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Sat 18 May
“Voices and Votes: Democracy in America” presented by the Smithsonian Institution
Saturday, May 18, 2024
Sackets Harbor Battlefield State Historic Site
One of 12 locations in NYS, only state site and only North Country venue. Supported by site's own regional stories exhibit. May 18 to June 29, Union Hotel building 6-week programs include: Humanities NY "Reading & Discussion" series and Community Conversation;" National Trails Day Story Walk with Hay Memorial Library; Haudenosaunee Traditional Arts workshops on I Love NY "Path Through History Day;" partnering with "Our Story Bridge" gathering oral stories; Presentation by Prof. Mel Schrems of St. Lawrence U. "Poetry at the Hotel" and "Building Stories" with Hay Memorial Library; Concert by 10th Mountain Division musicians.
Sat 18 May
Farm Market
Saturday, May 18, 2024 09:00 AM - 02:00 PM
John Jay Homestead State Historic Site
The 2024 Farm Market season begins at John Jay Homestead on Saturday, May 4. This weekly outdoor, certified market provides the finest New York-grown, fresh and seasonal fruits and vegetables, seafood, breads, specialty items and more on a historic farm setting. Every Saturday, from May through October, customers can expect to find certified organic and biodynamic produce, ethically-raised, organic meat and eggs, as well as a wide variety of artisan food items with dozens of weekly vendors.Farm Market is open from 9:30am to 2:00pm for the general public, while members of Friends of John Jay Homestead are offered the Members Only First Pick from 9:00am to 9:30am.
Sat 18 May
Hoosick History & Heritage Fair
Saturday, May 18, 2024 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Bennington Battlefield State Historic Site
Join the Friends of the Bennington Battlefield for the second annual Hoosick History & Heritage Fair at the Armory (80 Main Street, Hoosick Falls) and enjoy a free trolley ride to the battlefield where interpreters will be ready to share the history of the site. Events at the Armory will include a scavenger hunt, book swap, live birds of prey, guest speakers and BBQ lunch. Living historians will be on hand at the battlefield in period dress and will conduct periodic black powder demonstrations. There is no admission fee to visit either location.
Sat 18 May
Guided Hike: History Hidden in the Woods
Saturday, May 18, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Have you ever wondered what some of the ruins within Mills-Norrie State Park might be? The beautiful park land was once the setting for grand Hudson Riverfront estates. This 90-minute guided hike will lead visitors through the park, exploring the history of three historic estates: from Staatsburgh's founding as a gentleman's farm in the 1700s to the development of The Point and Stonehurst estates in the 19th century. The hike is approximately 1.5 miles of uneven terrain, requiring study footwear. Cost: free. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Sat 18 May
Create and Cook: Family Cooking & Art Workshop
Saturday, May 18, 2024 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Olana State Historic Site
Explore your creativity in the kitchen and art studio during this program led by The Sylvia Center Chefs and The Olana Partnership educators! In this class, we will make a delicious pasta salad inspired by scrumptious seasonal vegetables, explore Olana State Historic Site's historic kitchen garden, and draw new life and shapes in the meadow. This program is FREE (suggested donation $12) and advance registration is required. Registration includes all art-making supplies, a free lunch for each participant, and a voucher to participate in future cooking classes hosted by The Sylvia Center. Children 18 and under must be accompanied by an adult. This is the first in a series of three classes – register for one or all three! For more information, please contact education@olana.org or call (518) 751-6938.
Registration: Required
Sat 18 May
Pinkster!
Saturday, May 18, 2024 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site
Free family event highlighting Albany's historic Pinkster celebrations that focused on African Heritage Drum workshop, dancing, music, vendors, reenactors, crafts and food. The mansion will feature an open house.
Sat 18 May
Tales of the Titanic
Saturday, May 18, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Mark the 112th anniversary of the sinking by touring the home of Titanic ticket holders, Ogden and Ruth Mills. Hear tales of the Titanic's tragic voyage as a costumed interpreter points out the remarkable similarities between the Titanic's interiors and Staatsburgh's rooms. Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students, Children 12 & under are free. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Sat 18 May
Artmaking in the Afternoon
Saturday, May 18, 2024 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Olana State Historic Site
Inspired by your time at Olana? Join The Olana Partnership educators for hands-on artmaking using professional materials and a series of prompts to get your creativity flowing. Drop-in program; FREE. All materials provided. Located in the Wagon House Education Center.
Sat 18 May
A Closer Look: A Curator-Guided Exploration of the Hidden & Hard-to-See
Saturday, May 18, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
In this special 90-minute tour, Staatsburgh's curator, Maria Reynolds, will focus on a selection of objects that are not easily seen on tour, or which tell a special story. This version of the tour will focus on all things France including the French objects, furniture, and architecture in the house. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS, Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students, Children 12 & under are free.
Registration: Required
Sat 18 May
3rd Saturday Guided Battlefield Walk
Saturday, May 18, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
2:00 p.m. on the third Saturday of the month from May to October (3:30 p.m. on Sep 21st), a costumed interpreter will lead a guided walk around the Battlefield explaining the plan and execution of the American assault on the British garrison, highlighting the design and defense strategy of the fort and the bold idea for the attack.
Sun 19 May
Pinkster: Joy is an Act of Resistance
Sunday, May 19, 2024
Senate House State Historic Site

The Pinkster Sunday Festival returns to Senate House! Pinkster is the oldest African-American holiday in the U.S., a Dutch Pentecost tradition transformed into a joyous African celebration. Produced by Transart Inc. in cooperation with Senate House State Historic Site, the Pinkster Festival includes music, dance, history, food, crafts, vendors and more. For more information on Pinkster, please visit www.transartinc.org/pinkster
Sun 19 May
Birding Walk at Staatsburgh
Sunday, May 19, 2024 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Staatsburgh State Historic Site and the surrounding Mills-Norrie State Park possess a great variety of environments in close proximity, an ideal setting for birding. Experienced birders will enjoy a walk through several interesting environments, inexperienced birders will find encouragement and a helping hand, and newbies will be able to discuss equipment, apps, and techniques. We will also be on the lookout for the many wildflowers that bloom in the park. Volunteer walk leader David Lund has been birding Mills-Norrie State Park daily for the last 35 years. Cost: free. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Sun 19 May
Garden Workshops and Volunteer Opportunities
Sunday, May 19, 2024 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Come and discover the award-winning Jay Estate Gardens this spring! The gardens will be open to the public two days a week. Enjoy docent-led experiences or follow a self-guided tour following our QR code signs. Drop in for a lesson, talks, and workshops led by JHC's Director of Horticulture and Garden Education, Lucia Maestro and special guest speakers. Please visit our website or email Lucia for more information: hortdirector.JHC@gmail.com.
Sun 19 May
Morning Hatha Yoga
Sunday, May 19, 2024 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site
Join us for this new Sunday morning Hatha yoga series at Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site! The beautiful sunlit Gothic Chamber is the perfect place for a morning yoga class. Open to all levels and abilities! All proceeds benefit the Friends of Philipse Manor Hall. Register at www.philipsemanorhall.com/programs-and-events.
Sun 19 May
Mansion Tours (closed holidays)
Sunday, May 19, 2024 02:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Travel back in time as you experience the 1838 Jay Mansion! Our docent-led tours share the stories of the many eras of the Jay Mansion and give you a behind-the-scenes look at our extensive restoration process. No reservation necessary. Please visit our website or email Meredith Slater: mslater.jhc@gmail.com.
Sun 19 May
The REAL Gilded Age: America’s Elite in the Downton Abbey Era
Sunday, May 19, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
This tour highlights the real-life characters and themes at Staatsburgh that parallel Downton Abbey and HBO's The Gilded Age. Led by a costumed interpreter, the tour shows how the Mills family and their servants conducted a busy weekend of high society entertaining, comparing Staatsburgh to what viewers saw on TV. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students, Children 12 & under are free.
Registration: Required
Thu 23 May
Garden Workshops and Volunteer Opportunities
Thursday, May 23, 2024 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Come and discover the award-winning Jay Estate Gardens this spring! The gardens will be open to the public two days a week. Enjoy docent-led experiences or follow a self-guided tour following our QR code signs. Drop in for a lesson, talks, and workshops led by JHC's Director of Horticulture and Garden Education, Lucia Maestro and special guest speakers. Please visit our website or email Lucia for more information: hortdirector.JHC@gmail.com.
