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The Coesa restoration project was revised again in July and now it is close to completion. The project now back at the Coesa spring house, includes the (almost completed) restoration of the original c. 1920 spring house, a paved patio with benches over looking the pond, and a pedestal fountain and catch basin. The installation […]

Friends, Thank you for your continued support of the Friends and our mission to preserve and protect the Saratoga Spa State Park. Activities have slowly come back, which has helped to keep the Friends busy with assisting the Park with their events. In early 2022, we assisted with the Candlelight Walks as they ramped up for

Friends, I would like to start by thanking the members for your continued support during a challenging year. A year filled with varying pandemic restrictions, which unfortunately resulted in reduced or eliminated programs. The Board faced some challenges and is stronger because of them and now are set for a new year of activities with

Friends, What a challenging year it has been! The pandemic affected our various programs in the Saratoga Spa State Park. Nevertheless, we continued on and had a rather successful year despite the challenges. We owe a debt of gratitude to our members; your continued support keeps our efforts moving forward. In October 2019 a fundraiser

by James K. Kettlewell What is the greatest and most moving work of art that one can experience in the entire surroundings of Saratoga Springs? Quite simply, the marvelous architectural composition at the Spa State Park, which includes the Hall of Springs, the Theater and Administration Building, the two Roosevelt Baths, the sculpture on the

by Aime (Trent) Millet The Polaris is a delightful spring. Whether there is a child placing his foot on the spout to spray his friends or a group of visitors enjoying the taste of its tangy waters, either straight or mixed, Polaris is a welcoming water. The Polaris Spring always seems delighted to dance in