Historic three-story hotel with wraparound porches and a vintage car parked in front, partially obscured by a large tree.

Image courtesy of Chatham Village Historical Society

Mar 27, 2025

From the Hygeia to the Shaker Museum

The future home of the Shaker Museum in the village of Chatham, NY has a long and storied history. As we look forward to the Shaker Museum breaking ground later this spring, let’s take a look at some different stages in the life of this stately structure.

Located where River Street meets Austerlitz Street facing Central Square, this imposing building sits at the end of the main drag through the village.

Read the story at the Chatham Village Historical Society blog.