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Crailo State Historic Site

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Open Now

Wednesday, 10am - 3pm

Address

9 1/2 Riverside Avenue
Rensselaer, NY 12144

General Information

(518) 463-8738

Social Media

Address

9 1/2 Riverside Avenue
Rensselaer, NY 12144

General Information

(518) 463-8738

Social Media

Address

9 1/2 Riverside Avenue
Rensselaer, NY 12144

General Information

(518) 463-8738

Social Media

Address

9 1/2 Riverside Avenue
Rensselaer, NY 12144

General Information

(518) 463-8738

Social Media

Amenities

Biking

Gift Shop

Accessible

Hiking

Picnic Area

Accessible

Snowshoeing/X-Country Skiing

Tours

Visitor Center

Accessible

Amenities

Biking

Gift Shop

Accessible

Hiking

Picnic Area

Accessible

Snowshoeing/X-Country Skiing

Tours

Visitor Center

Accessible

Amenities

Biking

Gift Shop

Accessible

Hiking

Picnic Area

Accessible

Snowshoeing/X-Country Skiing

Tours

Visitor Center

Accessible

Amenities

Biking

Gift Shop

Accessible

Hiking

Picnic Area

Accessible

Snowshoeing/X-Country Skiing

Tours

Visitor Center

Accessible

Overview

Crailo is the museum of the Colonial Dutch in the Hudson River Valley. Originally a part of the vast landholding called the Manor or Patroonship of Rensselaerswyck, the Crailo farm was named after the Van Rensselaer's estate in the Netherlands, variously spelled Crayloo or Cralo in the 17th century, and meaning "crows' wood" in Dutch.

Crailo was built in the early 18th century by Hendrick Van Rensselaer, grandson of the First Patroon. Hendrick died in 1740 and his eldest son, Johannes, inherited Crailo. He remodeled the house and added an east wing in the Georgian style, reflecting the increasing influence of the English on the Albany-area Dutch.


In the late 18th century, Crailo was remodeled in the Federal style. It served as a boys' boarding school in the 1840s and later as a church rectory. Each new venture brought more changes to the structure. In 1924 Crailo was donated to New York State for development as a museum.Crailo today tells the story of the early Dutch inhabitants of the upper Hudson Valley through exhibits highlighting archeological finds from the Albany Fort Orange excavations, special programs, and guided tours of the museum.

Outreach programs to schools and hearthside cooking programs are available by reservation.

Congratulations Crailo, WINNER of the 2010 CINE Special Jury Award for the film: "Keeping Order: A Fort Orange Court Record"

Overview

Crailo is the museum of the Colonial Dutch in the Hudson River Valley. Originally a part of the vast landholding called the Manor or Patroonship of Rensselaerswyck, the Crailo farm was named after the Van Rensselaer's estate in the Netherlands, variously spelled Crayloo or Cralo in the 17th century, and meaning "crows' wood" in Dutch.

Crailo was built in the early 18th century by Hendrick Van Rensselaer, grandson of the First Patroon. Hendrick died in 1740 and his eldest son, Johannes, inherited Crailo. He remodeled the house and added an east wing in the Georgian style, reflecting the increasing influence of the English on the Albany-area Dutch.


In the late 18th century, Crailo was remodeled in the Federal style. It served as a boys' boarding school in the 1840s and later as a church rectory. Each new venture brought more changes to the structure. In 1924 Crailo was donated to New York State for development as a museum.Crailo today tells the story of the early Dutch inhabitants of the upper Hudson Valley through exhibits highlighting archeological finds from the Albany Fort Orange excavations, special programs, and guided tours of the museum.

Outreach programs to schools and hearthside cooking programs are available by reservation.

Congratulations Crailo, WINNER of the 2010 CINE Special Jury Award for the film: "Keeping Order: A Fort Orange Court Record"

Overview

Crailo is the museum of the Colonial Dutch in the Hudson River Valley. Originally a part of the vast landholding called the Manor or Patroonship of Rensselaerswyck, the Crailo farm was named after the Van Rensselaer's estate in the Netherlands, variously spelled Crayloo or Cralo in the 17th century, and meaning "crows' wood" in Dutch.

