Camp Santanoni

Camp Santanoni Camp Santanoni, a National Historic Landmark, is one of the great treasures of the Adirondacks.

Santanoni was built for Robert and Anna Pruyn of Albany beginning in 1892. The estate eventually included 12,900 acres and nearly four-dozen buildings. Since 1972 the Santanoni Preserve has been owned by New York State. It is on the National Register of Historic Places, and is a National Historic Landmark. AARCH has long been associated with the protection, interpretation and restoration of this r

egional treasure. How YOU Can Help:

In 1997, AARCH helped to create the Friends of Camp Santanoni, in order to provide long-term financial and volunteer support for conservation, interpretation, and public use of Camp Santanoni. The Friends is a partnership of non-profit organizations, the Town of Newcomb, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, and the thousands of people who love this special place and believe in its preservation and use for public education, recreation, and inspiration. The Friends of Camp Santanoni operates under the auspices of Adirondack Architectural Heritage (AARCH) through an "Adopt-a-Natural Resource" Agreement with NYSDEC. Members of the Friends of Camp Santanoni:

*Provide financial support for the preservation and interpretation of Camp Santanoni
*Are invited to be part of volunteer work projects at the camp
*Receive discounts on Santanoni publications and merchandise
*Attend special Friends events free
*Receive the Friends newsletter

All contributions to the Friends of Camp Santanoni are tax deductible and are used solely towards preservation, interpretation and educational programs at the camp. For more information, contact AARCH at 518-834-9328 or visit http://aarch.org/santanoni/help.html

09/28/2025
Space is still available on the 9 am, 11 am, and 3 pm tours!
08/29/2025

Space is still available on the 9 am, 11 am, and 3 pm tours!

We're looking forward to Santanoni Art and Music Day on August 9!
07/21/2025

We're looking forward to Santanoni Art and Music Day on August 9!

Santanoni Art and Music Day is less than a month away and we can't wait! This year's event will feature more artists, more activities across the site, and live music at the Gate Lodge at the end of the day. Mark your calendars and join us!

The Santanoni Gate Lodge is rarely open to the public. Join us on Saturday’s Gate Lodge Tours to learn more about the bu...
07/01/2025

The Santanoni Gate Lodge is rarely open to the public. Join us on Saturday’s Gate Lodge Tours to learn more about the building’s history and go inside!

Join us next Saturday, July 5 for the first Santanoni Gate Lodge Tours of the season! These tours explore the architecture and landscape of the Gate Lodge as well as the histories of the people it has been home to since 1905. Tours are offered at 9 am, 11 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm.

Walk-ups are welcome, but space is limited. Please email [email protected] to reserve your spot. $10 donation requested per person.

Check out the 2025 Spring Santanoni newsletter and plan your visit this summer!
05/19/2025

Check out the 2025 Spring Santanoni newsletter and plan your visit this summer!

The Santanoni Spring Newsletter is here! Check it out for information about this summer's programs, volunteer days, and other Santanoni news. https://www.greatcampsantanoni.com/springnewsletter

For information about upcoming volunteer days and events, please follow us at our new page, Great Camp Santanoni
05/19/2022

For information about upcoming volunteer days and events, please follow us at our new page, Great Camp Santanoni

Did you get our 2022 Spring Friends Newsletter yesterday? Follow the link for news and information about this year's events and volunteer days.

https://conta.cc/39vh5PE

Looking for a great summer job or internship? Camp Santanoni is looking for summer staff! Staff lead historic tours of t...
03/12/2022

Looking for a great summer job or internship? Camp Santanoni is looking for summer staff! Staff lead historic tours of the camp and do restoration work all in a beautiful, natural Adirondack setting. Follow the link for more information.

https://aarch.org/about/office/careers/

Have you seen the new model of the historic service complex in the kitchen wing? 😍 It really helps bring this area (now...
08/30/2021

Have you seen the new model of the historic service complex in the kitchen wing? 😍 It really helps bring this area (now Campsite 2) back to life.

(Model by volunteer extraordinaire Tim Sauter)

TR Weekend is coming up soon! Read on for more information about how to reserve a free spot on the wagon.
08/30/2021

TR Weekend is coming up soon! Read on for more information about how to reserve a free spot on the wagon.

https://spark.adobe.com/page/qFSQf3d40oxhh/

TR Weekend is closing in... September 11th and 12th. Reserve your seats now on the FREE Wagon ride into the Santanoni Preserve!

Wear comfortable shoes for walking around the tour of the camp, bring a packed lunch or order one from the Newcomb Cafe and Campground for $12 Call: 518-582-8999

You must reserve your seats by emailing:
[email protected]

Arrive at the Santanoni Preserve Parking lot at 8:15 for an 8:30am departure. Your wagon will return to parking lot around 3pm. Wagons have canopies and sides in case of rain. Wagon rides provided by the Town of Newcomb with Larry Newcombe and Pam Newcombe from Newcombe Farm.

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58 Newcomb Lake Road
Newcomb, NY
12852

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+15188349328

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Help Us Preserve Santanoni

This page is operated by the Friends of Camp Santanoni. Join us to help preserve and interpret this spectacular place!

Santanoni is a present-day refuge of contemplative beauty and a step back into a different age. A National Historic Landmark, it is the premier example of an Adirondack Great Camp, one of the few remaining, and the only one that is publicly owned.

Santanoni was built for Robert and Anna Pruyn of Albany beginning in 1892. The estate eventually included 12,900 acres and nearly four-dozen buildings. Since 1972 the Santanoni Preserve has been owned by New York State. It is on the National Register of Historic Places, and is a National Historic Landmark. The partnership that manages Santanoni, ­ Adirondack Architectural Heritage, the Town of Newcomb, and the Department of Environmental Conservation,­ is working together to preserve and gradually restore the buildings while welcoming and interpreting the site for visitors. While remarkable progress has been made, our work isn't over yet! Many of Santanoni's buildings still need repair and restoration while others, like the Santanoni barn, lost to fire, will be rebuilt completely. In addition, the work of fully interpreting the site, developing new programming, and sparking curiosity is ongoing.

Anyone of any age who visits Santanoni leaves with a sense of wonder ­ at the extraordinary architecture, natural beauty, and its grandeur and place in Adirondack history. Preserving and restoring it and telling the stories of the people who worked, played, lived and visited here is possible only with your help. If you love this special place and believe in its preservation and use, please support the Friends of Camp Santanoni. The Friends directly contribute to the ongoing preservation, interpretation, and use of Camp Santanoni through volunteer work, promotion, contributions and fundraising, and programs and publications.