The creek flowed gently between its snowy banks in February, reflecting sunlight on the historic brick building that’s served the community for more than 200 years.

The Saratoga Battle Chapter paused to recognize The Factory Eatery & Spirits and staff in Ballston Spa during its Annual Meeting held there on February 22, 2026.

The building at 20 Prospect Street served as a grist mill and sawmill in the 1800s before it was operated as a bag and paper company then a chocolate factory.

The family-owned facility not only serves the community with food and spirits and banquet facilities – they also employ dozens of people.

Chapter President Edward Munger Jr. presented Manager Cara Gifford with a Certificate of Appreciation and the gift of a framed Battle of Saratoga oversized Post Card – one of several donated to the Chapter by a Saratoga Springs family.

The award following the approval, by unanimous vote, of the following resolution:

WHEREAS, the Saratoga Battle Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution seeks to honor those in our community who provide exceptional support to our mission of patriotic, historical, and educational outreach; and

WHEREAS, The Factory Eatery & Spirits, under the dedicated leadership of Cara Gifford, has served as a steadfast home for our bi-annual meetings for several years; and

WHEREAS, the establishment is housed within a beautifully preserved historic factory building that echoes the industrious spirit of Ballston Spa – a village that stood as a witness to the Northern Campaign of the American Revolution; and

WHEREAS, the management and staff have consistently demonstrated excellence through their ”wonderful” culinary offerings and a level of kindness and professionalism that ensures our compatriots feel truly at home; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, that the Saratoga Battle Chapter extends its profound gratitude to Cara Gifford and the entire team at The Factory Eatery & Spirits; and be it further

RESOLVED, that this Certificate of Appreciation be presented this day as a formal testament to our enduring partnership and our sincere thanks for their role in helping us keep the history of our ancestors alive.

Chapter President Edward Munger Jr. presents a Certificate of Appreciation and historic Battle of Saratoga Post Card to Cara Gifford at The Factory Eatery & Spirits in Ballston Spa on Feb. 22, 2026