10 Educational sites in New York That You Shouldn't Miss

March 2, 2022 Vivienne Hutton

New York State has it all – booming metropolises, majestic waterfalls, mountains, wine country, chicken wings. Yes, NYC is a magnet for tourists, but an exploration of the rest of the state can be equally thrilling. The Finger Lakes Wine Region is a vision of serene waters, quaint B&Bs, and pretty vineyards. Movie buffs will love Rochester, home of the George Eastman House and one of the world’s most comprehensive film archives. On your way to Niagara Falls, stop in Buffalo to fuel up on spicy wings.
Restaurants in New York

1. Rock and River Lodge

Keene, NY +1 518-576-2041 http://www.rockandriver.com
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Rock and River Lodge

This sports lodge is also an educational site for rock climbing.

2. Sterling Nature Center

15380 Jenzvold Rd, Sterling, NY 13156 +1 315-947-6143 [email protected] http://cayuganet.org/sterlingpark/center/
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Sterling Nature Center

Reviewed By Q7491CHkathyg - Auburn, United States

This was our first time at Sterling Nature Center, but it won't be our last. We took our dog with us. There are numerous trails, each one with different characteristics. There is a stand at the entrance that has trail maps with descriptions and it was refilled while we were there. The lady working at the nature center was very informative and friendly. We spent several hours waking the trails. You can customize your experience by selecting trails that interest you (forest, field, lake, pond, etc.) and keep the distance to your desired length. The trails were groomed well and there were none that we encountered that were too strenuous. Lots of wildlife present - frogs, birds, butterflies, dragonflies, variety of trees and growths, turtles. Some trails are in direct sun - others are under shaded canopies. There are benches along the way and observation points. So much to see!! This is a great place to explore!!

3. Upstate Model Railroaders

22 Hudson Falls Rd Door 25 at the Chase Sports Complex, Glens Falls, NY 12803-5050 +1 518-747-4112 [email protected] http://www.upstatemodelrailroaders.com/
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Learn about the history of railroading in the northeast and the importance of railroads in our lives, from the early 1900's to present. Also learn about the building and operation of a model railroad and the rewards of this hobby. weekly operating sessions every Wednesday evening from 7-10 PM, We have 8 Scale layouts for Z to G. Open to the Public.

4. WMHO Educational and Cultural Center

97 Main St Ste P Stony Brook Village, Stony Brook, NY 11790-1900 +1 631-689-5888 [email protected] http://www.wmho.org
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WMHO Educational and Cultural Center

Located in the historic Stony Brook Village Center, The Ward Melville Heritage Organization’s 8,800 square-foot Educational & Cultural Center is a year-round venue providing activities, events and educational programs to families and children. These include performing arts, music, theater and dance, WMHO Youth Corps activities and community events, outreach to local cultural and educational groups

5. Uihlein Sugar Maple Research & Extension Field Station

157 Bear Cub Ln, Lake Placid, NY 12946-3114 +1 518-523-9337 http://blogs.cornell.edu/cornellmaple/uihlein-research-forest/
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Uihlein Sugar Maple Research  & Extension Field Station

Reviewed By Mel_D_Loves2Travel

Stumbled across this place 4 years ago and had to go back this trip to Lake Placid to pick up their delicious maple syrup. It's truly the best.

6. Three Village Historical Society

93 N Country Rd, Setauket, NY 11733-1347 +1 631-751-3730 [email protected] http://www.threevillagehistoricalsociety.org
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Three Village Historical Society

7. Alley Pond Environmental Center

22806 Northern Blvd, Douglaston, NY 11362-1096 +1 718-229-4000 http://www.nycgovparks.org/parks/alleypondpark
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Alley Pond Environmental Center

A great place for kids where toddlers get hands-on experience with various animals and discover nature trails.

Reviewed By 824kento

My son had his 8 years old birthday party there; the staff were attentive and respectful from preparation to the actual event. They gave excellent advice, and conducted an excellent tour for my son and his friends. On the day of the party, they took out many animals and show them to the all the kids. The children just went wild!

8. Columbia University

116th Street, New York City, NY 10027 +1 212-854-1754 http://www.columbia.edu/
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Columbia University

Find this Ivy League university on the Upper West Side.

Reviewed By ashoki172 - Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

My visit to Columbia University as a part of the Indian Delegation to GSAPP was the high point. The walk from 46th Street 9th Avenue to Columbia University juxtaposed by Central Park to my right and New York to my left was an urban galore

9. Ross Institute Center for Well-Being

18 Goodfriend Dr, East Hampton, NY 11937-2584 +1 631-907-5000
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Ross Institute Center for Well-Being

10. Omega Institute

150 Lake Dr, Rhinebeck, NY 12572-3252 +1 800-944-1001 [email protected] http://eomega.org
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Omega Institute

Reviewed By AEFresia - Baltimore, United States

Come for one of the many workshops or for a personal R&R stay. Omega is a soul-satisfying place with beautiful grounds and a peaceful atmosphere. Accommodations range in price from basic camping to deluxe eco-friendly rooms. Most people stay in the dorms which are private (small) rooms with shared bathrooms. The campus is hilly but they have golf carts that help people with mobility issues navigate the grounds. I have been going every year for over ten years and always have a wonderful time.

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