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Sites of Science & Learning for the Entire Family
Museums, Mines & Prospecting sites, Nature Preserves, and Discovery Centers are Included










Ace of Diamonds Mine
Digging for Herkimer Diamonds is fun and can be enjoyed by prospectors of any age...
Ace of Diamonds Mine & Campground
While you are getting your prospecting on at Ace of Diamonds, you can set up camp right where you dig!
Have Fun at The Museum on Blue Mountain Lake
Christened "the best of its kind in the world," The Adirondack Experience, The Museum on Blue Mountain Lake is an "Adirondack Must-See."
Adirondack Hatchery
Located approximately 12 miles from the village of Saranac Lake, this facility specializes in rearing landlocked Atlantic salmon for statewide distribution.
Albany Heritage Area Visitors Center
Along with information, the Visitors Center has a variety of permanent displays exploring the history of Albany from 1609 to present day and more...
Discover Albany's vast Pine Bush Preserve
Locally known as the Pine Bush, this 3,350-acre preserve is one of the largest of the 20 inland pine barrens in the world.
See All Things Oz at the Wizard of Oz Museum in Chittenango
The museum is home to thousands of pieces of memorabilia and collectibles related to the popular MGM movie, "The Wizard of Oz"
American Maple Museum
The American Maple Museum was founded in 1977 to preserve the history and evolution of the North American maple syrup industry.