Austerlitz Historical Society

04/09/2026

Spring is in full swing at Austerlitz Historical Society! Check out this upcoming event…

The Turning Point of the American Revolution: The Battles of Saratoga

Sunday May 3 | 2:00 pm
FREE ADMISSION

Eric Schnitzer, military historian at Saratoga National Park, will provide an overview of the military campaign which resulted in the Battles of Saratoga, leading to the first surrender of a British army in world history! Crowned the world’s “Battle of the Millenium” by the New York Times, Saratoga is generally hailed as the turning point of the Revolutionary War.

12/06/2025

TOMORROW! 🎶☕️

❄️ Carols & Cocoa
Admission is FREE❗️

Saturday, December 6 • 4 — 5 PM

Come gather for an hour of classic carols, free warm cocoa, cider, and live music by Bards of the Glen. A perfect way to welcome the season!

To go Chili dinner will be for sale afterwards, $10. 🥣

12/04/2025

THIS SATURDAY! Admission is FREE!
🎶 Carols & Cocoa 🎶
Saturday, December 6 • 4 — 5 PM

Come gather for an hour of classic carols, free warm cocoa, cider, and live music by Bards of the Glen. A perfect way to welcome the season!

To go Chili dinner will be for sale afterwards, $10. 🥣🍞

11/29/2025

TOMORROW! ✨ Holiday happenings at Old Austerlitz!

🎁 Gift Shop Pop-Up
Nov 29 & 30 • 11am–3pm

Our little shop is overflowing with holiday treasures—antiques, ornaments, retro toys, Advent calendars, knit hats and mittens, pottery, jams, candles, cards, Austerlitz mugs & steins, and so much more. Shop local and soak in the cozy holiday spirit!

11/27/2025

✨ Holiday happenings at Old Austerlitz!
This weekend:

🎁 Gift Shop Pop-Up
Nov 29 & 30 • 11am–3pm
Our little shop is overflowing with holiday treasures—antiques, ornaments, retro toys, Advent calendars, knit hats and mittens, pottery, jams, candles, cards, Austerlitz mugs & steins, and so much more. Shop local and soak in the cozy holiday spirit!

Next weekend:
🎶 Carols & Cocoa
Dec 6 • 4–5pm • FREE
Come gather for an hour of classic carols, warm cocoa, cider, and live music by Bards of the Glen. A perfect way to welcome the season!

11/24/2025

🎁 GIFT SHOP POP-UP❗️

Saturday & Sunday, November 29 and 30
11 AM — 3 PM

Shop Local and enjoy the warmth of our little shop.

Our gift shop is overflowing with Holiday Treasures: Antiques, Retro Children’s Toys, Candles, Books, Cards, Ornaments, Wrapping Paper, Peppermint Pigs, Beautiful Advent Calendars, Knit Hats and Mittens, Felt Animals, Jam, Vanilla, Gifts for the Birds in your Backyard, Clip on Tree Candles, Beautiful Table Runners, Bows for your Holiday Wreath, Hand Thrown Pottery, Austerlitz Mugs and Steins, and so much more!

11/08/2025

TODAY! 11 AM — 3 PM

11/08/2025

STARTING TOMORROW!!! 5th Annual Holiday House at Old Austerlitz 🎄THIS SATURDAY & SUNDAY! ✨ Free Admission! ✨

11/06/2025

5th Annual Holiday House at Old Austerlitz 🎄THIS SATURDAY & SUNDAY! ✨ Free Admission! ✨

Saturday & Sunday, November 8 & 9 | 11AM–3PM
📍 11550 NY Route 22, Austerlitz, NY

Step back in time and experience the magic of an 18th-century holiday at Old Austerlitz! Explore the beautifully decorated 1794 Morey-Devereaux House, filled with the sights, scents, and spirit of the season.

