Spencertown Academy, Greek Revival academy in Spencertown, New York.
Spencertown Academy is a school building in Greek Revival style in Spencertown, New York, with a column-fronted portico featuring four fluted columns and Ionic capitals on the south side. The two-story structure today houses exhibition spaces, artist studios, and a performance hall for the arts.
The building was founded in 1847 as a teacher training institution that accepted both men and women. It later served as a local schoolhouse until 1970.
The building now serves as an arts center where concerts, lectures, gallery exhibitions, and educational programs happen throughout the year. It has become a gathering place where visitors experience art and culture together in the community.
The building sits along New York highway 203, making it easy to locate and reach. The site sits on raised ground surrounded by woods on two sides, which affects the approach to the entrance.
The building retains its original stone foundation and architectural details from the 1800s. These well-kept original details let visitors today see the craftsmanship and building methods of that era.
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