Free & Cheap Things to Do in Schenectady, NY

  • The list below includes 88 free or cheap things to do in or near Schenectady, New York, including 77 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, History Museums, Hiking Trails and Bowling.
  • From Central Park Rose Garden to Plotter Kill Preserve, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Schenectady and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Albany, Saratoga Springs, Troy and Clifton Park.
  • The list below includes 88 free or cheap things to do in or near Schenectady, New York, including 77 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, History Museums, Hiking Trails and Bowling.
  • From Central Park Rose Garden to Plotter Kill Preserve, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Schenectady and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Albany, Saratoga Springs, Troy and Clifton Park.
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42.2 Miles
93% 525 votes
Historic Sites 5720 SR 9G, Hudson, NY 12534 MoreLess Info
Designed by the Hudson River School painter Frederic E. Church, the Olana State Historic Site features his family home, studio, and estate. The Persian-inspired house offers daily tours, and visitors can also view the 250 acres of an artist-designed landscape which is available through five miles of carriage tr…
42.6 Miles
90% 547 votes
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MASS MoCA

Art Museum 1040 Mass MoCa Way, North Adams, MA 1247 MoreLess Info
The 19th century MASS MoCA is a restored factory campus that covers 13 acres and hosts a number of ever-changing, dynamic art exhibitions. Unique for it's upside-down trees display situated along the outdoor corridor, the galleries also offer screenplay cinema.
42.6 Miles
96% 83 votes
Arts Centers 1040 Mass Moca Way, North Adams, MA 01247 MoreLess Info
Mass Museum of Contemporary Art is a large museum that rotates a number of exhibitions featuring sculptures, paintings, and other mediums. Besides installations it also hosts events such as concerts and film festivals.
42.6 Miles
100% 4 votes
Baseball Fields 105 Wahconah Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201 MoreLess Info
Wahconah Park features the best minor league baseball games and snacks at affordable prices. Guests enjoy clean facilities and great views of the field and players, making this an ideal day out with the family.
42.6 Miles
100% 2 votes
Art Gallery 1315 Mass Moca Way, North Adams, MA 01247 MoreLess Info
A 2500 square foot space dedicated to showcasing the works of contemporary artists, Independent Arts Projects hosts works by artists who are established in their careers. The gallery also hosts frequent lectures by artists and special events.
42.7 Miles
68% 19 votes
Specialty Museums North Adams, MA MoreLess Info
Historical Western Gateway Heritage State Park is a former railroad yard turned urban park. Artifacts, audio-visual presentation and restored buildings combine to offer visitors an engineering exhibit of the 19th century Hoosac Tunnel.
42.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Art Gallery 49 Main Street, North Adams, MA 1247 MoreLess Info
Press, Letterpress As a Public Art Project is a hybrid teaching lab, studio, and art gallery. The centerpiece of the studio is a fully functioning Vandercook Universal III Proof Press.
42.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Art Gallery 51 Main Street, North Adams, MA 1247 MoreLess Info
Located within Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, MCLA Gallery 51 displays a variety of artwork, from sculpture to paintings. On average, the gallery hosts 10 different exhibits a year, with the gallery operated by students.
42.7 Miles
- 0 votes
Movie Theaters 80 Main St # R, North Adams, MA 1247 MoreLess Info
North Adams Cinema Corp is an eight theater movie multiplex that screens primarily first run Hollywood movies in all digital video and sound. The theater offers discount matinees, and runs promotions and specials.
42.9 Miles
100% 10 votes
Libraries 74 Church Street, North Adams, MA MoreLess Info
Rumored to be haunted, the picturesque and historic Blackinton Mansion (North Adams Public Library) is a fully functioning public library located in the restored Blackinton Mansion. The library hosts a variety of special events for the public.
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