Sat 25 May
“Voices and Votes: Democracy in America” presented by the Smithsonian Institution
Saturday, May 25, 2024
Sackets Harbor Battlefield State Historic Site
One of 12 locations in NYS, only state site and only North Country venue. Supported by site's own regional stories exhibit. May 18 to June 29, Union Hotel building 6-week programs include: Humanities NY "Reading & Discussion" series and Community Conversation;" National Trails Day Story Walk with Hay Memorial Library; Haudenosaunee Traditional Arts workshops on I Love NY "Path Through History Day;" partnering with "Our Story Bridge" gathering oral stories; Presentation by Prof. Mel Schrems of St. Lawrence U. "Poetry at the Hotel" and "Building Stories" with Hay Memorial Library; Concert by 10th Mountain Division musicians.
Sat 25 May
From Badge of Military Merit to Purple Heart
Saturday, May 25, 2024 02:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site
Enjoy a presentation about the first award for enlisted soldiers, and how it became the Purple Heart that we know today.
Sat 25 May
Farm Market
Saturday, May 25, 2024 09:00 AM - 02:00 PM
John Jay Homestead State Historic Site
The 2024 Farm Market season begins at John Jay Homestead on Saturday, May 4. This weekly outdoor, certified market provides the finest New York-grown, fresh and seasonal fruits and vegetables, seafood, breads, specialty items and more on a historic farm setting. Every Saturday, from May through October, customers can expect to find certified organic and biodynamic produce, ethically-raised, organic meat and eggs, as well as a wide variety of artisan food items with dozens of weekly vendors.Farm Market is open from 9:30am to 2:00pm for the general public, while members of Friends of John Jay Homestead are offered the Members Only First Pick from 9:00am to 9:30am.
Sat 25 May
Life in The Village and Hunting Camp, 1680-1770 by Drew Shuptar-Rayvis
Saturday, May 25, 2024 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Fort Montgomery State Historic Site
Enter the Algonkian family through traditional roles and the customs of kinship and marriage. Decode the intertwined processes of captivity, adoption, and assimilation into a tribe for both Europeans and other Native Americans, with the trade and daily items of the period. Experience Algonkian hospitality with a traditionally prepared meal: brass kettles for boiling soups and making tea, wood splints for roasting fish and meat over coals, ash cakes cooked in coals and more!
Sat 25 May
Staatsburg Village Walking Tour
Saturday, May 25, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
This 90-minute walk in the village of Staatsburg will explore the estate's close relationship with the nearby village and its connection to the Mills family. A guide will discuss historic buildings and highlight hidden locations in the village that demonstrate Staatsburg's vibrant past and the lasting legacy of Ruth and Ogden Mills beyond the estate walls. Cost: free. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Sat 25 May
Yonkers Waterfront Walking Tour
Saturday, May 25, 2024 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site
Why was Philipse Manor Hall built where it was? Why did the Munsee have a village in downtown Yonkers for thousands of years? How did the Yonkers waterfront change over time? Learn the answers to these questions and more as you explore the daylighted Saw Mill River and Yonkers' Hudson River waterfront. $6 for adults, $3 for seniors and students. Tickets include museum admission. Register at www.philipsemanorhall.com/programs-and-events.
Sat 25 May
18th Century Growing Season
Saturday, May 25, 2024 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Senate House State Historic Site

Join us in learning about what it as like to grow things and produce food in the 18th century. Watch us plant our 18th century inspired garden, see bee-keeping, sheep shearing, and food preservation. Includes crafts for visitors of all ages. 
Sat 25 May
A Closer Look: A Curator-Guided Exploration of the Hidden & Hard-to-See
Saturday, May 25, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
In this special 90-minute tour, Staatsburgh's curator, Maria Reynolds, will focus on a selection of objects that are not easily seen on tour, or which tell a special story. This version of the tour will focus on all things France including the French objects, furniture, and architecture in the house. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS, Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students, Children 12 & under are free.
Registration: Required
Sat 25 May
Secret Messages
Saturday, May 25, 2024 11:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site
Children of all ages are invited to try their hand at deciphering secret messages like those used by General Washington's spy network.
Sat 25 May
The US Army’s “Hidden History: Lesser-Known Stories”
Saturday, May 25, 2024 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Sackets Harbor Battlefield State Historic Site
Join us to hear Ft. Drum Museum Director Kent Bolke highlight army stories. Kent's illustrated talk features lesser-known military history stories through the eyes of minority members. A perfect program for Memorial Day weekend!
Sat 25 May
Clermont Grounds and Gardens Tour
Saturday, May 25, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Clermont State Historic Site
Join us for a springtime tour of Clermont's formal gardens. Walk with one of our experienced tour guides and learn the history of the land. From woods to farmland to manicured lawns, Clermont's landscape has changed with each generation. This tour includes gentle inclines on uneven surfaces. Please wear comfortable footwear and dress for the weather. Please note: The cost of the event is $5 per person, please be prepared to pay at the door. Space is limited. Visitors must register in advance at bookeo.com/Clermont. Rain date: Saturday May 25, 2024.
Registration: Required
Sat 25 May
Tales of the Titanic
Saturday, May 25, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Mark the 112th anniversary of the sinking by touring the home of Titanic ticket holders, Ogden and Ruth Mills. Hear tales of the Titanic's tragic voyage as a costumed interpreter points out the remarkable similarities between the Titanic's interiors and Staatsburgh's rooms. Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students, Children 12 & under are free. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Sat 25 May
Planting with Pollinators in Mind: A Guided Walk through Olana’s Legacy Landscape A Digging Deeper Program with the Garden Conservancy
Saturday, May 25, 2024 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Olana State Historic Site
Over the course of forty years, the artist Frederic Church worked to create, build, and design Olana's 250-acre landscape. With over 5 miles of carriage roads, scenic views, a man-made lake, and native plantings, the site is both a living landscape painting and a vibrant and diverse ecosystem for native pollinators. Join The Olana Partnership, master gardener and environmental educator Nordica Holochuck, and beekeeper Chris Layman from Fox Farm Apiary for a special walk and workshop to learn more about how to create pathways for pollinators in your own garden inspired by the legacy of Church's garden design at Olana. Register at OLANA.org.
Sun 26 May
Birding Walk at Staatsburgh
Sunday, May 26, 2024 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Staatsburgh State Historic Site and the surrounding Mills-Norrie State Park possess a great variety of environments in close proximity, an ideal setting for birding. Experienced birders will enjoy a walk through several interesting environments, inexperienced birders will find encouragement and a helping hand, and newbies will be able to discuss equipment, apps, and techniques. We will also be on the lookout for the many wildflowers that bloom in the park. Volunteer walk leader David Lund has been birding Mills-Norrie State Park daily for the last 35 years. Cost: free. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Sun 26 May
Garden Workshops and Volunteer Opportunities
Sunday, May 26, 2024 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Come and discover the award-winning Jay Estate Gardens this spring! The gardens will be open to the public two days a week. Enjoy docent-led experiences or follow a self-guided tour following our QR code signs. Drop in for a lesson, talks, and workshops led by JHC's Director of Horticulture and Garden Education, Lucia Maestro and special guest speakers. Please visit our website or email Lucia for more information: hortdirector.JHC@gmail.com.
Sun 26 May
Morning Hatha Yoga
Sunday, May 26, 2024 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site
Join us for this new Sunday morning Hatha yoga series at Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site! The beautiful sunlit Gothic Chamber is the perfect place for a morning yoga class. Open to all levels and abilities! All proceeds benefit the Friends of Philipse Manor Hall. Register at www.philipsemanorhall.com/programs-and-events.
Sun 26 May
Secret Messages
Sunday, May 26, 2024 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site
Children of all ages are invited to try their hand at deciphering secret messages like those used by General Washington's spy network.
Sun 26 May
Mansion Tours (closed holidays)
Sunday, May 26, 2024 02:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Travel back in time as you experience the 1838 Jay Mansion! Our docent-led tours share the stories of the many eras of the Jay Mansion and give you a behind-the-scenes look at our extensive restoration process. No reservation necessary. Please visit our website or email Meredith Slater: mslater.jhc@gmail.com.
Sun 26 May
The REAL Gilded Age: America’s Elite in the Downton Abbey Era
Sunday, May 26, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
This tour highlights the real-life characters and themes at Staatsburgh that parallel Downton Abbey and HBO's The Gilded Age. Led by a costumed interpreter, the tour shows how the Mills family and their servants conducted a busy weekend of high society entertaining, comparing Staatsburgh to what viewers saw on TV. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students, Children 12 & under are free.
Registration: Required
Mon 27 May
Weaponry in the Battle of Bennington
Monday, May 27, 2024 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Bennington Battlefield State Historic Site
Join interpreter David Pitlyk on the hilltop for an informal discussion of artillery, shoulder arms and edged weapons. Musketry demonstrations performed upon request. Free, no RSVP necessary.
Mon 27 May
New Windsor Cantonment Memorial Day Ceremony
Monday, May 27, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
New Windsor Cantonment State Historic Site

Staff in 18th century dress perform a funeral ceremony to honor our nation's veterans at the site cemetery. The vigil at the coffin of Colonel Francis Barber begins at 1:30 PM. 
