While enjoying all the sights, tastes, and sounds of present-day Lake Placid, take a visit to this museum to learn more about the area’s rich history together with that of North Elba. Everything about the museum is characterized by history from its diverse range of artifacts, to its founding history, to its very building. The society which created the museum and shares its name, was founded over 70 years ago, and has been passionately documenting and preserving the community’s history for the benefit of its residents and visitors.

The museum as well as the society found their home in the former Penn Central Railroad Train Station, making its location truly unique and interesting to visit. Children and adults alike will enjoy viewing thousands of historical materials including books, photographs, period clothing, and more. While visiting, be sure to check out the Stedman and Moses Collection of Glass Plate Negatives where you’ll see how Lake Placid looked and changed throughout 1898 to 1940.

Address: 242 Station Street, Lake Placid, New York 12946, Phone: 518-523-3830

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