On July 4, a Stroll of the Historic West Side

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation hosts a tour of the historic west side on the 4th of July. 

At 10:30 a.m. Sunday, George DeMers will lead guests through the restored West Side to learn about Saratoga’s Irish and Italian immigrants as well as the black community who helped shape the district. The tour meets at the entrance of Gideon Putnam Burying Ground located on South Franklin Street.

The tour lasts approximately 90 minutes and requires walking and standing on varied terrain. Tours will be limited to 30 persons and tickets must be purchased in advance.  The cost per tour is $15 for SSPF members and $20 for non-members.  Go to: www.saratogapreservation.org