Parks-Bentley Place
History right in your own backyard!
Home of the Historical Society of Moreau and South Glens Falls
What's Happening
Parks-Bentley hosts third annual antiques & crafts fair September 12
On Saturday September 12, the Moreau and South Glens Falls Historical Society will hold its third annual craft and antique fair at Parks-Bentley Place from 9 am to 3 pm.
Titled Treasures on the Lawn, the outdoor event will include booths manned by area crafters and vendors with items for sale including jewelry, wood crafted décor, books, vintage housewares, and other handmade and vintage items. This year, there will even be a build-your-own stuffed toy booth.
Parks-Bentley Place will have its own booth with one-of-a-kind crafts, deaccessioned antiques, and other items donated by local crafters and Historical Society members. The South Glens Falls Fire Department Auxiliary will provide food for sale throughout the day and there will be homemade baked goods available for purchase at the Parks-Bentley table.
Visitors to the craft fair will have the opportunity to tour the current exhibition celebrating the country’s and the Parks-Bentley’s 250th anniversary. Those touring the house can also test their skills at identifying “History Mysteries” from days gone by.
Treasures on the Lawn will be held rain or shine and entry is free to the public, although donations are appreciated. Vendors interested in participating may register by calling Laurie at 518-796-4881.
Funds raised will go toward history education programs and building renovations at the historic Ferry Boulevard house that serves as the Society’s headquarters.
In The News
Parks-Bentley seeks
partners in history
Each year, area neighbors and friends come together to volunteer at Parks-Bentley Place. Even if you have never been history buff, there is very likely a way you can help keep our historic house a treasure for local and out-of-town visitors alike.
Do you like to garden?
Our property has a number of wonderful spots that only need an hour or two a month to keep them looking lovely.
Are you a book-lover?
Many people don't know that Parks-Bentley has a small library that focuses on our area as well as the families that lived at 53 Ferry Boulevard and surrounding areas. We even have yearbooks from South High that date back to the 1930s.
Do you love working with kids?
Parks-Bentley Place volunteers not only host tours at the historic house for groups of kids, our folks also take programs to schools and community organizations, such as summer camps, to show the younger generations how interesting history can be. You can present a program (for which we will train you) or just assist with presentation materials.
Like to craft?
Many of our programs for kids involve everything from making jam to creating useful items for their homes or art to decorate their walls. We would love to have you bring your ideas and your crafting skills to help spark some creativity.
If you'd like to join us, please send an email and we can see what volunteer opportunity make you smile.