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Sat
23
Sep
Saturday, September 23, 2023
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
CANCELLED
Due to the forecasted heavy day long rains on Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 our event with Spencer's Additional Regiment has been postponed until next year.
Sat
30
Sep
Saturday, September 30, 2023 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
Flax Breaking & Spinning: Barbara Johns will demonstrate spinning as
done in the
18th century. From flax breaking
to drop spindles and spinning wheels, Barbara will explain how these spun fibers turned into sheets of cloth for clothing. Basket Weaving: Join Sharon Morrison to learn how to weave a basket – an everyday item used
during the American Revolution. Take your basket home too! No reservations required - this event has ongoing
demonstrations and the opportunity to try your hand at these lost arts.
Sat
21
Oct
Saturday, October 21, 2023 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
The 2nd New
York Regiment recreates the unit as they appeared in 1775. Camp life and day-to-day
military activities will be on display, and the public can engage with the 2nd
New York while they provide demonstrations. Learn about the lives of the soldiers during
the early years of the war, including the unit's involvement in Canada in 1775.
Sat
21
Oct
Saturday, October 21, 2023 02:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
This illustrated
lecture by a site interpreter tells the story of one of the officers General Anthony
Wayne relied on during the Battle of Stony Point. He entrusted Pennsylvanian Colonel
Richard Butler to lead the northern column during the assault. Learn more about one of the men who bravely
fought here during the War for Independence. Seating is limited, please call 845-786-2521 for a reservation.