Arts & Culture
Elizabethtown revels in history - whether it's classical music in our historic district, the highly regarded Adirondack History Museum, or the charming red brick buildings that make up the Essex County Seat.
Local restaurants and a community center host live, local and regional jazz, classical, country, and bluegrass bands year round for free or at affordable prices. Youth frequently find creative enrichment events - cooking, crafts, children's opera, circus arts and more. The local library hosts educational and arts workshops, and a summer farmer's market offers local produce, live music and lunches from local vendors.
Three quarters of the local teens are enrolled in a free, afterschool program that offers daily free-play, musical field trips, and outdoor recreation activities. A culture of outdoor activity encourages a massive trail system for mountain bikers, skiers and a unique camaraderie among athletes. Annual festivals like E'town day brings the town together.
For upcoming events, please see our Events Page.
Elizabethtown Library
A small circulating library on the banks of the Boquet River in Essex County, New York Circa 1884
the PondeRz
Local Band
The Deer's Head Inn
The Deer's Head Inn, in Elizabethtown, NY, is the oldest tavern in the Adirondacks. An eatery, grocery, and inn, with a mission to promote local, regional & sustainably produced foods and tavern dining.
Elizabethtown Social Center
We offer year-round programs, events, and resources that bring people of all ages together! Supporting creativity, wellness, education, and social connection while strengthening the heart of our community.
Creative Birch Bark
Creative, artistic works in a variety of mediums including: White birch bark, Jewelry, Fractal burns, Epoxy art and Stained glass. About the artist, Christine Lang: I reside in the Adirondack State Park in upstate New York. Many individuals living in...
Adirondack History Museum & Essex County Historical Society
Elizabethtown's original central school provides ample space for a large collection of artifacts from over 200 years of Essex County history and culture. The 2017 seasonal exhibits include "Adirondacks Suffragists: 100 Years of Votes For Women" and "A...