Crailo was built in the early 18th century by Hendrick Van Rensselaer, grandson of the First Patroon. Hendrick died in 1740 and his eldest son, Johannes, inherited Crailo. He remodeled the house and added an east wing in the Georgian style, reflecting the increasing influence of the English on the Albany-area Dutch.


In the late 18th century, Crailo was remodeled in the Federal style. It served as a boys' boarding school in the 1840s and later as a church rectory. Each new venture brought more changes to the structure. In 1924 Crailo was donated to New York State for development as a museum.Crailo today tells the story of the early Dutch inhabitants of the upper Hudson Valley through exhibits highlighting archeological finds from the Albany Fort Orange excavations, special programs, and guided tours of the museum.

Outreach programs to schools and hearthside cooking programs are available by reservation.

Congratulations Crailo, WINNER of the 2010 CINE Special Jury Award for the film: "Keeping Order: A Fort Orange Court Record"

Hours of Operation

Hours of Operation 2024 Season

Crailo opens for the season on Wednesday, May 15 and runs through October 31, 2024.

Days open: Wednesday – Sunday, Hours: 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 


In general, guided tours of the museum begin at 11:00 a.m. and are offered on the hour, with the last tour at 4:00 p.m.

Please note: Pre-registered group and special events may alter tour schedules, so calling the site prior to your visit in recommended!

Crailo grounds and riverside park are free and open to the public, dawn through dusk.

Hours of Operation

Hours of Operation 2024 Season

Crailo opens for the season on Wednesday, May 15 and runs through October 31, 2024.

Days open: Wednesday – Sunday, Hours: 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 


In general, guided tours of the museum begin at 11:00 a.m. and are offered on the hour, with the last tour at 4:00 p.m.

Please note: Pre-registered group and special events may alter tour schedules, so calling the site prior to your visit in recommended!

Crailo grounds and riverside park are free and open to the public, dawn through dusk.

Hours of Operation

Hours of Operation 2024 Season

Crailo opens for the season on Wednesday, May 15 and runs through October 31, 2024.

Days open: Wednesday – Sunday, Hours: 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 


In general, guided tours of the museum begin at 11:00 a.m. and are offered on the hour, with the last tour at 4:00 p.m.

Please note: Pre-registered group and special events may alter tour schedules, so calling the site prior to your visit in recommended!

Crailo grounds and riverside park are free and open to the public, dawn through dusk.

Fees & Rates

Most New York State Parks charge a vehicle use fee to enter the facility. Fees vary by location and season. A list of entry fees and other park use fees is available below. For fees not listed or to verify information, please contact the park directly.

Tours Admission

Adults / $5.00
Seniors & Students / $4.00
Children (12 & under) / Free

SCHOOL GROUPS (ON-SITE) / K – 12th Grade

Fee per student: $1.00
Minimum fee per group: $20.00
Teacher & Required chaperones: Free
Extra adults (beyond required # chaps): $4.00 per person

Hearth Cooking Program added to tour: additional $3.00 per person. Please note: the max amount of participants for Hearth Cooking is 20

OTHER GROUPS (ON-SITE)

  • K—12 Groups (Scouts, camp, etc)

  • Fee per child: $1.00

  • Minimum fee per group: $20.00

  • Group leader / Guide / Required chaperones: Free

  • Chaperones: 2 chaperones for every 10 children required

  • Extra adults (beyond required #): $4.00 per person

  • Maximum # people per each guide: 12

  • Hearth Cooking Program added to tour: additional $3.00 per person. Please note: the max amount of participants for Hearth Cooking is 20

Other Groups

  • (Any group outside K – 12) older youth Groups, College- Age Groups, Seniors, Organizations, Etc.