Thu 30 May
Garden Workshops and Volunteer Opportunities
Thursday, May 30, 2024 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Come and discover the award-winning Jay Estate Gardens this spring! The gardens will be open to the public two days a week. Enjoy docent-led experiences or follow a self-guided tour following our QR code signs. Drop in for a lesson, talks, and workshops led by JHC's Director of Horticulture and Garden Education, Lucia Maestro and special guest speakers. Please visit our website or email Lucia for more information: hortdirector.JHC@gmail.com.
Sat 01 Jun
On the Farm Dinner
Saturday, June 1, 2024
John Jay Homestead State Historic Site
Friends of John Jay Homestead invite you to their annual On the Farm Dinner on Saturday, June 1. Guests will enjoy seasonal cocktails and farm fresh hors d'oevres before sitting down to dinner under the stars at one of Bedford's oldest farms. Purdy's Farmer and the Fish will cater the evening; dinner will be served family style with live music. Rain date of June 2nd. Purchase tickets now at http://johnjayhomestead.org/events-calendar/on-the-farm-2024/.
Sat 01 Jun
Farm Market
Saturday, June 1, 2024
John Jay Homestead State Historic Site
Friends of John Jay Homestead host a weekly outdoor, certified market which provides the finest New York-grown, fresh and seasonal fruits and vegetables, seafood, breads, specialty items and more on a historic farm setting. Customers can expect to find certified organic and biodynamic produce, ethically raised, organic meat and eggs, as well as a wide variety of artisan food items with dozens of weekly vendors. While at John Jay Homestead, patrons can also enjoy a walk, sight see, and explore flower, herb, and vegetable gardens or picnic on the historic grounds of John Jay Homestead.The Farm Market is open from 9:30am to 2:00pm for the general public, while members of Friends of John Jay Homestead are offered the Members Only First Pick from 9:00am to 9:30am.
Sat 01 Jun
“Voices and Votes: Democracy in America” presented by the Smithsonian Institution
Saturday, June 1, 2024
Sackets Harbor Battlefield State Historic Site
One of 12 locations in NYS, only state site and only North Country venue. Supported by site's own regional stories exhibit. May 18 to June 29, Union Hotel building 6-week programs include: Humanities NY "Reading & Discussion" series and Community Conversation;" National Trails Day Story Walk with Hay Memorial Library; Haudenosaunee Traditional Arts workshops on I Love NY "Path Through History Day;" partnering with "Our Story Bridge" gathering oral stories; Presentation by Prof. Mel Schrems of St. Lawrence U. "Poetry at the Hotel" and "Building Stories" with Hay Memorial Library; Concert by 10th Mountain Division musicians.
Sat 01 Jun
Bridges to Parks – Hudson River Skywalk 5th Anniversary
Saturday, June 1, 2024 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Olana State Historic Site
Join the New York State Bridge Authority, Thomas Cole National Historic Site, Olana State Historic Site and The Olana Partnership for Bridges to Parks, a day of celebrating the 5th Anniversary of the Hudson River Skywalk. To learn more visit, hudsonriverskywalk.org.
Sat 01 Jun
Living History- Blacksmithing
Saturday, June 1, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
John Jay Homestead State Historic Site
Take a step back through time and become a blacksmith with historical reenactor Tom Hunt! We are thrilled to welcome back Tom, who specializes in early American craftsmanship. Past presentations have included blacksmithing, broom making , natural medicines, and food preservation. Using authentic eighteenth-century tools, Tom will be onsite to demonstrate how our ancestors lived prior to having modern technology. Feel free to bring your questions. This event is family friendly.
Sat 01 Jun
National Trails Day
Saturday, June 1, 2024 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Sackets Harbor Battlefield State Historic Site
Annual Story Walk with partner Hay Memorial Library Book: Time does his own thing by Bianca Antonissen. Free books and "take n' makes" while they last. Craft activity, sign up for your own library card
Sat 01 Jun
Staatsburg Village Walking Tour
Saturday, June 1, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
This 90-minute walk in the village of Staatsburg will explore its close relationship with the Mills family and their estate. A guide will discuss historic buildings and highlight hidden locations in the villagethat demonstrate Staatsburg's vibrant past and the lasting legacy of Ruth and Ogden Mills beyond the estate walls. Cost: free. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Sat 01 Jun
Wood Joinery in Early America
Saturday, June 1, 2024 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Fort Montgomery State Historic Site
Master woodworker Erik Paul will present the craft of wood joinery. In an era when nails were expensive, joining wood without iron fasteners became an art. Paul will demonstrate how different types of joints, moldings, and flooring were made in early America. Learn about the electricity-free, tools and techniques joiners used to construct the structures of Fort Montgomery.
Sat 01 Jun
A Closer Look: A Curator-Guided Exploration of the Hidden & Hard-to-See
Saturday, June 1, 2024 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
In this special 90-minute tour, Staatsburgh's curator, Maria Reynolds, will focus on a selection of objects that are not easily seen on tour, or which tell a special story. This version of the tour will focus on all things France including the French objects, furniture, and architecture of the house.Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS. Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students, Children 12 & under are free
Registration: Required
Sat 01 Jun
1st Saturday Lighthouse Visiting Hours
Saturday, June 1, 2024 11:30 AM - 02:30 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the first Saturday of the month from May to October, the first floor of the Lighthouse will be open and staffed with a costumed interpreter to talk about its history. A lighthouse 4th Order Fresnel lens is available to view in the museum's Lighthouse Gallery along with a fog bell and other artifacts. Please note: no access to the upper level is permitted.
Sat 01 Jun
Historical Games
Saturday, June 1, 2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site
How did people entertain themselves in the past? Join us indoors (outdoors, weather-permitting) at Philipse Manor Hall to try your hand at all kinds of historical games. Learn the history behind these games and then learn how to play Quoits, Nine Men's Morris, Shut the Box, Mancala, Graces, Ninepins, Captain's Mistress, and more! For children and adults. Free! No registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free.
Sat 01 Jun
Crailo Centennial
Saturday, June 1, 2024 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Crailo State Historic Site
Join us to celebrate 100 years since Crailo State Historic Site was gifted to New York State by Susan de Lancey van Rensselaer Strong, a Van Rensselaer descendant. The ceremony will begin at 1:00 PM and begin with a parade along Riverside Avenue featuring the Yankee Doodle Band. A reception and refreshments to follow in the back garden. The museum shop will be available for shopping and the house will be open for self-guided tours. The evening's event is free and open to the public. Donations will be gratefully accepted to further continue the preservation of this special structure. For more information visit https://parks.ny.gov/historic-sites/crailo/details.aspx or call 518-463-8738.
Sat 01 Jun
The Chancellor’s Dinner
Saturday, June 1, 2024 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Clermont State Historic Site
The Friends of Clermont are excited to announce our upcoming Chancellor's Dinner on June 1. This much-anticipated event brings people together from all over the Hudson Valley for a celebratory evening. Enjoy an elegant evening dining on a scrumptious meal with friends old and new.Intimate dinners will be hosted at several historic Hudson Valley homes and venues, all within 30 minutes of Clermont State Historic Site.Please note: Tickets are $110 for members and $125 for non-members. Get your tickets before they sell out at: friendsofclermont.org/event-details/chancellor.
Sun 02 Jun
Garden Tours and Volunteer Opportunities
Sunday, June 2, 2024 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Come and discover the award-winning Jay Estate Gardens this spring! The gardens will be open to the public two days a week. Enjoy docent-led experiences or follow a self-guided tour following our QR code signs. Drop in for a lesson, talks, and workshops led by JHC's Director of Horticulture and Garden Education, Lucia Maestro and special guest speakers. Please visit our website or email Lucia for more information: hortdirector.JHC@gmail.com.
Sun 02 Jun
Guided Hike: History Hidden in the Woods
Sunday, June 2, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Have you ever wondered what some of the ruins within Mills-Norrie State Park might be? The beautiful park land was once the setting for grand Hudson Riverfront estates. This 90-minute guided hike will lead visitors through the park, exploring the history of three historic estates: from Staatsburgh's founding as a gentleman's farm in the 1700s to the development of The Point and Stonehurst estates in the 19th century. The hike is approximately 1.5 miles of uneven terrain, requiring study footwear. Cost: free. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Sun 02 Jun
Morning Hatha Yoga
Sunday, June 2, 2024 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site
Join us for this new Sunday morning Hatha yoga series at Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site! The beautiful sunlit Gothic Chamber is the perfect place for a morning yoga class. Open to all levels and abilities! All proceeds benefit the Friends of Philipse Manor Hall. Register at www.philipsemanorhall.com/programs-and-events.
