Lansingburgh Historical Society

05/05/2026

Calling old car buffs. Can you identify the car in this photo.

04/23/2026

Hello Members, Friends, & Neighbors!

The Gardens at the 1786 Herman Melville House have become more beautiful each year thanks to you!

Please come join us for our Annual Garden Clean-Up this Saturday, April 25th, from 10 AM to Noon.

Your support and help mean the world to us as we work to keep this treasured historical home in good shape!

We're looking forward to seeing you!

The Officers & Trustees of the
Lansingburgh Historical Society
John Ward, President

04/17/2026

04/11/2026

Many thanks to Lansingburgh Historical Society Trustee, and well-know Lansingburgh Retired Teacher, Byron Moak who shared his Uncle Sam Collection with our visitors today.

A great collection that included a dancing Uncle Sam. (Yes, we should have gotten video!)

04/11/2026

It’s a full house at the Herman Melville House this morning as Lansingburgh Historical Society President John Ward introduces Kathy Sheehan, director of the Hart Cluett Museum.

Kathy is our speaker this morning presenting “Uncle Sam: The Man and The Legend.

03/31/2026

Our April 2026 Newsletter is Here! Please like and share! Thank you so much!

03/18/2026

PHOTOS OF THE APARTMENT FOR RENT IN THE HISTORIC 1786 HOME OF HERMAN MELVILLE.

This is a 1-bedroom 1-person apartment with heat, water and garbage pickup provided by the Historical Society. Renter pays electric. Monthly Rent: $850 +Electric.

The unit has been updated with a new shower, sink and new flooring in the bathroom. New cabinets have been installed in the kitchen along with a new stove and refrigerator.

No smoking is permitted inside the home or on the grounds of the property. No pets are allowed. References from previous landlords and proof of employment in the form of a current pay stub are required. A 1-month security deposit is required.

This is a quiet area of the 'Burgh located at 1st Ave. and 114th St. with beautiful views of the river and a park across the street. There is a fenced yard.

Contact John or Mary Ellen Ward at 518-885-4295 to view the apartment, or with any questions.

Please see video of outside of the home in separate post.

03/18/2026

THE LANSINGBURGH HISTORICAL SOCIETY IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE A FIRST FLOOR APARTMENT FOR RENT IN THE HISTORIC 1786 HOME OF WRITER HERMAN MELVILLE.

This is a 1-bedroom 1-person apartment with heat, water and garbage pickup provided by the Historical Society. Renter pays electric. Monthly Rent: $850 +Electric.

The unit has been updated with a new shower, sink and new flooring in
the bathroom. New cabinets have been installed in the kitchen along with a new stove and refrigerator.

No smoking is permitted inside the home or on the grounds of the property. No pets are allowed. References from previous landlords and proof of employment in the form of a current pay stub are required. A 1-month security deposit is required.

This is a quiet area of the 'Burgh located at 1st Ave. and 114th St. with beautiful views of the river and a park across the street. There is a fenced yard.

Contact John or Mary Ellen Ward at 518-885-4295 to view the apartment, or with any questions.

Please see apartment photos in separate post.

12/27/2025

And just like that… the countdown begins again 🎄✨

12/10/2025