Stillwater Blockhouse — Attraction in Town of Stillwater

The Stillwater Blockhouse is a unique historical monument located in Stillwater, NY. The Blockhouse was built in 1927 from the timbers of the Nielson Farm, which is located at the Saratoga Battlefield. The house was the Saratoga Battlefield’s visitor center in the 1920’s and 30’s. For many years the Blockhouse was associated with the historic battlefield. Later the park donated the blockhouse to the town of Stillwater. The inside of the blockhouse contains a neat and free museum. There are artifacts from the Battle of Saratoga and stories about notable people from Stillwater. The museum also does a good job describing and teaching about the historical purpose of a blockhouse. It is unique to see the gunports or loopholes that allowed people to stay in the blockhouse and shoot at whoever was attacking. There are not many blockhouses in the US, so to see one is really neat. The Stillwater Blockhouse is located in a small and scenic park. The park isn’t very big, but is located on a bend in the Hudson River. Admission to the museum is free, but donations are appreciated. Check the museum’s website for hours. If you’re touring Saratoga Battlefield it is worth it to visit the blockhouse as well. Coming to this small museum is a...

What a great little spot to shoot some epic pictures or have a cup of coffee while soaking it all in and allowing you to let the stressors of the day out.

Small parking lot with one way in and out. Entering from the south and exiting to the north will be your best options.

Landscape photographers will get some great shots here in most conditions and bird watchers will need a longer lens to capture some of the birds across the water but it will be worth the extra effort. Portraits here will have some spectacular backdrops depending on the season. I don't see any exterior outlets so bring your own...

The town of Stillwater has done a great job at telling and displaying the history of this building. It's really like walking into a time capsule. If you can make it there when it is open then it is totally worth going inside. You can get in and out in 5 minutes if you are in a hurry or stay for an hour and read all the literature if you are looking to kill some time. They have done a great job at preserving and restoring this...