Adirondack Experience, The Museum at Blue Mountain Lake
An incredible resource for learning about and experiencing the history of the Adirondacks.
Since opening as the Adirondack Museum in 1947, Adirondack Experience (ADKX) has helped visitors understand many facets of Adirondack history and the relationship between people and the Adirondack wilderness. ADKX is a fantastic resource thoughtfully planned over decades, offering a wide array of immersive and interactive exhibits to help visitors appreciate the Adirondack region.
Experience the rich history of the Adirondacks.
Suitable for visitors of all ages, ADKX comprises more than 20 buildings nestled across 120 acres overlooking beautiful Blue Mountain Lake. The open-air campus offers everyone something to enjoy. Step into the rich history of this region as you row an authentic guide boat, break up a logjam, climb a classic ADK fire tower, or enjoy a family-friendly hike to Minnow Pond.
On permanent view are exhibits showcasing ADK wildlife, waterways, and everyday work and life in the region. Check out an actual hermit’s tepee. Or peruse the extensive collection of guide boats and canoes. You can even take a canoe or skiff on the pond on the ADKX campus.
There is always something new to explore at the museum, too, so plan to stay at least four hours. You can bring a picnic lunch or grab a bite at the casual cafe (which has lovely views, too).
ADKX is an adventure you won’t want to miss.
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Upcoming events in the Central Adirondacks.
Enjoy a free concert at Great Camp Sagamore featuring Drank the Gold performing North Atlantic dance tunes and folk songs.
Celebrate the 4th of July in Old Forge in the Central Adirondacks.
Celebrate the 4th with family-friendly field games, fun contests, refreshments, live music and fireworks.
Immerse yourself in Long Lake’s Totally Awesome 4th of July Celebration in the Central Adirondacks.
Enjoy a parade, carnival, live music, food and drinks and fireworks.
The 4th of July festivities continue with the 58th annual Lion’s Club Chicken BBQ, plus live music, entertainment, and fireworks.
Indian Lake in the Central Adirondacks is the perfect destination for the July 4th weekend, with a parade, live music and fireworks.
Join a spectacular fireworks display over historic Raquette Lake on July 4th weekend, 2024.
Celebrate 100 Years of the Northville-Placid Trail at the ADKX in Blue Mountain Lake.
Join the Adirondack Mountain Club for an informative discussion about the origins, history and impact of the Northville-Placid Trail.
The ADK Experience, the Museum on Blue Mountain Lake, hosts a day celebrating Akwesasne Mohawk Artists and Artisans.
Old Forge hosts the 3rd Annual Fulton Chain Rendezvous, a popular weekend-long boating event.
Don’t miss the Adirondack Artisan Festival at the Adirondack Experience, the Museum on Blue Mountain Lake.
An Adirondack painter with roots in Long Lake and Saranac Lake reflects on the NPT’s impact on his work.
Join a festive celebration in the Central Adirondacks commemorating the Northville-Placid Trail’s centennial.
New York DEC resource managers and planners share their insights on the Northville-Placid Trail.
On September 28, 2024, in honor of National Hunting and Fishing Day, NYS residents can fish for free.
On Veterans Day, November 11, 2024, NYS residents can fish for free in the Adirondacks.