culture and history

LAKE PLACID CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Front view of a house with a tiled roof, wooden pillars, and large glass windows, surrounded by greenery and a garden.

A performing and visual arts facility, offering programs in the areas of music, theater, dance, art, and film. The LPCA hosts two galleries, and a variety of on-line and in-person workshops and classes.

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OLYMPIC MUSEUM

Exhibit in a museum showcasing Olympic and sports memorabilia, with framed posters, statues, and sportswear displays.

The newly updated Museum is a treasure trove of history featuring interactive exhibits, innovative displays, and North America’s second largest Winter Olympic artifact collection.

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JOHN BROWN FARM

A house and a shed reflected in a pond with green trees and a blue sky with clouds.

Tour the last home and burial site of the famed abolitionist. The home provides a glimpse of life in the 19th century and shares fascinating information about Brown and his mission to abolish the practice of slavery.

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