  • Fee per person: $4.00

  • Minimum fee per group: $20.00

  • Tour leader / Guide: Free

  • Maximum 3 people per each guide: 12 OR

  • Maximum amount people in house museum: 56 (busload) / 4 staff required

  • Hearth Cooking Program added to tour: additional $3.00 per person. Please note: the max amount of participants for Hearth Cooking is 20

Special Needs Group

  • Ask if they have the PARKS ACCESS PASS

  • If no: treat like K – 12 groups

  • Fee per person (including chaperones): $1.00

  • Minimum fee per group: $20.00 (Check with Michelle for exceptions)

  • Maximum # people per each guide: 12

OUTREACH (OFF-SITE)

  • Schools (K– 12)

  • Fee per student: $1.00

  • Minimum fee for presentation: $30.00

  • For schools, generally 1 classroom = 1 presentation

  • Combining classrooms not permitted (please ask)

  • Other Groups (other than K-12 or Schools):

  • Fee per presentation:  $30.00

  • All outreach programs limited to a 30 minute drive from Crailo SHS **

Fees & Rates

Most New York State Parks charge a vehicle use fee to enter the facility. Fees vary by location and season. A list of entry fees and other park use fees is available below. For fees not listed or to verify information, please contact the park directly.

Tours Admission

Adults / $5.00
Seniors & Students / $4.00
Children (12 & under) / Free

SCHOOL GROUPS (ON-SITE) / K – 12th Grade

Fee per student: $1.00
Minimum fee per group: $20.00
Teacher & Required chaperones: Free
Extra adults (beyond required # chaps): $4.00 per person

Hearth Cooking Program added to tour: additional $3.00 per person. Please note: the max amount of participants for Hearth Cooking is 20

OTHER GROUPS (ON-SITE)

  • K—12 Groups (Scouts, camp, etc)

  • Fee per child: $1.00

  • Minimum fee per group: $20.00

  • Group leader / Guide / Required chaperones: Free

  • Chaperones: 2 chaperones for every 10 children required

  • Extra adults (beyond required #): $4.00 per person

  • Maximum # people per each guide: 12

  • Hearth Cooking Program added to tour: additional $3.00 per person. Please note: the max amount of participants for Hearth Cooking is 20

Other Groups

  • (Any group outside K – 12) older youth Groups, College- Age Groups, Seniors, Organizations, Etc.

  • Fee per person: $4.00

  • Minimum fee per group: $20.00

  • Tour leader / Guide: Free

  • Maximum 3 people per each guide: 12 OR

  • Maximum amount people in house museum: 56 (busload) / 4 staff required

  • Hearth Cooking Program added to tour: additional $3.00 per person. Please note: the max amount of participants for Hearth Cooking is 20

Special Needs Group

  • Ask if they have the PARKS ACCESS PASS

  • If no: treat like K – 12 groups

  • Fee per person (including chaperones): $1.00

  • Minimum fee per group: $20.00 (Check with Michelle for exceptions)

  • Maximum # people per each guide: 12

OUTREACH (OFF-SITE)

  • Schools (K– 12)

  • Fee per student: $1.00

  • Minimum fee for presentation: $30.00

  • For schools, generally 1 classroom = 1 presentation

  • Combining classrooms not permitted (please ask)

  • Other Groups (other than K-12 or Schools):

  • Fee per presentation:  $30.00

  • All outreach programs limited to a 30 minute drive from Crailo SHS **

Fees & Rates

Most New York State Parks charge a vehicle use fee to enter the facility. Fees vary by location and season. A list of entry fees and other park use fees is available below. For fees not listed or to verify information, please contact the park directly.

The easy-to-use Empire Pass card is $80- and your key to all-season enjoyment with unlimited day-use entry at most facilities operated by State Parks and the State Dept. of Environmental Conservation including forests, beaches, trails and more. Purchase online or contact your favorite park for more information. Learn more about our Admission Programs including the Empire Pass.

Vehicle Entrance Fee

Cash or Check Only
$10 per vehicle
All Buses $35

Collected:
5/11 - 10/20: 9 am - 5 pm, daily

Camping

Campsites:
$27-$30/night

*Out of state resident fee for camping, per night: $5

Cabins:
Per night: daily rate is 1/4 the weekly charge
Per week: $132-$568

*Out of state resident fee for camping, per night: $7

Other Groups

  • (Any group outside K – 12) older youth Groups, College- Age Groups, Seniors, Organizations, Etc.

