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Grafton Peace Pagoda

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The Grafton Peace Pagoda was completed in 1993 – the result of eight years of voluntary labor and donations from people of all faiths and from many corners of the world. This monument to peace is the home of Buddhist nun and peace activist, Jun Yasuda. It is the site of numerous interfaith celebrations throughout the year and the jumping off point for a variety of “Prayer Walks” which successfully combine spiritual practice and political activism.

All are welcome to attend morning and evening meditation/chanting sessions held at the  Japanese style temple on the Pagoda grounds. 

Spring & Summer Schedule: 5 am-6:30 am, 6-7 pm (during the winter, the morning session begins one hour earlier and the evening session begins one hour later.)

For more information about all Grafton Peace Pagoda events, call (518) 658-9301. (Please call between 7 and 9:30 pm)

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The Louis Miller Museum

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The Louis Miller Museum was established in 1982 by the Hoosick Township Historical Society. The museum is devoted to the preservation of materials related to the rich history of the Town of Hoosick. There are two floors of exhibits and displays on such topics as the Battle of Bennington,  Grandma Moses, and hometown boys Bob and Ray Eberle, who were stars of the Big Band Era. The museum has an extensive collection of materials about the Walter A. Wood Mowing and Reaping Machine Company (1852-1923), a company that could be called the John Deere of the horse-drawn era. The extensive works of the company were located next to the falls in Hoosick Falls, and were the basis of the prosperity that Hoosick Falls enjoyed at the turn of the century.

The Miller museum is funded primarily by private donations. The Historical Society is a non-profit organization and all donations are tax deductible. It is open on Monday and Tuesday afternoons from 1 to 4 pm or by appointment. There is no admission charge.

Berkshire Bird Paradise

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NY Bird Rescue for Golden Eagles, Bald Eagles, Peregrine Falcons, Owls, Hawks, Emu, NYC Chickens and Pigeons, since 1975. Over 1200 residents and growing; most are disabled or unwanted. One of the largest Bird Sanctuaries in the country with  almost 100 different species. About 40% of the birds are permanently disabled. Custom-designed habitats are as natural as possible, allowing birds to work, climb and remain productive to the best of their abilities. 16 Bald Eagles and Golden Eagles are all disabled but doing fine. Some are breeding and raising healthy offspring that are released into the wild.

Route 2 east or west to Grafton, NY. Three miles east of Grafton Lakes State Park, turn on Babcock Lake Road (by elementry school).  Follow Babcock Lake Road 1 mile, turn right on to Red Pond Road, follow signs. Open 9 am to 5 pm seven days a week from mid-May through October. Admissions: Adults: $8, Children: $5. Group rate of $5/person. Peter Dubacher, Director.