Sun 02 Jun
Mansion Tours
Sunday, June 2, 2024 02:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Travel back in time as you experience the 1838 Jay Mansion! Our docent-led tours share the stories of the many eras of the Jay Mansion and give you a behind-the-scenes look at our extensive restoration process. No reservation necessary. Please visit our website or email Meredith Slater: mslater.jhc@gmail.com.
Sun 02 Jun
Summer Loving Crops Workshop
Sunday, June 2, 2024 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Open to all audiences. Children-friendly activities. The second (or third) spring crop is harvested around this time of the year and reminds us that it is time to transition into summer crops. Tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, and cucurbits should go in. Learn ways to plan your garden crops yearly, make the most of your garden space and take some useful tips home with this hands-on practice workshop. Please email hortdirector.JHC@gmail.com for more information. In the event of rain this workshop may be cancelled or rescheduled.
Thu 06 Jun
Garden Tours and Volunteer Opportunities
Thursday, June 6, 2024 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Come and discover the award-winning Jay Estate Gardens this spring! The gardens will be open to the public two days a week. Enjoy docent-led experiences or follow a self-guided tour following our QR code signs. Drop in for a lesson, talks, and workshops led by JHC's Director of Horticulture and Garden Education, Lucia Maestro and special guest speakers. Please visit our website or email Lucia for more information: hortdirector.JHC@gmail.com.
Thu 06 Jun
Putman Porch Music
Thursday, June 6, 2024 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site
Join us for another great year of Putman Porch Music at Yankee Hill Lock! We welcome musicians and listeners to Yankee Hill Lock for this canawler experience!  An Americana Folk and Roots Music style jam session on the porch of the old Putman Canal Store happens each Thursday in June. Come play some fiddle, guitar, banjo, sing, or whatever instrument you may bring, to this lively time along the historic Erie Canal! Meet at Yankee Hill Lock, Queen Anne Rd.
Fri 07 Jun
Historian & A Movie: Captain Kidd (1945)
Friday, June 7, 2024 07:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site
In "Captain Kidd" (1945, 90 minutes) notorious pirate William Kidd goes on one last raid before rebranding himself as respectable at the turn of the 18th century. Sleepy Hollow Historian Henry Steiner and Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site manager Michael Lord bring to life the history of the real pirates of the 17th century and the real history behind Captain Kidd, Frederick Philipse and colonial New York. To register, email philipsemanorhall@parks.ny.gov or call 914-965-4027.
Registration: Required
Sat 08 Jun
Farm Market
Saturday, June 8, 2024
John Jay Homestead State Historic Site
Friends of John Jay Homestead host a weekly outdoor, certified market which provides the finest New York-grown, fresh and seasonal fruits and vegetables, seafood, breads, specialty items and more on a historic farm setting. Customers can expect to find certified organic and biodynamic produce, ethically raised, organic meat and eggs, as well as a wide variety of artisan food items with dozens of weekly vendors. While at John Jay Homestead, patrons can also enjoy a walk, sight see, and explore flower, herb, and vegetable gardens or picnic on the historic grounds of John Jay Homestead.The Farm Market is open from 9:30am to 2:00pm for the general public, while members of Friends of John Jay Homestead are offered the Members Only First Pick from 9:00am to 9:30am.
Sat 08 Jun
“Voices and Votes: Democracy in America” presented by the Smithsonian Institution
Saturday, June 8, 2024
Sackets Harbor Battlefield State Historic Site
One of 12 locations in NYS, only state site and only North Country venue. Supported by site's own regional stories exhibit. May 18 to June 29, Union Hotel building 6-week programs include: Humanities NY "Reading & Discussion" series and Community Conversation;" National Trails Day Story Walk with Hay Memorial Library; Haudenosaunee Traditional Arts workshops on I Love NY "Path Through History Day;" partnering with "Our Story Bridge" gathering oral stories; Presentation by Prof. Mel Schrems of St. Lawrence U. "Poetry at the Hotel" and "Building Stories" with Hay Memorial Library; Concert by 10th Mountain Division musicians.
Sat 08 Jun
Get Outdoors and Get Together Day
Saturday, June 8, 2024
Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site
People of all abilities, ages, identities, and backgrounds are invited to join Parks for fun, healthful activities as part of the Governor's initiative to broaden the diversity of users and ensure inclusivity of access to state public lands. Vehicle entrance fees will be waived at the participating parks for the duration of the event. For more information click here.
Sat 08 Jun
Native Protection and Invasive Species Workshop
Saturday, June 8, 2024 09:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Open to young adults and adults. In the spirit of New York Invasive Species Awareness Week (NYISAW), which is June 3-9th, and in collaboration with the Lower Hudson Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (LH PRISM) and their ISF crew, Ryan McClean will be leading this hands-on practice workshop designed to understand the importance of native species protection, through invasive species education and control. Bring long pants, sunscreen and bug spray, water and snacks. Work gloves will be provided. Please be aware that poison ivy, ticks and other insects may be present in the area as we will be working off-path. Please email hortdirector.JHC@gmail.com for more information. In the event of rain this workshop may be cancelled or rescheduled.
Sat 08 Jun
Guided Landscape Walk of Staatsburgh’s Grounds: What You See and What You Don’t See
Saturday, June 8, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
A guided walk through the estate's grounds that explores how the landscape was designed to reflect the luxurious lifestyle of Staatsburgh's owners, while deliberately hiding the turn-of-the-century technology and labor that made the estate run. Cost: free. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Sat 08 Jun
A Closer Look: A Curator-Guided Exploration of the Hidden & Hard-to-See
Saturday, June 8, 2024 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
In this special 90-minute tour, Staatsburgh's curator, Maria Reynolds, will focus on a selection of objects that are not easily seen on tour, or which tell a special story. This version of the tour will focus on all things France including the French objects, furniture, and architecture of the house.Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS. Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students, Children 12 & under are free
Registration: Required
Sat 08 Jun
Welcome Summer Story Hour!
Saturday, June 8, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Clermont State Historic Site
As the days get longer and the weather gets warmer, we can't help but be excited for the season! Join us for a seasonal story hour celebrating all things summer! Please note: This is a children's program; all children must be accompanied by an adult and all adults must be accompanied by a child. Please note: This is a free program, but registration in necessary as space is limited. Visitors must register in advance at bookeo.com/Clermont.
Registration: Required
Sat 08 Jun
The Friends of Mills at Staatsburgh spring party/fundraiser: Gilded Summer Soirée
Saturday, June 8, 2024 05:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Join The Friends outside on the mansion's portico and terrace, and inside the dining room, for cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, a live swing jazz trio, and stunning views. Online silent auction will go live May 23; proceeds support our kitchen restoration project. Reservations required: https://millsfriends.org/event/gilded-summer-soiree/, Cost: General ticket $130; Member ticket $125
Sun 09 Jun
Garden Tours and Volunteer Opportunities
Sunday, June 9, 2024 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Come and discover the award-winning Jay Estate Gardens this spring! The gardens will be open to the public two days a week. Enjoy docent-led experiences or follow a self-guided tour following our QR code signs. Drop in for a lesson, talks, and workshops led by JHC's Director of Horticulture and Garden Education, Lucia Maestro and special guest speakers. Please visit our website or email Lucia for more information: hortdirector.JHC@gmail.com.
Sun 09 Jun
Guided Hike: History Hidden in the Woods
Sunday, June 9, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Have you ever wondered what some of the ruins within Mills-Norrie State Park might be? The beautiful park land was once the setting for grand Hudson Riverfront estates. This 90-minute guided hike will lead visitors through the park, exploring the history of three historic estates: from Staatsburgh's founding as a gentleman's farm in the 1700s to the development of The Point and Stonehurst estates in the 19th century. The hike is approximately 1.5 miles of uneven terrain, requiring study footwear. Cost: free. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Sun 09 Jun
Morning Hatha Yoga
Sunday, June 9, 2024 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site
Join us for this new Sunday morning Hatha yoga series at Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site! The beautiful sunlit Gothic Chamber is the perfect place for a morning yoga class. Open to all levels and abilities! All proceeds benefit the Friends of Philipse Manor Hall. Register at www.philipsemanorhall.com/programs-and-events.
Sun 09 Jun
Mansion Tours
Sunday, June 9, 2024 02:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Travel back in time as you experience the 1838 Jay Mansion! Our docent-led tours share the stories of the many eras of the Jay Mansion and give you a behind-the-scenes look at our extensive restoration process. No reservation necessary. Please visit our website or email Meredith Slater: mslater.jhc@gmail.com.
Sun 09 Jun
The REAL Gilded Age: America’s Elite in the Downton Abbey Era
Sunday, June 9, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
This tour highlights the real-life characters and themes at Staatsburgh that parallel Downton Abbey and HBO's The Gilded Age. Led by a costumed interpreter, the tour shows how the Mills family and their servants conducteda busy weekend of high society entertaining, comparing Staatsburgh to what viewers saw on TV. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS. Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students, Children 12 & under are free.