  • Fee per person: $4.00

  • Minimum fee per group: $20.00

  • Tour leader / Guide: Free

  • Maximum 3 people per each guide: 12 OR

  • Maximum amount people in house museum: 56 (busload) / 4 staff required

  • Hearth Cooking Program added to tour: additional $3.00 per person. Please note: the max amount of participants for Hearth Cooking is 20

Special Needs Group

  • Ask if they have the PARKS ACCESS PASS

  • If no: treat like K – 12 groups

  • Fee per person (including chaperones): $1.00

  • Minimum fee per group: $20.00 (Check with Michelle for exceptions)

  • Maximum # people per each guide: 12

OUTREACH (OFF-SITE)

  • Schools (K– 12)

  • Fee per student: $1.00

  • Minimum fee for presentation: $30.00

  • For schools, generally 1 classroom = 1 presentation

  • Combining classrooms not permitted (please ask)

  • Other Groups (other than K-12 or Schools):

  • Fee per presentation:  $30.00

  • All outreach programs limited to a 30 minute drive from Crailo SHS **

Fees & Rates

Most New York State Parks charge a vehicle use fee to enter the facility. Fees vary by location and season. A list of entry fees and other park use fees is available below. For fees not listed or to verify information, please contact the park directly.

Tours Admission

Adults / $5.00
Seniors & Students / $4.00
Children (12 & under) / Free

SCHOOL GROUPS (ON-SITE) / K – 12th Grade

Fee per student: $1.00
Minimum fee per group: $20.00
Teacher & Required chaperones: Free
Extra adults (beyond required # chaps): $4.00 per person

Hearth Cooking Program added to tour: additional $3.00 per person. Please note: the max amount of participants for Hearth Cooking is 20

OTHER GROUPS (ON-SITE)

  • K—12 Groups (Scouts, camp, etc)

  • Fee per child: $1.00

  • Minimum fee per group: $20.00

  • Group leader / Guide / Required chaperones: Free

  • Chaperones: 2 chaperones for every 10 children required

  • Extra adults (beyond required #): $4.00 per person

  • Maximum # people per each guide: 12

  • Hearth Cooking Program added to tour: additional $3.00 per person. Please note: the max amount of participants for Hearth Cooking is 20

Other Groups

  • (Any group outside K – 12) older youth Groups, College- Age Groups, Seniors, Organizations, Etc.

  • Fee per person: $4.00

  • Minimum fee per group: $20.00

  • Tour leader / Guide: Free

  • Maximum 3 people per each guide: 12 OR

  • Maximum amount people in house museum: 56 (busload) / 4 staff required

  • Hearth Cooking Program added to tour: additional $3.00 per person. Please note: the max amount of participants for Hearth Cooking is 20

Special Needs Group

  • Ask if they have the PARKS ACCESS PASS

  • If no: treat like K – 12 groups

  • Fee per person (including chaperones): $1.00

  • Minimum fee per group: $20.00 (Check with Michelle for exceptions)

  • Maximum # people per each guide: 12

OUTREACH (OFF-SITE)

  • Schools (K– 12)

  • Fee per student: $1.00

  • Minimum fee for presentation: $30.00

  • For schools, generally 1 classroom = 1 presentation

  • Combining classrooms not permitted (please ask)

  • Other Groups (other than K-12 or Schools):

  • Fee per presentation:  $30.00

  • All outreach programs limited to a 30 minute drive from Crailo SHS **

Tours

Crailo opens for the season on Wednesday, May 15 and runs through October 31, 2024.

Days open: Wednesday – Sunday Hours: 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

In general, guided tours of the museum begin at 11:00 a.m. and are offered on the hour, with the last tour at 4:00 p.m. Tours are an hour long. Of course, this can vary, depending on the visitor.

Please note: Pre-registered group and special events may alter tour schedules, so calling the site prior to your visit in recommended!

Crailo grounds and riverside park are free and open to the public, dawn through dusk.

Tours

Crailo opens for the season on Wednesday, May 15 and runs through October 31, 2024.

