NEW SCOTLAND — Nestled in the shadow of the Helderberg escarpment, the town of New Scotland is fortunate to have a wealth of historically and architecturally significant structures and sites that in some respects parallel the history of America from the early 18th to mid-20th centuries. 

Robert Parmenter, the town’s historian, will give a talk on Feb. 2 entitled “Echoes From New Scotland's Past: A Look at Historically Interesting and Significant Locations Throughout the Town of New Scotland.

Parmenter’s program will feature highlights from each of the town’s  communities.

Interest in historical and architecturally important structures in the Capital Region has increased recently, especially since the controversy over the preservation of the Hilton LeVie barn outside of Voorheesville in the town of New Scotland.  This program will provide a broader and fascinating look at the many historic gems worth preserving in town.

Parmenter has been the town historian for New Scotland since 1974. He earned a bachelor of science degree from the State University of New York College at Potsdam and a master of arts degreed from the University at Albany. He taught social studies for 32 years at Guilderland High School.

The program will begin at 7:30 p.m. and will be held at the Wyman Osterhout Community Center on Route 85 in New Salem. Call 765-4212 for more information.

Editor’s note: Alan S. Kowlowitz is the vice president of and program chairman for the New Scotland Historical Association.