The Dr. Best House & Medical Museum

The Dr. Best House & Medical Museum Built in 1884 and home to 2 generations of doctors, this authentic collection is magnificently overwhelming! A 1920s time capsule.

Stuffed with family owned items; bottles, stocked pantry, medical office and more! Completely unique and unforgettable! As if awaiting the return of Dr. Best from a house call on his horse-drawn carriage, this home and medical office captures the elegance of a bygone era. Serving as a doctor's office in a quintessential, rural American community from 1884 -1991, the museum echoes the progression o

f a quickly-changing young country. Civil War, WWII and Rotary artifacts reflect the heart of this family. The expansive collection is unparalleled in the Country as the items were all owned, used and loved by the Best family with hundreds of bottles, automotive memorabilia, carriages, clothing, quilts, stocked kitchen and avant-garde medical equipment all waiting to be explored. This is truly an adventure for all!

05/30/2026

Psssttttt…. It’s time to make history!
It’s our opening weekend. Come and see the 2026 displays and newly refinished floors!
Sat & Sun, 1-4
1568 Clauverwie Rd, Middleburgh, NY

As we continue to ready the museum for our first weekend of tours for the summer season, we discover LOTS of treasures i...
05/27/2026

As we continue to ready the museum for our first weekend of tours for the summer season, we discover LOTS of treasures in the museum, carriage house, and garage! This fun gadget was used for………..?
The Dr. Best House & Medical Museum
1568 Clauverwie, Middleburgh, NY
Open Sat&Sun 1-4 thru Labor Day
Also available by reservation: 518-827-7200

For Memorial Day, we honor the life of Dr George Leonard who served in the Civil War as a surgeon. Surviving the war, h...
05/26/2026

For Memorial Day, we honor the life of Dr George Leonard who served in the Civil War as a surgeon. Surviving the war, he traveled home by train. While in transit, he died of tuberculosis in Brooklyn before reaching home.

***UPDATE: ADDITIONAL PHOTOS***Let’s start a new game: what is this and what does it do?Rules: Use your own brain to pos...
05/22/2026

***UPDATE: ADDITIONAL PHOTOS***
Let’s start a new game: what is this and what does it do?
Rules: Use your own brain to posit an answer. (no Google or ChatGPT, etc.)

05/20/2026

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND—The Cheddar Gobblin’ @ The Dr. Best House & Medical Museum Friday, May 22, 5:30-830 for our 1st cruise in of the season, snack on some delicious, affordable food to feed your goblin’s and tour our world-renowned museum!
1568 Clauverwie, Middleburgh
Sponsored by the Bank of Richmondville
Monthly prizes donated by Betty Wayman of Century 21

Visit The Dr. Best House & Medical Museum Friday, May 22, 5:30-830 for our 1st cruise in of the season, snack on some de...
05/19/2026

Visit The Dr. Best House & Medical Museum Friday, May 22, 5:30-830 for our 1st cruise in of the season, snack on some delicious food by the Cheddar Gobblin’ and tour our world-renowned museum!
1568 Clauverwie, Middleburgh
Sponsored by the Bank of Richmondville

Anyone wanna guess what this historic item is at the Dr Best Museum? This is one of our favorite pieces. But who are we ...
05/10/2026

Anyone wanna guess what this historic item is at the Dr Best Museum? This is one of our favorite pieces. But who are we kidding, we have a lot of favorites!

The Haunted History Trail has released the 2026 guide! Locations are peppered all over NYS. Plan an unforgettable journe...
05/05/2026

The Haunted History Trail has released the 2026 guide! Locations are peppered all over NYS. Plan an unforgettable journey!

Waiting for you in a town over 300 years old awaits one of the most historic and reportedly haunted locations in the state, the Dr. Best House and Medical Museum. This time capsule holds artifacts that belonged to Dr. Best and his family including antique furniture, medical tools, fully stocked kit....

Join us today at 11:00!
05/02/2026

Join us today at 11:00!

Join us for a Volunteer Reception at the Dr. Best House and Medical Museum on Saturday, May 2nd from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM!
If you’ve ever been curious about volunteering with us, this is the perfect opportunity to learn more. Meet our current volunteers, hear about their experiences, and discover how you can get involved in preserving and sharing local history.
Enjoy light refreshments while exploring the museum and connecting with our welcoming community.
We’d love to see you there and help you find your place at the Dr. Best House! Please RSVP by registering here: https://tinyurl.com/5n82crxw

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1568 Clauverwie
Middleburgh, NY
12122

Opening Hours

1pm - 4pm

Telephone

+15188277200

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