Registration: Required
Wed 12 Jun
Lecture: Spilling the Tea: A History of Tea Drinking in New York State
Wednesday, June 12, 2024 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site
How did a beverage developed in Asia make its way to the shores of the Hudson River? Why do Americans sweeten their tea? How did tea drinking affect culture and commerce? Learn about the history of tea in colonial New York, from its introduction in Dutch New Netherland to the Tea Act boycotts of the American Revolution and beyond. Sarah Wassberg Johnson, program and event manager at Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site in Yonkers, NY, will lead us on a journey through the global and local history of tea and sugar, all the accoutrements necessary to consume it, and New York's unique role in American tea culture. Register at www.philipsemanorhall.com/programs-and-events.
Registration: Required
Thu 13 Jun
Garden Tours and Volunteer Opportunities
Thursday, June 13, 2024 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Come and discover the award-winning Jay Estate Gardens this spring! The gardens will be open to the public two days a week. Enjoy docent-led experiences or follow a self-guided tour following our QR code signs. Drop in for a lesson, talks, and workshops led by JHC's Director of Horticulture and Garden Education, Lucia Maestro and special guest speakers. Please visit our website or email Lucia for more information: hortdirector.JHC@gmail.com.
Thu 13 Jun
Friends of Lorenzo Garden Gala
Thursday, June 13, 2024 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
Join the Friends of Lorenzo in celebrating 41 years of support for the restoration and ongoing maintenance of the 1914 Ellen Shipman-designed-garden at Lorenzo. Recognized as one of Central New York's premier examples of a country estate garden, it continues to draw interest and visitors from across the nation. There will be cocktails, appetizers, raffles, Mansion tours, and more! The Gala will move indoors in the event of inclement weather. To purchase tickets or become a member visit https://www.friendsoflorenzo.org/
Thu 13 Jun
Putman Porch Music
Thursday, June 13, 2024 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site
Join us for another great year of Putman Porch Music at Yankee Hill Lock! We welcome musicians and listeners to Yankee Hill Lock for this canawler experience!  An Americana Folk and Roots Music style jam session on the porch of the old Putman Canal Store happens each Thursday in June. Come play some fiddle, guitar, banjo, sing, or whatever instrument you may bring, to this lively time along the historic Erie Canal! Meet at Yankee Hill Lock, Queen Anne Rd.
Sat 15 Jun
Farm Market
Saturday, June 15, 2024
John Jay Homestead State Historic Site
Friends of John Jay Homestead host a weekly outdoor, certified market which provides the finest New York-grown, fresh and seasonal fruits and vegetables, seafood, breads, specialty items and more on a historic farm setting. Customers can expect to find certified organic and biodynamic produce, ethically raised, organic meat and eggs, as well as a wide variety of artisan food items with dozens of weekly vendors. While at John Jay Homestead, patrons can also enjoy a walk, sight see, and explore flower, herb, and vegetable gardens or picnic on the historic grounds of John Jay Homestead.The Farm Market is open from 9:30am to 2:00pm for the general public, while members of Friends of John Jay Homestead are offered the Members Only First Pick from 9:00am to 9:30am.
Sat 15 Jun
“Voices and Votes: Democracy in America” presented by the Smithsonian Institution
Saturday, June 15, 2024
Sackets Harbor Battlefield State Historic Site
One of 12 locations in NYS, only state site and only North Country venue. Supported by site's own regional stories exhibit. May 18 to June 29, Union Hotel building 6-week programs include: Humanities NY "Reading & Discussion" series and Community Conversation;" National Trails Day Story Walk with Hay Memorial Library; Haudenosaunee Traditional Arts workshops on I Love NY "Path Through History Day;" partnering with "Our Story Bridge" gathering oral stories; Presentation by Prof. Mel Schrems of St. Lawrence U. "Poetry at the Hotel" and "Building Stories" with Hay Memorial Library; Concert by 10th Mountain Division musicians.
Sat 15 Jun
History & Hearsay Tour – Path Through History Weekend
Saturday, June 15, 2024 10:00 AM
Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site
Come visit for one of these tours at Schoharie Crossing during New York States Path Through History Weekend. We will offer a short tour at 10am and another at 1pm that explores some of the strange history from along the canal near the Visitor Center & Museum. These are free tours thanks to the generous support of the Friends of Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site. Meet at Visitor Center, Schoharie Street.
Sat 15 Jun
Guided Landscape Walk of Staatsburgh’s Grounds: What You See and What You Don’t See
Saturday, June 15, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
A guided walk through the estate's grounds that explores how the landscape was designed to reflect the luxurious lifestyle of Staatsburgh's owners, while deliberately hiding the turn-of-the-century technology and labor that made the estate run. Cost: free. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Sat 15 Jun
Crafty Kids: Summer Vacation!
Saturday, June 15, 2024 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Clermont State Historic Site
Come celebrate the beginning of Summer Vacation with Crafty Kids! Use our wide variety of paints, markers, papers, and supplies to make a cool summer craft, a festive solstice sun, or a beloved Father's Day gift. It's up to you! Light instruction is offered, creativity is encouraged! Snacks provided. Please note: The cost of the event is $5 per person, please be prepared to pay at the door. Space is limited. Visitors must register in advance at bookeo.com/Clermont.
Sat 15 Jun
Colonial Crossroads – A Concert!
Saturday, June 15, 2024 11:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Fort Montgomery State Historic Site
Discover the vibrant intersection of African and European music in Colonial New York! This interactive musical performance will feature instruments of African origin played in Early America. This fun and family-friendly musical presentation will also illustrate the storytelling prowess of the griot, a key figure in African culture who masterfully recounted village tales accompanied by musical instruments.
Sat 15 Jun
Fourth Annual Cazenovia Pride Fest & Parade
Saturday, June 15, 2024 11:30 AM - 04:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
The parade steps off from behind the Cazenovia Public Library at 11:30AM, walking down Albany Street to Lorenzo State Historic Site. Once there, we will celebrate each person's uniqueness and come together to Love Out Loud! Food trucks, vendors, entertainment and fun for everyone!
*Event admission is free*
Sat 15 Jun
Historical Games
Saturday, June 15, 2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site
How did people entertain themselves in the past? Join us indoors (outdoors, weather-permitting) at Philipse Manor Hall to try your hand at all kinds of historical games. Learn the history behind these games and then learn how to play Quoits, Nine Men's Morris, Shut the Box, Mancala, Graces, Ninepins, Captain's Mistress, and more! For children and adults. Free! No registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free.
Sat 15 Jun
Painting from a Photo Memory with Angela Gaffney-Smith
Saturday, June 15, 2024 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Olana State Historic Site
Participants will sketch from a photo or their recollections using watercolor to capture the feeling and color of memories. This three-hour workshop will include a demonstration and discussion. This program is offered in collaboration with Woodstock School of Art on occasion of the exhibition Afterglow: Frederic Church and the Landscape of Memory. To learn more, visit Olana.org/afterglow. $74 per student; register at Woodstock School of Art.
Sat 15 Jun
History & Hearsay Tour – Path Through History Weekend
Saturday, June 15, 2024 01:00 PM
Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site
Come visit for one of these tours at Schoharie Crossing during New York States Path Through History Weekend. We will offer a short tour at 10am and another at 1pm that explores some of the strange history from along the canal near the Visitor Center & Museum. These are free tours thanks to the generous support of the Friends of Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site. Meet at Visitor Center, Schoharie Street.
Sat 15 Jun
Defying Expectations: How Local Black Women of the Gilded Age Reshaped Black Education & Literacy into the 20th Century
Saturday, June 15, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
On the weekend preceding Juneteenth, Bill Jeffway, Executive Director of the Dutchess County Historical Society, will discuss two local Black women, Susan Elizabeth Frazier and Sadie Peterson Delaney, and explore the role that Black women played in uplifting the Black community of the Hudson Valley during the Gilded Age. Both women succeeded in a way that defied societal expectations. By doing so, they changed the playing field in irreversible ways on a national level. Light refreshments will be served following the presentation. Cost: $5 per person. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Sat 15 Jun
Richard Butler – A Life of Military Service
Saturday, June 15, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
This illustrated lecture by Site Interpreter Connor Price 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. Find out more about one of the men who bravely fought here. Seating is limited, please call 845-786-2521 for a reservation.
Registration: Required
Sat 15 Jun
3rd Saturday Guided Battlefield Walk
Saturday, June 15, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
2:00 p.m. on the third Saturday of the month from May to October (3:30 p.m. on Sep 21st), a costumed interpreter will lead a guided walk around the Battlefield explaining the plan and execution of the American assault on the British garrison, highlighting the design and defense strategy of the fort and the bold idea for the attack.
