02/22/2026
the 2026 BCA National meet will have Self-DrivingTours. they are described below and on our website: www.unybca.com
LAST UPDATED - February 14th 2026
The capital region of New York State is rich in American and natural
history. What better time to explore some of these treasures than
when you are participating in our 2026 Buick Club National Meet?
Outlined below are some of these attractions which are within driving
distance of the hotels for our Meet. These tours are defined by
members driving themselves. They are options in addition to the Albany
History bus driven tour which will be offered for Wednesday,
Thursday, and Friday and is described separately here:
https://unybca.com/index.php/national-meet-2026/
GUIDED TOUR
The Pre-War Tour: Thursday August 20th A.M (time to be announced)
This tour is open, and suitable, to all vehicles and members. All
expenses are “pay as you go”, but most stops have no entrance fee. We
will be back in time to participate in the Thursday night BBQ at the
host hotel.
The stops include:
• The Van Schaick Mansion, Cohoes.
• http://www.vanschaickmansion.org
• The Saratoga Battlefield Park, Saratoga Springs.
• https://www.nps.gov/sara/index.htm
• The General Philip Schuyler House, Schuylerville.
• https://www.nps.gov/thingstodo/tour-the-philip-schuyler-
country-estate.htm
• The Saratoga Monument, Schuylerville.
• Saratoga Monument
• The Waterford Museum, Waterford.
• https://waterfordmuseum.com/plan-a-visit/
• The Cohoes Falls. Cohoes.
• Link to Falls description from NYS Museum
• Lunch Stop at The Alley Bar and Grill 886 US-4, Schuylerville.
• h t t p s : / / w w w . f a c e b o o k . c o m /
alleybarandgrillschuylervilleny/
• Return to the Hotel
This would be an all day tour.
UNGUIDED TOURS (all expenses are pay as you go)
Fireman’sMuseum, (FASNY) 117 Harry Howard Ave, Hudson NY
• Roughly a 1.15 hr trip south of the host hotel.
Home of the world’s premier collection of American firefighting
artifacts and apparatus.Established in 1925 with an original donation of
four fire engines, the FASNY Museum of Firefighting in Hudson, New
York has grown into an educational institution occupying more than
50,000 square feet and featuring over 60 vintage and rare fire engines
dating back to 1731.
The Museum houses, cares for and exhibits thousands of firefighting
artifacts, from firefighting gear and equipment to photographs, art and
a 6,000-volume library. Through interpretation of its unequaled
collection — the largest of its kind found anywhere in the world — and
its many fun, hands-on exhibits, events and activities, the Museum
fascinates, educates and delights visitors of all ages.
The mission of the FASNY Museum of Firefighting is to educate a
diverse audience about firefighting as history, as culture, as a service
to humanity, as a preventative practice and as ever-changing art and
technology. https://fasnyfiremuseum.com
• Lunch on your own. There are numerous local restaurants
available for lunch.
• Add a stop at Olana State Historic Site .
Olana State Historic Site :5720 Ny 9g Hudson,
The Most Intact Historic Artist’s Environment in the United States
Olana inspires. It immerses the visitor in a great 19th-century
American artist’s vision that lives today as a compelling, creative
laboratory. Frederic Church envisioned Olana as a 250-acre
environment, masterfully combining architectural, agricultural, park and
wilderness elements into a single artistic composition.
From Olana, one can see four states, and Church designed this work of
environmental art around its near and distant views, now considered
Olana’s integral viewshed. After visiting Olana, Mark Twain called it “an
exalted hill of art.” With its vast collections and protected views, Olana
has stood the test of time and today thrives as a public work of
American landscape art.
In the mid-nineteenth century, Frederic Church (1826-1900) achieved
success and fame as an American artist. His skill at aesthetic
composition began with landscape painting and extended beyond
traditional artistic mediums, influencing the development of this
landscape and the spectacular views that make up the Olana experience.
Between 1860 and 1900, Church, his wife Isabel, and their four children
created a 250-acre living landscape, one of the most intact and well-
preserved artistic environments in the United States.
https://olana.org
The Norman Rockwell Museum, 9 Glendale Rd, Stockbridge
Massachussets
• approximately one hour drive East
Founded in 1969 with the help of Norman and Molly Rockwell, The
Norman Rockwell Museum is dedicated to the enjoyment and study of
Rockwell’s work and his contributions to society, popular culture, and
social commentary. The Museum, which is accredited by the American
Association of Museums, is the most popular year-round cultural
attraction in the Berkshires.
The Museum houses the world’s largest and most significant collection
of Rockwell’s work, including 998 original paintings and drawings.
Rockwell lived in Stockbridge for the last 25 years of his life.
Rockwell’s Stockbridge studio, moved to the Museum site, is open to the
public from May through October, and features original art materials,
his library, furnishings, and personal items. https:/www.nrm.org
• Lunch on your own with many places in Stockbridge Mass.
Empire State Aero Sciences museum Rudy Chase drive, Glenville,
NY.
• Approximately 20 minute drive West
The Empire State Aerosciences Museum (ESAM) began in 1984 when
four aircraft and flying enthusiasts, Carl Battaglia, Ernie Tetrault,
James Delmonaco and Steven Israel, banded together in their desire to
create a museum with the purpose of inspiring and educating the public
about the wonders of flight. As the years went by, visitation and
membership grew exponentially as did the museum itself. What was
once a small collection now includes over 20 planes in our Airpark,
exhibits and interactive displays in 2 buildings, a simulated reality
vehicle ride, and a research library with more than 10,000 books, over
5,000 photographs, and over 6,000 other archival documents. https://
www.esam.org
• Lunch on your own with several nearby options.
National Baseball Hall of Fame, Cooperstown, NY
• Approximately 1.75 hr drive West
The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum is a 501(c)3 not-for-
profit educational institution, dedicated to preserving history, honoring
excellence and connecting generations. Core to the fulfillment of our
mission is the ability to preserve and share our library, archives and
museum collections. This treasure trove of items bring to life the
history of our National Pastime and the inspiring stories of the Hall of
Famers, for a global audience. More than 18 million visits have been
made to the Museum in Cooperstown, NY since our doors opened June
12, 1939. https://baseballhall.org
• Lunch on your own with many options available in Cooperstown
Lake George, NY
• Approximately 1 hour North
There are many local tourist attractions in this town. We recommend a
visit to the Fort William Henry museum and a drive up Prospect
Mountain to the overview. Lunch on your own with many area options.
Fort William Henry, Route 9, Lake George NY
Step back to the 1750s at Fort William Henry and experience the
sights and sounds of life in a British fort!
Fort William Henry, where history comes to life! Click ‘Buy Tickets’ for
upcoming hours.
Our expert guides take you through the realities of fort life, sharing
tales of bravery, strategy, and survival from the French and Indian
War through our Living History Tours & Military Presentations.
Meet British Regulars, Provincial Troops, Rangers, Native Americans,
Sutlers and more! Come witness black powder musket and cannon
demonstrations and explore our rich historical exhibits and living
history presentations. Admission is good for two consecutive days!
https://www.fwhmuseum.com
Prospect Mountain Drive, Veterans Memorial Highway Rt 9 Lake
George NY
Drive Up Prospect Mountain Via The Veterans Memorial Highway
Prospect Mountain is one of the most popular hiking spots around Lake
George, but if you are not able to hike to the summit, you can still
experience the amazing views! https://www.lakegeorge.com/things-to-
do/prospect-mountain-drive/

A short drive up Veterans Memorial Highway leads to scenic outlooks
along the way and a large picnic area at the top of the mountain.
These are just some of the many things to do in the New York Capital
Region.
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