Spencertown Academy

The Spencertown Academy, located in Spencertown, New York, is a historic mid-19th century building showcasing Greek Revival architecture. Originally founded in 1845 as a private teacher training school, it transitioned to a public school until 1970. The building features a striking pedimented portico with Ionic columns and houses a library and auditorium. After being listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973, it was transformed into the Spencertown Academy Arts Center, now serving as a vibrant hub for local visual and performing arts, making it an interesting stop for tourists and researchers alike.