Our Whole History
With upcoming anniversaries to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution
, the arrival of the first enslaved Africans in New York and the ending of legalized slavery in New York, now is the perfect time tore-examine these key historical events. Explore the evolution of the stories we tell as our understanding of history grows. Learn More
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Featured Story
Celebrating 200 Years Along the Erie Canal
In 2025, New York State commemorates the 200th anniversary of the opening of the Erie Canal from Albany to Buffalo. This event was transformative for both the state and the nation, linking the Great Lakes with the Hudson River and the Atlantic Ocean in an unprecedentedly efficient waterway. Discover the impact the Canal has had as we celebrate its bicentennial.
What's New
- Municipal Parks and Recreation (MPR) Grant Program
- Video Kiosks at State Capital Interpret NY's Revolutionary History
- Breakneck Ridge Trailhead to Close for Two-Year Construction Period
- Honoring 17 Members of Park Police
- Major Preservation Work at First Home of the New York State Senate
- Record Attendance at State Parks
- Connect Kids to Parks Field Trip Grant Program
Event Highlights
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Fri 04 AprTimberdoodle Twilight Hours Evangola State Park
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Sat 05 AprFirst Saturday Hikes in the Finger Lakes Region Buttermilk Falls State Park
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Sat 12 AprDIY Birdhouses Niagara Falls State Park
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Tue 22 AprEarth Day- Delta Lake State Park Nature Program Delta Lake State Park
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Sun 27 AprGirl Scout Cadette Woodworker badge Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
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Sun 27 AprGirl Scout Cadette Woodworker badge Thacher State Park
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Sat 10 MayWorld Bird Migration Day- Delta Lake State Park Nature Program Delta Lake State Park
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Sat 07 JunFirst Saturday Hikes in the Finger Lakes Region Watkins Glen State Park
Digital Brochures
State park, historic site and camping information are available in digital format and may be downloaded.
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