Days open: Wednesday – Sunday Hours: 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

In general, guided tours of the museum begin at 11:00 a.m. and are offered on the hour, with the last tour at 4:00 p.m. Tours are an hour long. Of course, this can vary, depending on the visitor.

Please note: Pre-registered group and special events may alter tour schedules, so calling the site prior to your visit in recommended!

Crailo grounds and riverside park are free and open to the public, dawn through dusk.

Tours

Crailo opens for the season on Wednesday, May 15 and runs through October 31, 2024.

Days open: Wednesday – Sunday Hours: 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

In general, guided tours of the museum begin at 11:00 a.m. and are offered on the hour, with the last tour at 4:00 p.m. Tours are an hour long. Of course, this can vary, depending on the visitor.

Please note: Pre-registered group and special events may alter tour schedules, so calling the site prior to your visit in recommended!

Crailo grounds and riverside park are free and open to the public, dawn through dusk.

Collection Exhibits

A Dishonorable Trade: Human Trafficking in the Dutch Atlantic World

Photo Credit: Detail of a 17th century Dutch Colonial Map
Sugar Works and Plantation, Pernabuco, Brazil
John Bleau c.1640
Courtesy of the John Carter Brown Library, Brown University

This temporary exhibit on the Dutch slave trade in the seventeenth century highlights both the Dutch trade network in the Atlantic and the effect this commercial enterprise had on the lives of Africans who became forced laborers in foreign lands. One exhibit space is devoted to the trade and another to the people who were enslaved. The exhibit explores the interconnectedness of the African, Caribbean, South American, North American and European trade networks of the Dutch West India Company and highlights the activity between Curacao and New Netherland. New Amsterdam and the van Rensselaer family are another focus of the exhibit.

Research and the development of the exhibit was spearheaded by an important grant from the Gilder Lehrman Center for the Study of Slavery, Abolition and Resistance and an immersive study session at the Yale Public History Institute of Yale University during the summer of 2013. Three Crailo staff members worked with Yale History professors, Gilder Lehrman Center staff, the American History Workshop staff, The Smithsonian Museum of African American History and Culture staff, and experts in the interpretation of the history of slavery and civil rights. Artists, curators and educators of art museums offered creative ways to interpret the history of people whose own words and objects are often missing from the historical record. Two Yale University graduate students also assisted in researching the exhibit. We are grateful for the opportunity to have worked with these talented people and for their contributions to both the exhibit and the subsequent interpretation we use at the museum to engage people in this little known, but important history.

The exhibit A Dishonorable Trade: Human Trafficking in the Dutch Atlantic World was displayed at Crailo State Historic Site from 2015-2018.

Crailo Wins 2010 CINE Eagle Award & Special Jury Prize!

An idea generated by the staff at Crailo State Historic Site—to combine a 350 year old local court record and Dutch genre painting and bring them to life--has been recognized by the National CINE Film Awards! In early 2009, Argentine Productions was chosen to produce the 2 - 3 minute film for Crailo's 2009 permanent installation, A Sweet and Alien Land: Colony of the Dutch in the Hudson River Valley. The production, which took place near Pittsburgh, Pa. in a very cold studio, included two Dutch Americans, actors from local colleges, and a couple volunteers. Site staff were on hand to advise on 17th century Dutch mannerisms and costuming. While there were many tricky obstacles to overcome with the 17th century script, the most challenging aspect of the filming was the struggle to replicate the exact poses of the six actors to those of the characters within the painting.

Just before the holidays, Crailo's 2 minute and 48 second film, Keeping Order: A Fort Orange Court Record had won a prestigious CINE Golden Eagle Award. Shortly after the film recieved a second honor, the CINE Golden Eagle Special Jury Prize for Best in Arts and Exhibits—the top award of all films in this category for 2009. The film can be seen in its entirety at the museum.


