A unique museum, located on the highway, The Petrified Creatures Museum of Natural History is one of the major attractions in the city. The museum houses life size structures of dinosaurs and lizards. Established in 1934, the museum has several concrete structures to marvel at- each of the dinosaur is brightly painted in neon shades so, you cannot miss a single one on your tour. Visitors can head to the digging pit and enjoy fossil excavation in the ditch. There are several prehistoric stones at the site as well. There is a souvenir shop on-site from where visitors can buy marked fossils and other merchandise.
Located in the State University of New York college in Oneonta, New York the Science Discovery Center is a unique one. The exhibits and artifacts here are based on scientific experiments which mainly focus on physics and are very interactive. It offers a unique learning experience for all as there are many activities which families can enjoy. This museum also sponsors and hosts events for young scientists and kids.
One of the oldest standing structures in Montgomery County, the Ames Academy Building was built as an educational institution in 1839. The building's design leans towards 19th-century Federal-style architecture, featuring a rectangular box-like exoskeleton. Its walls are made of a combination of stones and thick limestone blocks, giving the building immense stability, which is one of the reasons why it has stood the test of time. It was registered as a National Historic Building in 2002 and is open to the public for tours.
Bounded by the greenery of the eponymous state forest, Hunts Pond State Park is set amid a vibrant landscape characterized by wooded areas and rolling grasslands. The park's centerpiece is its namesake pond which offers recreation options such as fishing and boating. Outdoor enthusiasts can also explore the surrounding wilderness on foot or camp amid verdant environs.