Friends of Lorenzo
Preserving history and promoting community for 50 years.
Plan a Tour of the Mansion more info here
Thank You Members and Friends
Your support enabled Lorenzo to clear its West Field, and plant new trees. The project enhanced views of the lake and improved access to the grounds.
Cleared West Field and New Trees
News and Events
Cazenovia Winter Festival
Horse-Drawn Sleigh Rides at Lorenzo
Saturday February 7, 2026
1PM - 3PM
Please join us during Cazenovia's Winter Fest 2026 for free horse-drawn sleigh rides in the front meadow of Lorenzo State Historic Site. There is nothing like gliding across the snow in a horse-drawn sleigh. Horse-drawn sleigh rides are sponsored this year by the NYS Draft Horse Club. No reservations are necessary, just show up and enjoy your wintery ride.
There will also be free hot chocolate and snacks in South Cottage, sponsored by New York Horse Magazine.
Cost for this event
Free
Date and Time
Saturday 7 February 2026 from 1 PM - 3PM
Pickup/Dropoff Location for Rides
Adjacent to the main parking lot of Lorenzo State Historic Site
In case there is not enough snow, the starting location is subject to change, so please stay tuned to Caz Life social media / website as well as Lorenzo State Historic Site's social media for details.
Lorenzo State Historic Site Social Media Events Page
Cazenovia Winter Festival
Torch-Lit Cross Country Ski at Lorenzo
Horse-Drawn Sleigh Rides Between Lorenzo and Meier's Creek Brewing Company
Saturday February 7, 2026
5PM - 7PM
Please join us during Cazenovia's Winter Fest 2026 for skiing/snowshoeing around the large, torch-lit, agricultural field at Lorenzo and through Lorenzo's illuminated Dark Aisle. Parking available in the main parking lot of Lorenzo. BYO-skis & dress warmly!
We will also be offering free horse-drawn sleigh rides across the large agricultural field linking Lorenzo with Meier's Creek Brewing Company, in partnership with Meier's Creek Brewing Company.
Cost for this event
Free
Date and Time
Saturday 7 February 2026 from 5 PM - 7PM
Path for skiing/snowshoeing
Around the perimeter of the agricultural field in between the Dark Aisle at Lorenzo and Meier's Creek Brewing Company. The field will be torch-lit.
Pickup/Dropoff Location for Rides
Meier's Creek Brewing Company visitor parking lot, overflow parking at Lorenzo State Historic Site.
In case there is not enough snow, the starting location is subject to change, so please stay tuned to Caz Life social media / website as well as Lorenzo State Historic Site's social media for details.
Lorenzo State Historic Site Social Media Events Page
Board Seeks New Members
If you would like to become a member, or renew your membership, please use this link. You can use our online payment service or mail in applications and membership fees to our membership services group in Baltimore MD. For more information on membership categories and benefits, visit our membership page.
Friends would not exist without our members. Your membership helps us support the Lorenzo Historic Site and to promote it as a center of community life. Thanks.