Glens Falls Attractions & Things To Do

ART, MUSIC, THEATER

Adirondack Theatre Festival

Performances at the Charles R. Wood Theater
207 Glen St.
(518) 798-7479 or www.ATFestival.org 
“Audiences delight in this company’s work on an old-fashioned main street in Glens Falls” 
– The New York Times
The region’s professional summer theater festival featuring six weeks of new and
contemporary plays and musicals.  Top notch talent from Broadway, off-Broadway, 
and around the country.

 The Charles R. Wood Theater

207 Glen St.
518-798-9963 or www.woodtheater.org 
Experience theater, music, drama, dance, comedy, concerts and more in this intimate
state-of-the-art facility. Call for upcoming events, dates and times.

Glens Falls Civic Center

One Civic Center Plaza
518-798-0366, ext. 14. or www.glensfallscc.com 
Home to major entertainment and sports events in Upstate New York, this year-round, highly
versatile, multi-purpose complex offers a wide variety of shows and events including theater,
dance, musicals, rodeo, circus, family shows, ice hockey, basketball and more.
Every seat is the best seat in the house!

Glens Falls Community Theatre
Performance locations vary. For further information and performance dates
visit www.gfcommunitytheatre.org.

Glens Falls Symphony Orchestra

7 Lapham Place
518-793-1348 or www.GlensFallsSymphony.org 
Performances in various locations throughout the City.
Thrill to the sounds of a 54 piece orchestra led my music director Maestro Charles Peltz.
Four concerts performed per year with an additional Holiday Pops concert in early December.
Discount for groups of 8 or more.

The Hyde Collection

161 Warren St.
518-792-1761 or www.hydecollection.org 
“A gem of a museum...does most definitely merit a detour” – The New York Times
An historic house that combines the heritage of the Adirondack Region with a distinguished
permanent collection of important decorative arts, antique furnishings, and works by masters
such as da Vinci, Rubens, Rembrandt, Picasso, Whistler, and Homer. A modern art museum
complex provides additional gallery spaces for changing world-class exhibitions throughout the
year.
Museum hours:  Tues-Sat: 10am–5pm; Sunday: noon–5pm. Closed Mondays and 
major holidays. Admission is FREE to the general public however, donations are appreciated.
Group tours:  $4.00 per person; complimentary admission for driver and escort. 
Call for special discounts.

The Lower Adirondack Regional Arts Council (LARAC)

7 Lapham Place

518-798-1144 or www.LARAC.org

Located on scenic City Park, the Arts Council is home to one of New York State’s first and finest
arts centers. As part of this complex, the Lapham Gallery displays fine art and craft created by
regional artists and becomes a unique holiday shop & gift boutique from mid-November through the
Christmas holidays. It also houses an ongoing gift shop featuring works of over 35 LARAC member
artists. Of special note is their 165-booth juried June Fine Arts and Crafts Festival held annually
the second full weekend of June.

North Country Arts Center

Members are local artists working in various medium. Exhibition locations vary. 
Email at for more information. 

The Park Theater  

14 Park Street
518- 793-2600 or www.glensfallsparktheater.org 
The Park Theater opened December 23, 1911 for silent movies and vaudeville. It was built
by Isaac Ginsberg and Mr. Bellen for $18,000. The theater had fixed seats and an inclined floor
with an elevated stage.
In 1984, the building was scheduled for demolition and saved by Dr. Harold Kirkpatrick, who
purchased the building. The building reopened October 9, 2005 as a performing arts
center.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

World Awareness Children’s Museum
Currently closed but moving soon to 89 Warren Street; call for opening date.
518-793-2772 or www.worldchildensmuseum.org 
A fun and educational destination offering children and youth an opportunity to become more
aware of the world’s many cultures through interaction hands-on installations and activities.

HISTORY

Chapman Historical Museum

348 Glen St.
518-793-2826 or www.chapmanmuseum.org 
Discover the fascinating history of Glens Falls and its connection to The Adirondacks. Visit the the
DeLong House where you will glimpse into the daily lives of the DeLong family and experience life at
the dawn of the 20th Century. Changing exhibits feature spectacular views of Lake George and the
Adirondacks made famous by the 19th century photographer Seneca Ray Stoddard. Regional books
and unique gifts available in the Museum Shop.
Hours:  Open year round. Tues–Sat: 10am–4pm; Sunday: noon to 4pm; closed Mondays
and major holidays.