Sun 16 Jun
Schoharie Creek Aqueduct Tour – Path Through History Weekend
Sunday, June 16, 2024 10:00 AM
Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site
Come visit for one of these tours at Schoharie Crossing during New York States Path Through History Weekend. We will offer a short tour at 10am and another at 1pm that explores the history of the Schoharie Creek Aqueduct. This tour will allow patrons to access the towpath of the remnants of this historic canal feature. These are free tours thanks to the generous support of the Friends of Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site. Meet at Aqueduct Boat Launch, Hartley Lane.
Sun 16 Jun
Guided Hike: History Hidden in the Woods
Sunday, June 16, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Have you ever wondered what some of the ruins within Mills-Norrie State Park might be? The beautiful park land was once the setting for grand Hudson Riverfront estates. This 90-minute guided hike will lead visitors through the park, exploring the history of three historic estates: from Staatsburgh's founding as a gentleman's farm in the 1700s to the development of The Point and Stonehurst estates in the 19th century. The hike is approximately 1.5 miles of uneven terrain, requiring study footwear. Cost: free. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Sun 16 Jun
Morning Hatha Yoga
Sunday, June 16, 2024 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site
Join us for this new Sunday morning Hatha yoga series at Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site! The beautiful sunlit Gothic Chamber is the perfect place for a morning yoga class. Open to all levels and abilities! All proceeds benefit the Friends of Philipse Manor Hall. Register at www.philipsemanorhall.com/programs-and-events.
Sun 16 Jun
Schoharie Creek Aqueduct Tour – Path Through History Weekend
Sunday, June 16, 2024 01:00 PM
Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site
Come visit for one of these tours at Schoharie Crossing during New York States Path Through History Weekend. We will offer a short tour at 10am and another at 1pm that explores the history of the Schoharie Creek Aqueduct. This tour will allow patrons to access the towpath of the remnants of this historic canal feature. These are free tours thanks to the generous support of the Friends of Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site. Meet at Aqueduct Boat Launch, Hartley Lane.
Thu 20 Jun
Garden Tours and Volunteer Opportunities
Thursday, June 20, 2024 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Come and discover the award-winning Jay Estate Gardens this spring! The gardens will be open to the public two days a week. Enjoy docent-led experiences or follow a self-guided tour following our QR code signs. Drop in for a lesson, talks, and workshops led by JHC's Director of Horticulture and Garden Education, Lucia Maestro and special guest speakers. Please visit our website or email Lucia for more information: hortdirector.JHC@gmail.com.
Thu 20 Jun
FREE Third Thursday at Olana
Thursday, June 20, 2024 12:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Olana State Historic Site
Enjoy FREE house and landscape tours at Olana State Historic Site. Learn more about Frederic Church's artwork, explore his family home, and take in spectacular views! Tickets are FREE but must be reserved day-of. Last house entry is at 3pm; programs are until 5pm. First come first served, space is limited. Want to make a day of it? Join a FREE program happening in the Wagon House Education Center. Learn more below.
Thu 20 Jun
Tunes with a View - Trio Candela
Thursday, June 20, 2024 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Olana State Historic Site
Celebrate the beginning of summer with live music outdoors at Olana. Listen to Trio Candela perform lively traditional, folkloric Latin music from the Caribbean, Mexico, and Central America.
Thu 20 Jun
Putman Porch Music
Thursday, June 20, 2024 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site
Join us for another great year of Putman Porch Music at Yankee Hill Lock! We welcome musicians and listeners to Yankee Hill Lock for this canawler experience!  An Americana Folk and Roots Music style jam session on the porch of the old Putman Canal Store happens each Thursday in June. Come play some fiddle, guitar, banjo, sing, or whatever instrument you may bring, to this lively time along the historic Erie Canal! Meet at Yankee Hill Lock, Queen Anne Rd.
Fri 21 Jun
Historian & A Movie: Master & Commander
Friday, June 21, 2024 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site
"Master & Commander: The Far Side of the World" (2003, 138 mins) follows a British naval Captain Jack Aubrey and his crew as they experience both boredom and intense battle as they play a game of cat and mouse with a French ship during the Napoleonic Wars. With historian commentary by Chad Johnson of New Windsor Cantonment State Historic Site and archivist and reenactor Matthew Thorenz, who will reveal the historical accuracies and inaccuracies of the film and how true it is to the novel of the same name by Patrick O'Brian. To register, email philipsemanorhall@parks.ny.gov or call 914- 965-4027.
Sat 22 Jun
Farm Market
Saturday, June 22, 2024
John Jay Homestead State Historic Site
Friends of John Jay Homestead host a weekly outdoor, certified market which provides the finest New York-grown, fresh and seasonal fruits and vegetables, seafood, breads, specialty items and more on a historic farm setting. Customers can expect to find certified organic and biodynamic produce, ethically raised, organic meat and eggs, as well as a wide variety of artisan food items with dozens of weekly vendors. While at John Jay Homestead, patrons can also enjoy a walk, sight see, and explore flower, herb, and vegetable gardens or picnic on the historic grounds of John Jay Homestead.The Farm Market is open from 9:30am to 2:00pm for the general public, while members of Friends of John Jay Homestead are offered the Members Only First Pick from 9:00am to 9:30am.
Sat 22 Jun
“Voices and Votes: Democracy in America” presented by the Smithsonian Institution
Saturday, June 22, 2024
Sackets Harbor Battlefield State Historic Site
One of 12 locations in NYS, only state site and only North Country venue. Supported by site's own regional stories exhibit. May 18 to June 29, Union Hotel building 6-week programs include: Humanities NY "Reading & Discussion" series and Community Conversation;" National Trails Day Story Walk with Hay Memorial Library; Haudenosaunee Traditional Arts workshops on I Love NY "Path Through History Day;" partnering with "Our Story Bridge" gathering oral stories; Presentation by Prof. Mel Schrems of St. Lawrence U. "Poetry at the Hotel" and "Building Stories" with Hay Memorial Library; Concert by 10th Mountain Division musicians.
Sat 22 Jun
Staatsburg Village Walking Tour
Saturday, June 22, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
This 90-minute walk in the village of Staatsburg will explore its close relationship with the Mills family and their estate. A guide will discuss historic buildings and highlight hidden locations in the villagethat demonstrate Staatsburg's vibrant past and the lasting legacy of Ruth and Ogden Mills beyond the estate walls. Cost: free. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Sat 22 Jun
Colonial Flax Processing and Dyeing
Saturday, June 22, 2024 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Fort Montgomery State Historic Site
Using antique tools, discover how flax was processed into linen thread in the Colonial era. Try your hand at the flax break, scutching knife, heckles, and spinning wheel! This program is Free, Family Friendly and has a hands-on component!
Sat 22 Jun
Juneteenth Celebration and Barbecue
Saturday, June 22, 2024 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
John Brown Farm State Historic Site
Barbecue by Papa Duke's Famous North Country BBQ, free admission to grounds, barbecue $8 per person, fun for families.
Sat 22 Jun
Create and Cook: Family Cooking & Art Workshop
Saturday, June 22, 2024 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Olana State Historic Site
Explore your creativity in the kitchen and art studio during this program led by The Sylvia Center Chefs and The Olana Partnership educators! In this class, we will make a delicious pasta salad inspired by scrumptious seasonal vegetables, explore Olana State Historic Site's historic kitchen garden, and draw new life and shapes in the meadow. This program is FREE (suggested donation $12) and advance registration is required. Registration includes all art-making supplies, a free lunch for each participant, and a voucher to participate in future cooking classes hosted by The Sylvia Center. Children 18 and under must be accompanied by an adult. This is the first in a series of three classes – register for one or all three! For more information, please contact education@olana.org or call (518) 751-6938.
Sat 22 Jun
Artmaking in the Afternoon
Saturday, June 22, 2024 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Olana State Historic Site
Inspired by your time at Olana? Join The Olana Partnership educators for hands-on artmaking using professional materials and a series of prompts to get your creativity flowing. Drop-in program; FREE. All materials provided. Located in the Wagon House Education Center.
Sat 22 Jun
Black Staatsburg: The Gilded Age Black Community of Staatsburg
Saturday, June 22, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
What did the "Gilded Age" mean to the free, Black community of the Staatsburg village, beyond the walls of the Mills estate? Join Staatsburgh State Historic Site staff for a one-hour presentation exploring that question through census records, historic maps, and the larger context of race relations during the Gilded Age. Often pushed to the outskirts of society by White Americans, Black men and women were nonetheless able to foster a strong community in the face of constant adversity. Long marginalized in the historical narrative, the free Black community of the Staatsburg village reveals the triumphs and struggles of generations of African Americans in the Hudson Valley. Cost: free. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Sat 22 Jun
The World of Rebecca Franks
Saturday, June 22, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
Site Interpreter Joanne Stein-Kohler has studied the Jewish experience in America in the years leading up to and after the American Revolution, through the lens of Rebecca Franks, the "Jewish Belle" of Philadelphia who married a British officer captured at Stony Point. Seating is limited, please call 845-786-2521 for a reservation.
