The Discovery Center, a fully accessible facility, is ideal for training sessions, meetings, small conferences and business retreats. The building features 1,642 square feet of meeting room space, two meeting rooms and a unique greeting area with 3,500 square feet of interactive exhibits. Meeting rooms feature internet access, tables, chairs and projectors. There are several miles of marked, multiple-use trails located out the back door of the Discovery Center. Most trails are considered easy to moderate and highlight the unique plant communities of the preserve.  

Rentals are booked with 4 weeks advanced notice and are subject to staff and facility availability.  Check the availability by clicking here or calling (518) 456-0655.

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Karner Classroom

This room is a great place for smaller meetings or small group events. Seating in this space is comfortable for 30 with chairs only or 15 around a table.  When not in use it hosts a variety of special exhibits so you may be surrounded by beautiful photography.  It’s a relaxed space that lets in some great natural light.

 

The room has the following amenities:

• WiFi
• Projector and screen
• Whiteboards
• Audio system and lapel microphone
• Sink and counter areas

 

Pine Barrens Room

This room is a more formal meeting room with the flare of the Discovery Center still present.  This room is easily accessible from the exhibit space and has the ability to be split in two.  With carpeted floors and dual projection system, this room can seat up to 50 with chairs only or 25 chairs with tables.

 

The room includes the following amenities: 

• Dual projectors and screens
• WiFi
• Whiteboards (only if split in two)
• Audio system and lapel microphone
• Sinks and counter areas
• Room dividers

 

Elfin Room

This is a small formal meeting space with natural light and convienently located near the front doors of the Discovery Center.  Great as an additional space for break out groups or smaller one on one meeting.  With carpeted floors and 50" screen, this room can seat up to 6 around an dark walnut conference table. 

 

• 50" Monitor w/Chromecast
• WiFi
• Conference phone