Collection Exhibits

A Dishonorable Trade: Human Trafficking in the Dutch Atlantic World

Photo Credit: Detail of a 17th century Dutch Colonial Map
Sugar Works and Plantation, Pernabuco, Brazil
John Bleau c.1640
Courtesy of the John Carter Brown Library, Brown University

This temporary exhibit on the Dutch slave trade in the seventeenth century highlights both the Dutch trade network in the Atlantic and the effect this commercial enterprise had on the lives of Africans who became forced laborers in foreign lands. One exhibit space is devoted to the trade and another to the people who were enslaved. The exhibit explores the interconnectedness of the African, Caribbean, South American, North American and European trade networks of the Dutch West India Company and highlights the activity between Curacao and New Netherland. New Amsterdam and the van Rensselaer family are another focus of the exhibit.

Research and the development of the exhibit was spearheaded by an important grant from the Gilder Lehrman Center for the Study of Slavery, Abolition and Resistance and an immersive study session at the Yale Public History Institute of Yale University during the summer of 2013. Three Crailo staff members worked with Yale History professors, Gilder Lehrman Center staff, the American History Workshop staff, The Smithsonian Museum of African American History and Culture staff, and experts in the interpretation of the history of slavery and civil rights. Artists, curators and educators of art museums offered creative ways to interpret the history of people whose own words and objects are often missing from the historical record. Two Yale University graduate students also assisted in researching the exhibit. We are grateful for the opportunity to have worked with these talented people and for their contributions to both the exhibit and the subsequent interpretation we use at the museum to engage people in this little known, but important history.

The exhibit A Dishonorable Trade: Human Trafficking in the Dutch Atlantic World was displayed at Crailo State Historic Site from 2015-2018.

Crailo Wins 2010 CINE Eagle Award & Special Jury Prize!

An idea generated by the staff at Crailo State Historic Site—to combine a 350 year old local court record and Dutch genre painting and bring them to life--has been recognized by the National CINE Film Awards! In early 2009, Argentine Productions was chosen to produce the 2 - 3 minute film for Crailo's 2009 permanent installation, A Sweet and Alien Land: Colony of the Dutch in the Hudson River Valley. The production, which took place near Pittsburgh, Pa. in a very cold studio, included two Dutch Americans, actors from local colleges, and a couple volunteers. Site staff were on hand to advise on 17th century Dutch mannerisms and costuming. While there were many tricky obstacles to overcome with the 17th century script, the most challenging aspect of the filming was the struggle to replicate the exact poses of the six actors to those of the characters within the painting.

Just before the holidays, Crailo's 2 minute and 48 second film, Keeping Order: A Fort Orange Court Record had won a prestigious CINE Golden Eagle Award. Shortly after the film recieved a second honor, the CINE Golden Eagle Special Jury Prize for Best in Arts and Exhibits—the top award of all films in this category for 2009. The film can be seen in its entirety at the museum.


Collection Exhibits

A Dishonorable Trade: Human Trafficking in the Dutch Atlantic World

Photo Credit: Detail of a 17th century Dutch Colonial Map
Sugar Works and Plantation, Pernabuco, Brazil
John Bleau c.1640
Courtesy of the John Carter Brown Library, Brown University

This temporary exhibit on the Dutch slave trade in the seventeenth century highlights both the Dutch trade network in the Atlantic and the effect this commercial enterprise had on the lives of Africans who became forced laborers in foreign lands. One exhibit space is devoted to the trade and another to the people who were enslaved. The exhibit explores the interconnectedness of the African, Caribbean, South American, North American and European trade networks of the Dutch West India Company and highlights the activity between Curacao and New Netherland. New Amsterdam and the van Rensselaer family are another focus of the exhibit.

Research and the development of the exhibit was spearheaded by an important grant from the Gilder Lehrman Center for the Study of Slavery, Abolition and Resistance and an immersive study session at the Yale Public History Institute of Yale University during the summer of 2013. Three Crailo staff members worked with Yale History professors, Gilder Lehrman Center staff, the American History Workshop staff, The Smithsonian Museum of African American History and Culture staff, and experts in the interpretation of the history of slavery and civil rights. Artists, curators and educators of art museums offered creative ways to interpret the history of people whose own words and objects are often missing from the historical record. Two Yale University graduate students also assisted in researching the exhibit. We are grateful for the opportunity to have worked with these talented people and for their contributions to both the exhibit and the subsequent interpretation we use at the museum to engage people in this little known, but important history.

