Mountain to examine climate-adaptive forest management in action, including research areas designed to support the migration of species better suited to future conditions. This walk is […]
Join Ali Haas of Wildly Pressed to learn about methods for flower pressing, organizing, and designing unique artwork with pressed botanicals. Participants will be able to use pressed flowers and other botanicals from Ali’s collection and create their own design. All materials and tools will be provided. →Participants are welcome to bring drinks and snacks […]
Adirondack Experience members are invited to a special reception immediately following The White House among White Pines: Calvin Coolidge’s Adirondack Summer talk with Howie Kirschenbaum. Before the presentation, join fellow members for an opportunity to connect, reflect on the program, and continue the conversation in a relaxed setting. Enjoy light refreshments while engaging with other […]
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 […]
To show our appreciation for our members, we’re celebrating with a dedicated day of special access, tours, and member‑only benefits. Ever wonder where all of the items not on display in exhibitions are tucked away? Join us for one of two tours of the nearby Collection Storage and Study Center–led by curatorial staff. During this […]
Catlin Bay is a 2.8 mile hike round trip along the Northville-Placid Trail at a scenic location along the northeast shore of Long Lake. Ed Kanze is a naturalist, author, and Adirondack Guide with more than forty years’ experience leading walks in wild places. A former National Park Ranger, he worked at Acadia National Park and Gulf Islands […]
Join artist and amateur mycologist Jason Tennant for an hour-long walk along the Minnow Pond Trail, located right on ADKX property. Along the way, Jason will help you spot and identify the wild mushrooms growing in the Adirondack forest, from common edibles to species worth admiring from a distance. Whether you're a curious beginner or […]
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 […]
This easy to moderate 3/4 mile trail is located right on ADKX property. Meander down to the ADKX boathouse, located on Minnow Pond, while taking in the scenery and learning more about the fungi growing in the Adirondacks. Susan Hopkins has learned to identify fungi through her 40-year membership in the New Jersey Mycological Association. She […]
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