Lorenzo State Historic Site
17 Rippleton Road
Cazenovia, NY 13035
- General Information: (315) 655-3200
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
May 19- October 9, 2023 - Open for Tours
Hours: Wednesday through Sunday, and Monday holidays, 10:00AM to 4:30PM, with the last tour being at 4:00PM. Visitor Center and museum shop are open during these hours.
The grounds are open daily from dawn to dusk.
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, $5Seniors, $4Students, $4Groups of 12 or more with 2-weeks advance notice, $4 per person.Children 12 and under are free.
Thursday, June 8, 2023 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
Friday, July 14, 2023 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
Saturday, July 15, 2023 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
Sunday, July 16, 2023 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
Saturday, August 12, 2023 02:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
Join Lorenzo and Cazenovia Heritage at the Rippleton Schoolhouse to learn about the architecture and history of our area's 19th century schoolhouses. Attendees also will receive a map identifying the location of other schools and can undertake a self-guided driving tour of discovery at their convenience. Admission is free.
Amenities Information
- Amenities
- Gift Shop (Accessible)
- Picnic Area
- Snowshoeing/X-Country Skiing
- Tours
- Visitor Center (Accessible)
- Documents
- 2023 Geocache Challenge (pdf)
- Resources
- Cazenovia Chamber of Commerce