Enjoy homemade soups, sandwiches, cookies, and cakes, shop unique gifts and festive décor, and soak in the holiday cheer.
Fun for the whole family:
-Wagon rides for kids (Sat & Sun, 11:30–1:30)
-Live music — Chatham High School Chamber Ensembles (Sat 12:30–1:30) & Gentlemen Caller (Sun 11:30–1:30)
-Watch the blacksmith at work in the historic Robert Engel Shop
-Visit the 1775 Harvey House, filled with antiques, art, and local goods

🎉 Celebrate the season surrounded by history, community, and holiday spirit at Old Austerlitz!

11/05/2025

Free admission + family fun! 🎁 Wagon rides, live music, and festive history at Old Austerlitz’s 5th Annual Holiday House — THIS WEEKEND!

5th Annual Holiday House at Old Austerlitz 🎄
✨ Free Admission! ✨

Saturday & Sunday, November 8 & 9 | 11AM–3PM
📍 11550 NY Route 22, Austerlitz, NY

Step back in time and experience the magic of an 18th-century holiday at Old Austerlitz! Explore the beautifully decorated 1794 Morey-Devereaux House, filled with the sights, scents, and spirit of the season.

Enjoy homemade soups, sandwiches, cookies, and cakes, shop unique gifts and festive décor, and soak in the holiday cheer.
Fun for the whole family:
-Wagon rides for kids (Sat & Sun, 11:30–1:30)
-Live music — Chatham High School Chamber Ensembles (Sat 12:30–1:30) & Gentlemen Caller (Sun 11:30–1:30)
-Watch the blacksmith at work in the historic Robert Engel Shop
-Visit the 1775 Harvey House, filled with antiques, art, and local goods

🎉 Celebrate the season surrounded by history, community, and holiday spirit at Old Austerlitz!

11/05/2025

5th Annual Holiday House at Old Austerlitz 🎄
✨ Free Admission! ✨

Saturday & Sunday, November 8 & 9 | 11AM–3PM
📍 11550 NY Route 22, Austerlitz, NY

Step back in time and experience the magic of an 18th-century holiday at Old Austerlitz! Explore the beautifully decorated 1794 Morey-Devereaux House, filled with the sights, scents, and spirit of the season.

Enjoy homemade soups, sandwiches, cookies, and cakes, shop unique gifts and festive décor, and soak in the holiday cheer.
Fun for the whole family:
-Wagon rides for kids (Sat & Sun, 11:30–1:30)
-Live music — Chatham High School Chamber Ensembles (Sat 12:30–1:30) & Gentlemen Caller (Sun 11:30–1:30)
-Watch the blacksmith at work in the historic Robert Engel Shop
-Visit the 1775 Harvey House, filled with antiques, art, and local goods

🎉 Celebrate the season surrounded by history, community, and holiday spirit at Old Austerlitz!

11/03/2025

Less than a week away! 🎉

✨ Step back in time and step into the holiday spirit!

Join us at Old Austerlitz for the 5th Annual Holiday House — where the sights, sounds, and scents of an 18th-century Christmas come alive.

🕰️ November 8 & 9 | 11AM–3PM
📍 11550 NY Route 22, Austerlitz, NY
🎟️ Free Admission

Wander through the beautifully decorated 1794 Morey-Devereaux House, filled with timeless holiday charm. Enjoy homemade soups, sandwiches, cookies, and cakes, and shop one-of-a-kind gifts, table décor, and floral arrangements to bring a touch of history home.

Highlights include:
• Wagon rides for kids — Sat & Sun, 11:30–1:30 🐴
• Live music — Chatham High School Chamber Ensembles (Sat 12:30–1:30) & Gentlemen Caller (Sun 11:30–1:30) 🎶
• A working blacksmith in the historic Robert Engel Shop 🔥
• The 1775 Harvey House — open and brimming with antiques, art, and local treasures 🎁

Take a step back in time — and an early step into the holiday spirit of yesterday and today.