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Saratoga Springs Today
By the People, for the People
Saratoga's Lincoln Bathhouse to Undergo $6.9M Renovation
Upgrades planned for accessibility, parking, and interior spaces at historic site
Published on Mar. 2, 2026
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Saratoga Spa State Park's Lincoln Bathhouse is set to undergo a $6.9 million renovation project, including $4.4 million in exterior site improvements and a $2.5 million interior rehabilitation. The upgrades will enhance accessibility, parking, circulation, and visitor amenities at the historic 1930 building that houses the Children's Museum, NYS Park Police, and Court of Claims.
Why it matters
The Lincoln Bathhouse is a centerpiece of Saratoga Spa State Park, one of the region's top tourist attractions. The planned renovations will modernize the facility and improve the overall visitor experience, making the park more accessible and welcoming to all.
The details
Exterior improvements include new pathways, sidewalks, crossings, parking, landscaping, lighting, and separated entrances for visitors, staff, and law enforcement. The interior will see a revamped visitor welcome hall, exhibit space on the park's mineral springs, upgraded offices and meeting rooms, and mechanical system improvements.
- The exterior upgrades are expected to be completed by fall 2026.
- The park office relocation to the Lincoln Bathhouse is scheduled for late 2026 or early 2027.
The players
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
The state agency overseeing the renovation project and operations of Saratoga Spa State Park.
Children's Museum at Saratoga
A tenant organization that will remain housed in the Lincoln Bathhouse after the renovations.
New York State Park Police
A tenant organization that will remain headquartered in the Lincoln Bathhouse after the renovations.
New York State Court of Claims
A tenant organization that will remain housed in the Lincoln Bathhouse after the renovations.
What’s next
The park will remove 84 trees around the Lincoln Bathhouse during the winter months to protect bat species, and then plant 122 native trees in their place.
The takeaway
The Lincoln Bathhouse renovation is a significant investment in modernizing and improving accessibility at one of Saratoga's most iconic historic landmarks, ensuring it remains a welcoming gateway to the region's beloved state park for years to come.
