Blenheim-Gilboa Visitors Center

Nearby Destinations

In addition to the facilities at our Blenheim-Gilboa project, there are a number of interesting places to visit in the surrounding region. Here are a few:

The Howe Caverns
Open all year, 9 am- 6 pm, 80 minute guided tour with underground boat ride.  Restaurant and Motel. Caverns Road, Howes Cave, 518-296-8900

Iroquois Indian Museum
Contemporary Iroquois artwork/crafts.  Children's museum, archeological/historical exhibits, nature park, festivals, Caverns Road, Howes Cave, 518-296-8949

The Landis Arboretum
The 548-acre arboretum includes plantings of native and exotic trees and shrubs, marked trails, labeled plants.  Open dawn to dusk all year.  Lape Road, Esperance, 518-875-6935

Old Stone Fort Museum Complex
Century Old Museum in 6 buildings, including 1772 church fortified and attacked during the American Revolution.  May-October. North Main Street, Schoharie, 518-295-7192

The Apple Barrel
The ultimate country store--country, Victorian, lodge, formal, hodgepodge--it's an experience.  Open daily, Junction Route 30 and 30A, Schoharie, 518-295-7179

The Carrot Barn at Schoharie Valley Farms
A farm for all seasons.  Valley grown fruits, vegetables and greenhouse crops. Gifts, floral designs and bakery.  March-December, Open daily. Route 30, Middleburgh. 518-295-7139

Contents:

• Introduction

• Come visit us

• Directions

• Calendar of events

• Nearby destinations

• Energy education programs

News:

For an up-to-date calendar of events in the surrounding area as well as complete Schoharie County vacation information, contact the Schoharie County Chamber of Commerce, 243 Main Street, Schoharie, NY 12157
1-800-41-VISIT, or visit:
www.schohariechamber.com
 

Information on places to eat and stay, along with other nearby things to do, can also be found at nyrealfunspots.com.