The exhibit A Dishonorable Trade: Human Trafficking in the Dutch Atlantic World was displayed at Crailo State Historic Site from 2015-2018.

Crailo Wins 2010 CINE Eagle Award & Special Jury Prize!

An idea generated by the staff at Crailo State Historic Site—to combine a 350 year old local court record and Dutch genre painting and bring them to life--has been recognized by the National CINE Film Awards! In early 2009, Argentine Productions was chosen to produce the 2 - 3 minute film for Crailo's 2009 permanent installation, A Sweet and Alien Land: Colony of the Dutch in the Hudson River Valley. The production, which took place near Pittsburgh, Pa. in a very cold studio, included two Dutch Americans, actors from local colleges, and a couple volunteers. Site staff were on hand to advise on 17th century Dutch mannerisms and costuming. While there were many tricky obstacles to overcome with the 17th century script, the most challenging aspect of the filming was the struggle to replicate the exact poses of the six actors to those of the characters within the painting.

Just before the holidays, Crailo's 2 minute and 48 second film, Keeping Order: A Fort Orange Court Record had won a prestigious CINE Golden Eagle Award. Shortly after the film recieved a second honor, the CINE Golden Eagle Special Jury Prize for Best in Arts and Exhibits—the top award of all films in this category for 2009. The film can be seen in its entirety at the museum.


Events

Sat 01 Jun

Crailo Centennial
Saturday, June 1, 2024 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Crailo State Historic Site

Join us to celebrate 100 years since Crailo State Historic Site was gifted to New York State by Susan de Lancey van Rensselaer Strong, a Van Rensselaer descendant. The ceremony will begin at 1:00 PM and begin with a parade along Riverside Avenue featuring the Yankee Doodle Band. A reception and refreshments to follow in the back garden. The museum shop will be available for shopping and the house will be open for self-guided tours. The evening's event is free and open to the public. Donations will be gratefully accepted to further continue the preservation of this special structure. For more information visit https://parks.ny.gov/historic-sites/crailo/details.aspx or call 518-463-8738.


Events

Sat 01 Jun

Crailo Centennial
Saturday, June 1, 2024 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Crailo State Historic Site

Join us to celebrate 100 years since Crailo State Historic Site was gifted to New York State by Susan de Lancey van Rensselaer Strong, a Van Rensselaer descendant. The ceremony will begin at 1:00 PM and begin with a parade along Riverside Avenue featuring the Yankee Doodle Band. A reception and refreshments to follow in the back garden. The museum shop will be available for shopping and the house will be open for self-guided tours. The evening's event is free and open to the public. Donations will be gratefully accepted to further continue the preservation of this special structure. For more information visit https://parks.ny.gov/historic-sites/crailo/details.aspx or call 518-463-8738.


Events

Sat 01 Jun

Crailo Centennial
Saturday, June 1, 2024 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Crailo State Historic Site

Join us to celebrate 100 years since Crailo State Historic Site was gifted to New York State by Susan de Lancey van Rensselaer Strong, a Van Rensselaer descendant. The ceremony will begin at 1:00 PM and begin with a parade along Riverside Avenue featuring the Yankee Doodle Band. A reception and refreshments to follow in the back garden. The museum shop will be available for shopping and the house will be open for self-guided tours. The evening's event is free and open to the public. Donations will be gratefully accepted to further continue the preservation of this special structure. For more information visit https://parks.ny.gov/historic-sites/crailo/details.aspx or call 518-463-8738.


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Park, Recreations, and
Historic Preservations

Inside our Agency

About Us

Regions

Employment

State Council of Parks

Natural Heritage Trust

Inside our Agency

Friends & Support

Resources

Public Documents

Publications

Accessibility

Grants

Freedom of Information Law (FOIL)

Master Plans

Doing Business

Privacy Policy

News

Press Releases

Public Meetings

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Parks Blog

Freedom of Information Law (FOIL)

Master Plans

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Contact us

Park Police

Permits

Park Store Apparel & Gifts

Gift Cards

Donate

Content Submission Agreement

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Español - Spanish

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