Our County.

Our History.

Our Museum.

We are Clinton County, New York’s museum.
We preserve and protect the heritage of Clinton County’s residents.

The Museum

The museum is located on Plattsburgh’s Old Base Museum Campus, with four galleries, a gift shop, and a research library. The museum is open Wednesday through Saturday, 10 am to 3 pm, as well as by appointment.

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Bluff Point Lighthouse

Located on Valcour Island, it overlooks the site of the most important naval battle of the American Revolution. It was placed into service to guide ships through the channel running between Valcour Island and the New York shore.

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Become a Member!

Support the preservation and educational work of the Clinton County Historical Association through an annual contribution. Members receive a 10% discount on books published by the Association, access to the research library, and the Association’s newsletter, North Country Notes.

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Events

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May 23, 2026
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11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Marker Rededication and Cemetery Tours
Baker Burying Ground, 1161 State Rte 3, West Plattsburgh
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May 28, 2026
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6:00 pm
First Adirondackers: 12,000 Years of Indigenous Peoples in the Adirondack Uplands with David Kanietakeron Fadden and Curt Stager.
Plattsburgh Memorial Chapel, Old Base, Plattsburgh
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June 6, 2026
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10:30 am
Churubusco and the 1837 Rebellion with Town of Clinton Historian Rebecca LeClair
Town of Clinton Town Hall, 23 Smith Street, Churubusco
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