Sun 23 Jun
Garden Tours and Volunteer Opportunities
Sunday, June 23, 2024 until Sunday, June 30, 2024 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Come and discover the award-winning Jay Estate Gardens this spring! The gardens will be open to the public two days a week. Enjoy docent-led experiences or follow a self-guided tour following our QR code signs. Drop in for a lesson, talks, and workshops led by JHC's Director of Horticulture and Garden Education, Lucia Maestro and special guest speakers. Please visit our website or email Lucia for more information: hortdirector.JHC@gmail.com.
Sun 23 Jun
Morning Hatha Yoga
Sunday, June 23, 2024 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site
Join us for this new Sunday morning Hatha yoga series at Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site! The beautiful sunlit Gothic Chamber is the perfect place for a morning yoga class. Open to all levels and abilities! All proceeds benefit the Friends of Philipse Manor Hall. Register at www.philipsemanorhall.com/programs-and-events.
Sun 23 Jun
Mansion Tours
Sunday, June 23, 2024 until Sunday, June 30, 2024 02:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Travel back in time as you experience the 1838 Jay Mansion! Our docent-led tours share the stories of the many eras of the Jay Mansion and give you a behind-the-scenes look at our extensive restoration process. No reservation necessary. Please visit our website or email Meredith Slater: mslater.jhc@gmail.com.
Sun 23 Jun
Black Staatsburg: The Gilded Age Black Community of Staatsburg
Sunday, June 23, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
What did the "Gilded Age" mean to the free, Black community of the Staatsburg village, beyond the walls of the Mills estate? Join Staatsburgh State Historic Site staff for a one-hour presentation exploring that question through census records, historic maps, and the larger context of race relations during the Gilded Age. Often pushed to the outskirts of society by White Americans, Black men and women were nonetheless able to foster a strong community in the face of constant adversity. Long marginalized in the historical narrative, the free Black community of the Staatsburg village reveals the triumphs and struggles of generations of African Americans in the Hudson Valley. Cost: free. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Thu 27 Jun
Garden Tours and Volunteer Opportunities
Thursday, June 27, 2024 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Come and discover the award-winning Jay Estate Gardens this spring! The gardens will be open to the public two days a week. Enjoy docent-led experiences or follow a self-guided tour following our QR code signs. Drop in for a lesson, talks, and workshops led by JHC's Director of Horticulture and Garden Education, Lucia Maestro and special guest speakers. Please visit our website or email Lucia for more information: hortdirector.JHC@gmail.com.
Thu 27 Jun
Harmonies on the Hudson Presents: Souls United of the Hudson Valley
Thursday, June 27, 2024 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Clermont State Historic Site
A multi-faith, multi-cultural Gospel Choir unified in the belief that we are all members of one human family. Join us for an evening of uplifting music set against the backdrop of the Hudson River and Catskill Mountains. Please note: Harmonies on the Hudson concert series is presented free of charge by the Friends of Clermont. All Harmonies on the Hudson concerts are weather permitting. Check out the whole season's concert calendar at friendsofclermont.org/events.
Thu 27 Jun
Putman Porch Music
Thursday, June 27, 2024 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site
Join us for another great year of Putman Porch Music at Yankee Hill Lock! We welcome musicians and listeners to Yankee Hill Lock for this canawler experience!  An Americana Folk and Roots Music style jam session on the porch of the old Putman Canal Store happens each Thursday in June. Come play some fiddle, guitar, banjo, sing, or whatever instrument you may bring, to this lively time along the historic Erie Canal! Meet at Yankee Hill Lock, Queen Anne Rd.
Fri 28 Jun
The Smokey Bear Reading Challenge Kick-Off
Friday, June 28, 2024 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
John Brown Farm State Historic Site
Come meet Smokey Bear, Live and In Person! A number of organizations will be present to help kids achieve their badges, which are part of the summer's challenge.
Sat 29 Jun
Farm Market
Saturday, June 29, 2024
John Jay Homestead State Historic Site
Friends of John Jay Homestead host a weekly outdoor, certified market which provides the finest New York-grown, fresh and seasonal fruits and vegetables, seafood, breads, specialty items and more on a historic farm setting. Customers can expect to find certified organic and biodynamic produce, ethically raised, organic meat and eggs, as well as a wide variety of artisan food items with dozens of weekly vendors. While at John Jay Homestead, patrons can also enjoy a walk, sight see, and explore flower, herb, and vegetable gardens or picnic on the historic grounds of John Jay Homestead.The Farm Market is open from 9:30am to 2:00pm for the general public, while members of Friends of John Jay Homestead are offered the Members Only First Pick from 9:00am to 9:30am.
Sat 29 Jun
“Voices and Votes: Democracy in America” presented by the Smithsonian Institution
Saturday, June 29, 2024
Sackets Harbor Battlefield State Historic Site
One of 12 locations in NYS, only state site and only North Country venue. Supported by site's own regional stories exhibit. May 18 to June 29, Union Hotel building 6-week programs include: Humanities NY "Reading & Discussion" series and Community Conversation;" National Trails Day Story Walk with Hay Memorial Library; Haudenosaunee Traditional Arts workshops on I Love NY "Path Through History Day;" partnering with "Our Story Bridge" gathering oral stories; Presentation by Prof. Mel Schrems of St. Lawrence U. "Poetry at the Hotel" and "Building Stories" with Hay Memorial Library; Concert by 10th Mountain Division musicians.
Sat 29 Jun
Guided Landscape Walk of Staatsburgh’s Grounds: What You See and What You Don’t See
Saturday, June 29, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
A guided walk through the estate's grounds that explores how the landscape was designed to reflect the luxurious lifestyle of Staatsburgh's owners, while deliberately hiding the turn-of-the-century technology and labor that made the estate run. Cost: free. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Sat 29 Jun
Yonkers Waterfront Walking Tour
Saturday, June 29, 2024 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site
Why was Philipse Manor Hall built where it was? Why did the Munsee have a village in downtown Yonkers for thousands of years? How did the Yonkers waterfront change over time? Learn the answers to these questions and more as you explore the daylighted Saw Mill River and Yonkers' Hudson River waterfront. $6 for adults, $3 for seniors and students. Tickets include museum admission. To register, email philipsemanorhall@parks.ny.gov or call 914-965-4027.
Sat 29 Jun
Let Freedom Ring
Saturday, June 29, 2024 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Senate House State Historic Site

Participate in commemorating American Independence at Senate House! There will be famous American music, and an Independence Ceremony featuring readings of important speeches on American Independence. 
Sat 29 Jun
“No Mercy for Traitors” – A Dramatic Performance
Saturday, June 29, 2024 01:00 PM
Fort Montgomery State Historic Site
In April of 1777 over 30 local Loyalists were captured and detained at Fort Montgomery where they were put on trial for their lives. Using actual testimony from the court martial, witness a dramatic recreation of this harrowing event by actors Sean Grady and Gary Petagine from Historical Drama. Involving a colorful cast of characters including NY's first governor and "a mysterious one eyed, five-foot ten inch, British officer" this program promises intrigue, and will provide insight to the complexity of the Revolution in the Hudson Valley.
Sat 29 Jun
Art as Memory: What We Leave Behind- Meet the Exhibit Curator
Saturday, June 29, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
Join us to meet Elisabeth Genter Montevecchio, Guest Curator of our 2023-2024 exhibition. View some of the personal expressions of art left behind by Lorenzo's residents and their families. As you explore, consider: what did your ancestors create for you to remember them by? What will you leave for your descendants? What does history look like to you? This exhibit made possible thanks to a New York Public Humanities Grant. Exhibit on view with guided tours through October 14, 2024. The event includes a mansion tour and light refreshments. 
*Event admission is free*
Sat 29 Jun
Black Staatsburg: The Gilded Age Black Community of Staatsburg
Saturday, June 29, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
What did the "Gilded Age" mean to the free, Black community of the Staatsburg village, beyond the walls of the Mills estate? Join Staatsburgh State Historic Site staff for a one-hour presentation exploring that question through census records, historic maps, and the larger context of race relations during the Gilded Age. Often pushed to the outskirts of society by White Americans, Black men and women were nonetheless able to foster a strong community in the face of constant adversity. Long marginalized in the historical narrative, the free Black community of the Staatsburg village reveals the triumphs and struggles of generations of African Americans in the Hudson Valley. Cost: free. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Sun 30 Jun
Morning Hatha Yoga
Sunday, June 30, 2024 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site
Join us for this new Sunday morning Hatha yoga series at Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site! The beautiful sunlit Gothic Chamber is the perfect place for a morning yoga class. Open to all levels and abilities! All proceeds benefit the Friends of Philipse Manor Hall. Register at www.philipsemanorhall.com/programs-and-events.