Cooper’s Cave

Located under Cooper’s Cave Bridge between South Glens Falls & Glens Falls.
Made famous by James Fenimore Cooper’s novel The Last of the Mohicans, visit the hiding site of
Hawkeye and his companions where they attempted their escape. Viewing platform with interpretive
signage. Part of New York State’s historic Independent Trail
Open Memorial Day through Columbus Day. Free admission. Must arrange group tours in advance
of visit by calling (518) 761-3864.

Crandall Public Library & Folklife Center

251 Glen St., City Park
518-792-6508 or www.crandalllibrary.org.
The Folklife Center preserves and presents the living and historical cultural heritage of our area
offering special programs for adults and children. Film & video festival, art exhibitions and much
more. 
Open Mon & Tues: 1pm–4pm; Wed: 1pm–8pm; Thurs–Sat: 1pm – 4pm. Closed on Sundays 
from June 8 through Labor Day and most legal holidays.

Feeder Canal Park

Glens Falls, NY
518-792-5363 or www.adirondack.net/orgs/feedercanal.
As part of the old Champlain Canal system built in 1817, and now part of New York State’s 524
miles of canals, the Feeder Canal is an historic link to the vital waterways of the past. Learn how
the canal served in contributing to the bounty of the North Country In 1985 it was placed on the
State and National Historic Registers. No charge. Open Memorial Day through Columbus
Day.                                                                                                   

OTHER THINGS TO DO

Best Nail

173 Glen St.

518-761-0345

Full range of manicures and pedicures.

Ask for grand opening 10% discount!

Cooper’s Cave Ale Company, Ltd.
2 Sagamore St.(518) 792-0007 or www.cooperscaveale.com
Brewery tour & tasting. Also, home made ice creams, sherberts and a variety of specialty food
products.

Davidson Brothers Restaurant & Brewery
184 Glen St.
518-743-9026 or www.DavisonBrothers.com 
Brewery tour & tasting. Check web site for evening live entertainment.

Emerald Springs Spa
480 Glen St.
518-793-7200 or www.emeraldspringsretreat.com 
Day spa offering full line of treatments and services.

Explore!
103 Warren St.
518-793-7803 or www.ExploreInGlensFalls.com 
Interactive children & family fun.  19 ft. climbing loft; educational learning exhibits for all ages.

Glens Falls Self-guided Historical Walking Tour 

Between the Chapman Historical Museum on 348 Glen Street and The Hyde Collection
on 161 Warren Street.
A self-guided walking tour that follows a variety of routes; 26 buildings of 
architectural and historical interest are highlighted. Maps available at 
the locations listed above or at City Hall, 42 Ridge Street, 
or call 518-761-3864.
Free.

Glens Falls Guided Walking Tour 

An experienced tour guide will lead the trip and cover the history and heritage of the

downtown area of the city, as well as the modern updates to the city, including Barton

Mine’s “green” building. We’ll cover famous people from Glens Falls, as well as

interesting stories about the people and places you will visit.

The tour is available for ages 12 and older. After dinner tours are our specialty so

you can walk off those extra calories. And it’s much cooler then in July and August.

The tours cover about 1 mile over 90 minutes. Shorter options are available.

Costs are: 1-5 people $75.00; 6 to 20 people $120.00. Costs are payable in

advance via check or money order. Call for reservations or more information at

386-956-6089.

Group rain dates: For groups staying at the Queensbury Hotel, we have a special

Powerpoint “virtual tour” of the same walking tour. You can stay dry and still learn

about this great small city known as “Hometown, U.S.A., in the comfort of a hotel

meeting room.

For more information on Roger Fulton go to www.rogerfulton.com.

The Lemon Tree Yoga Studio
21 Cooper Street Suite # 123
518-301-3291 or 518-391-3293

Hatha and  Ashtanga  yoga studio offering instruction, workshops, and yoga clothing
and accessories. Drop in schedule.

Studio 71 Salon & Day Spa
71 Bay St.
518-745-1771
Salon & day spa offering full line of treatments and services.

Wellness Spa
237 Ridge St.
518-792-2277
Day spa offering full line of treatments and services.