Schuyler Mansion "State Historic Site"

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Schuyler Mansion "State Historic Site"

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Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site is located at 32 Catherine Street, Albany, NY 12202 in the Capital District.

From Schuyler Mansion: "Schuyler Mansion was home to Philip J. Schuyler, the renowned Revolutionary War general, US Senator, and business entrepreneur. He and his wife, Catharine Van Rensselaer, descended from affluent and powerful Dutch families. Together they raised eight children in this home. The Georgian structure, reflecting Schuyler's English tastes - was built on a bluff overlooking the Hudson River. Originally situated on an 80-acre tract of land, the grounds once included an orchard, a formal garden, and a working farm. Throughout the Schuyler family occupancy from 1763-1804, the mansion was the site of military strategizing, political hobnobbing, elegant social affairs, and an active family life. The wedding of daughter Elizabeth Schuyler to Alexander Hamilton took place in the house in 1780.Today, visitors can enjoy a guided tour of the mansion as well as an orientation exhibition in the Visitor Center focusing on Philip Schuyler's life. Temporary exhibitions and public programs are scheduled year-round. Tours for school and adult groups, as well as outreach programs, are available by reservation. Group tour rates are available for 10 or more people."

Things To Do at Schuyler Mansion

Guided Tours of Schuyler Mansion for groups of ten to thirty people are available year-round by advance reservation. Call to arrange for groups larger than thirty people.

Group Tours for grades 3 - 6 include quill pen writing and generally require 1 1/4 hours.

School Programs and guided tours highlight the lives and lifestyle of Philip and Catharine (Van Rensselaer) Schuyler, one of 18th century Albany's wealthiest and most influential families. Social status, education, entertainment, slavery, and the American Revolution are all part of the Schuyler Mansion story.

Attractions at Schuyler Mansion
Educational services (Accessible)
Gift Shop (Accessible)
Group Tours
Guided Tours
Historic House
Museum/Visitors Center (Accessible)

Press blue button for directions, fees, hours of operation, and a description of special events and educational programs listed at Schuyler Mansion website.

Location: Berne

Categories
American Revolution \| American War of Independence
Historic Sites \| Historic Hudson Valley