Our next program will be on August 10th at 7 PM. Historian Ron Ketelsen will present a program titled "The Pavilion Hotel – Sharon Springs’ Lost Landmark." The program will be offered in person in the Community Room of the Sharon Public Library, 129 Main Street, Sharon Springs, and online via Zoom.

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PROGRAM SUMMARY

Join Historian Sandra Manko for a fascinating journey back to the golden age of Sharon Springs, when the village was one of America's premier spa destinations. Through rare photographs, postcards, advertisements, and firsthand accounts, Sandra brings to life the remarkable story of the Pavilion Hotel. This grand Greek Revival landmark dominated the village skyline for more than a century. Discover how this magnificent hotel attracted presidents, generals, authors, industrialists, and thousands of visitors seeking health, relaxation, and elegance, while exploring its luxurious accommodations, famous cottages, elegant dining, recreation, and the vibrant resort culture that transformed a small Schoharie County village into an internationally recognized destination.

But every great story has its final chapter. Learn how changing travel habits, shifting fashions, and economic realities brought an end to the golden age of Sharon Springs, culminating in the controversial demolition of the Pavilion Hotel in 1941. Was its loss inevitable, or was one of New York's most iconic hotels torn down too soon? Explore the evidence, hear the local legends, and discover how the Pavilion helped shape Sharon Springs' identity for generations. Whether you have lifelong ties to the village or are discovering its rich history for the first time, this engaging presentation will leave you with a deeper appreciation for one of the community's most treasured landmarks.

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You can make reservations to watch this program by clicking here.

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See you on August 10th!