The Saratoga Springs History Museum, The Canfield Casino in Congress Park

The Alfred Z. Solomon Charitable Trust Program Series


2010 Events and Programs

The Alfred Z. Solomon Charitable Trust
Program Series

All programs are offered free of charge unless noted otherwise
 
April at the Canfield Casino date to be determined
Urban Renewal in Saratoga Springs
Matthew E. Veitch

Matthew E. Veitch, Supervisor of the City of Saratoga Springs and Treasurer of the Saratoga Springs History Museum will present a vivid look at the Urban Renewal Program and how it changed neighborhoods near downtown.



 
May 10 7:00 pm at the Canfield Casino
Waltzes, cotillions and soft echoes on the loggias - music
making in Saratoga's golden age
Dr. Ian Bradley of the University of St. Andrews, Scotland

Dr. Bradley's lecture will be an an exploration of the important
role that music played in the development and popularity of Saratoga
Springs as a spa on the European model.

 
Sunday, June 6 10:00 - 3:00 in Coongress Park
Family Fun Day

This free, fun event will have something for everyone including childrens games, historical lectures, and period demonstrations. Reenactors from the French and Indian Wars, the American Revolution, the Civil War and the Spanish American War will bring history to life. There will be games, face painting, crafts and more.
 
Friday, December 10th at the Canfield Casino
The Holiday Gala

Dance to the big band and celebratethe holidays in the biggest party of the season. Tickets will be available in September. More details to come.