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Lorenzo State Historic Site

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Address
17 Rippleton Road
Cazenovia, NY 13035
  Central Region
Latitude 42.924206
Longitude -75.860619
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Situated in historic Cazenovia, Lorenzo State Historic Site is the 1807 Federal style home of John Lincklaen, Holland Land Company agent and founder of Cazenovia.  Lorenzo was continually occupied by the Lincklaen/Ledyard family until the property and contents were conveyed to New York State in 1968. The imprint of all of Lorenzo's residents, including the enslaved people, servants and many employees required to run the estate, can be found at every turn. 

 

Visitors to Lorenzo enjoy guided tours of the Mansion furnished with 160 years of original furnishings. Explore the Visitor Center for the history of Cazenovia, building of Lorenzo, an amazing carriage and sleigh display, and to watch an introductory video.  Visit the museum shop which features a unique selection of stationery, historic reproductions, design and history books, reprints, and gift items.   Attend the many special events and presentations on the historic grounds including the annual "Lorenzo Driving Competition," "Rippleton Schoolhouse Community Day" and "Christmas at Lorenzo."

 

The grounds of Lorenzo are open daily, year-round, dawn until dusk to stroll through the Ellen Shipman designed formal garden and Dark Aisle Arboretum or hike the connective trail through the 87-acre site.


Hours of Operation

  • Lorenzo will open for the 2025 season on Friday, May 16, 2025. 

    Lorenzo is open Wednesday through Sunday, and Monday holidays.

    10 am to 4:30 pm, with the last tour beginning at 4 pm.

    Visitor Center and Museum Shop are open during these hours.

    Grounds open daily from dawn to dusk.

    Check here for upcoming wither activities or follow us on Facebook and Instagram. 



Fees & Rates

Most New York State Parks charge a vehicle use fee to enter the facility. Fees vary by location and season. A list of entry fees and other park use fees is available below. For fees not listed or to verify information, please contact the park directly.

The easy-to-use Empire Pass card is $80- and your key to all-season enjoyment with unlimited day-use entry at most facilities (Lorenzo not included) operated by State Parks and the State Dept. of Environmental Conservation including forests, beaches, trails and more. Purchase online or contact your favorite park for more information. Learn more about our Admission Programs including the Empire Pass.

  • Tour Fees
  • Adults, $5
    Seniors, $4
    Students, $4
    Groups of 10 or more with reservation, $4 per person.
    Children 12 and under are free. 
    School Groups please call (315) 655-3200 for information on programs, fees, and reservations.
Fri 19 Sep
Rippleton Schoolhouse is Open
Friday, September 19, 2025 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
This summer, the Rippleton Schoolhouse at Lorenzo invites visitors of all ages to engage with history hands-on. Have a lesson in the authentic 1887 schoolhouse, try your hand at traditional games and activities, and explore the beautiful grounds. Follow on Lorenzo's Facebook for special activities. Sensory friendly. Admission is free.

**The Rippleton Schoolhouse will be closed on Friday, August 1st for the Rippleton Schoolhouse Day Camp**

Sat 20 Sep
Rippleton Schoolhouse is Open
Saturday, September 20, 2025 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
This summer, the Rippleton Schoolhouse at Lorenzo invites visitors of all ages to engage with history hands-on. Have a lesson in the authentic 1887 schoolhouse, try your hand at traditional games and activities, and explore the beautiful grounds. Follow on Lorenzo's Facebook for special activities. Sensory friendly. Admission is free.

**The Rippleton Schoolhouse will be closed on Friday, August 1st for the Rippleton Schoolhouse Day Camp**

Sun 21 Sep
Rippleton Schoolhouse "Community Day"
Sunday, September 21, 2025 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
Since relocating to the Lorenzo grounds in 1997, the Rippleton Schoolhouse has served as a place to "live history." Hundreds of Central New York pupils attend classes in our restored one-room schoolhouse each year. Since 2002, the Friends of Lorenzo have hosted this annual event welcoming "kids of all ages" to participate in period games, enjoy live music, refreshments, horse-drawn wagon rides, fall crafts, and more! For more information call (315) 655-3200 or visit https://historic-sites/lorenzo/details.aspx  Admission to this event is free.
Fri 26 Sep
Rippleton Schoolhouse is Open
Friday, September 26, 2025 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
This summer, the Rippleton Schoolhouse at Lorenzo invites visitors of all ages to engage with history hands-on. Have a lesson in the authentic 1887 schoolhouse, try your hand at traditional games and activities, and explore the beautiful grounds. Follow on Lorenzo's Facebook for special activities. Sensory friendly. Admission is free.

**The Rippleton Schoolhouse will be closed on Friday, August 1st for the Rippleton Schoolhouse Day Camp**

Sat 27 Sep
Rippleton Schoolhouse is Open
Saturday, September 27, 2025 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
This summer, the Rippleton Schoolhouse at Lorenzo invites visitors of all ages to engage with history hands-on. Have a lesson in the authentic 1887 schoolhouse, try your hand at traditional games and activities, and explore the beautiful grounds. Follow on Lorenzo's Facebook for special activities. Sensory friendly. Admission is free.

**The Rippleton Schoolhouse will be closed on Friday, August 1st for the Rippleton Schoolhouse Day Camp**

Amenities Information

  • Amenities
  • Gift Shop (Accessible)
  • Picnic Area
  • Snowshoeing/X-Country Skiing
  • Tours
  • Visitor Center (Accessible)

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