Sun 30 Jun
Staatsburg Village Walking Tour
Sunday, June 30, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
This 90-minute walk in the village of Staatsburg will explore its close relationship with the Mills family and their estate. A guide will discuss historic buildings and highlight hidden locations in the villagethat demonstrate Staatsburg's vibrant past and the lasting legacy of Ruth and Ogden Mills beyond the estate walls. Cost: free. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Thu 04 Jul
Independence Day!
Thursday, July 4, 2024 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site
Free family event highlighting the country's independence in the 18th century Entertainment, crafts, demonstrations, ice cream, games and reenactors. The mansion will feature an open house.
Fri 05 Jul
Unveiling of “Beacon of Hope”: Statue of Harriet Tubman
Friday, July 5, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
John Brown Farm State Historic Site
The Celebration organized by Friends Group John Brown Lives!, and Lake Placid Public Library, with John Brown Farm, will include a presentation by children's book author and illustrator team Lesa Cline-Ransome and James Ransome! Their book "Before She Was Harriet" will be installed as a STORYWALK® by Lake Placid Public Library, and there will be activities geared for young visitors.
Sat 06 Jul
1st Saturday Lighthouse Visiting Hours
Saturday, July 6, 2024 11:30 AM - 02:30 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the first Saturday of the month from May to October, the first floor of the Lighthouse will be open and staffed with a costumed interpreter to talk about its history. A lighthouse 4th Order Fresnel lens is available to view in the museum's Lighthouse Gallery along with a fog bell and other artifacts. Please note: no access to the upper level is permitted.
Sat 06 Jul
The Declaration of Independence
Saturday, July 6, 2024 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
1:30 p.m. Lecture: The Development of the Declaration. 2:45 p.m. Reading of the Declaration of Independence by a costumed interpreter.
Sun 07 Jul
The Declaration of Independence
Sunday, July 7, 2024 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
1:30 p.m. Lecture: The Development of the Declaration. 2:45 p.m. Reading of the Declaration of Independence by a costumed interpreter.
Sat 13 Jul
245th Anniversary of the Battle of Stony Point
Saturday, July 13, 2024 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
Come celebrate the Anniversary of the Battle of Stony Point! Reenactors from multiple groups will be on hand including the 2nd NY Regiment, Lamb's Artillery, and Spencer's Regiment. Artillery and musket demonstrations are held throughout the day. Visit with the soldiers and ladies to learn about life during the American Revolution.
Sat 13 Jul
The Battle of Stony Point
Saturday, July 13, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
Presented by our Site Historian, this illustrated lecture will describe the incredible Battle of Stony Point, fought at midnight on July 16, 1779. General Anthony Wayne's Corps of Light Infantry stormed and captured the British fort at Stony Point with just the point of their bayonets. Learn more about this amazing battle of the American Revolution. Seating is limited, please call 845-786-2521 for a reservation.
Registration: Required
Fri 19 Jul
46th Lorenzo Driving Competition
Friday, July 19, 2024 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
The Lorenzo landscape will set the backdrop for the 46th annual Lorenzo Driving Competition, a display of horse and carriage driving skill, timing, and style. Exhibits, sales, refreshments, and demonstrations are also offered. Sponsored by the Lorenzo Driving Competition, Inc. Admission to the show is free. For more information visit lorenzodriving.org or email lorenzodriving@gmail.com 
Sat 20 Jul
46th Lorenzo Driving Competition
Saturday, July 20, 2024 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
The Lorenzo landscape will set the backdrop for the 46th annual Lorenzo Driving Competition, a display of horse and carriage driving skill, timing, and style. Exhibits, sales, refreshments, and demonstrations are also offered. Sponsored by the Lorenzo Driving Competition, Inc. Admission to the show is free. For more information visit lorenzodriving.org or email lorenzodriving@gmail.com 
Sat 20 Jul
3rd Saturday Guided Battlefield Walk
Saturday, July 20, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
2:00 p.m. on the third Saturday of the month from May to October (3:30 p.m. on Sep 21st), a costumed interpreter will lead a guided walk around the Battlefield explaining the plan and execution of the American assault on the British garrison, highlighting the design and defense strategy of the fort and the bold idea for the attack.
Sun 21 Jul
46th Lorenzo Driving Competition
Sunday, July 21, 2024 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
The Lorenzo landscape will set the backdrop for the 46th annual Lorenzo Driving Competition, a display of horse and carriage driving skill, timing, and style. Exhibits, sales, refreshments, and demonstrations are also offered. Sponsored by the Lorenzo Driving Competition, Inc. Admission to the show is free. For more information visit lorenzodriving.org or email lorenzodriving@gmail.com 
Thu 25 Jul
Syracuse Orchestra
Thursday, July 25, 2024 07:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
Join us on the front lawn of Lorenzo to enjoy a night of beautiful music under the stars. The Syracuse Orchestra will perform a variety of classical and popular music, including music of Smetana, Bernstein, and Copland, plus music from Harry Potter and the Legend of Zelda. Bring your own seating and picnic. 
*Admission is free*
Sat 27 Jul
North American War of 1812 Grand Tactical
Saturday, July 27, 2024 until Sunday, July 28, 2024
Sackets Harbor Battlefield State Historic Site
Large gathering of re-enactors, living history specialists, annually held either US or Canada Saturday and Sunday July 27 – 28.
Sat 03 Aug
1st Saturday Lighthouse Visiting Hours
Saturday, August 3, 2024 11:30 AM - 02:30 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the first Saturday of the month from May to October, the first floor of the Lighthouse will be open and staffed with a costumed interpreter to talk about its history. A lighthouse 4th Order Fresnel lens is available to view in the museum's Lighthouse Gallery along with a fog bell and other artifacts. Please note: no access to the upper level is permitted.
Tue 06 Aug
Schuyler Mansion Creative Writing Workshop
Tuesday, August 6, 2024 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site
Participants explore the mansion, 18th century inhabitants and then develop characters In their own 18th century story. For children 8-13 years old. $5 per child. Pre registration is required.
Registration: Required
Wed 07 Aug
Schuyler Mansion Creative Writing Workshop
Wednesday, August 7, 2024 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site
Participants explore the mansion, 18th century inhabitants and then develop characters In their own 18th century story. For children 8-13 years old. $5 per child. Pre registration is required.
Registration: Required
Thu 08 Aug
Schuyler Mansion Creative Writing Workshop
Thursday, August 8, 2024 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site
Participants explore the mansion, 18th century inhabitants and then develop characters In their own 18th century story. For children 8-13 years old. $5 per child. Pre registration is required.
Registration: Required
Fri 09 Aug
Civil War Encampment
Friday, August 9, 2024 10:00 AM - 04:30 PM
John Brown Farm State Historic Site
Interact with Civil War Re-enactors and see what life was like for Civil War Soldiers.
Sat 10 Aug
The World of Rebecca Franks
Saturday, August 10, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
Site Interpreter Joanne Stein-Kohler has studied the Jewish experience in America in the years leading up to and after the American Revolution, through the lens of Rebecca Franks, the "Jewish Belle" of Philadelphia who married a British officer captured at Stony Point. Seating is limited, please call 845-786-2521 for a reservation.
Registration: Required
Thu 15 Aug
Caroga Arts Collective Concert
Thursday, August 15, 2024 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
Caroga Arts Collective, founded and directed by cellist Kyle Price, will return to our front lawn for a second year. Comprised of top professional musicians from around the country, performers may include School of Music faculty, and members of America's leading orchestras and chamber groups. Last year's playlist included Mendelson, Gershwin, Oscar Peterson, Taylor Swift, and the Eagles! Bring your own seating and picnic. 
*Admission is free* 
Sat 17 Aug
Adirondack Family Book Festival
Saturday, August 17, 2024 09:30 AM - 04:00 PM
John Brown Farm State Historic Site
The Adirondack Family Book Festival brings together beloved children's and YA authors and illustrators to meet their readers of all ages, read aloud, and talk about their work. Hands-on art making and discovery are also planned. The event is free and open to all. Join us for a celebration of community, diversity, and storytelling in the beautiful Adirondack mountains! adirondackfamilybookfestival.wordpress.com.
Sat 17 Aug
3rd Saturday Guided Battlefield Walk
Saturday, August 17, 2024 02:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
2:00 p.m. on the third Saturday of the month from May to October (3:30 p.m. on Sep 21st), a costumed interpreter will lead a guided walk around the Battlefield explaining the plan and execution of the American assault on the British garrison, highlighting the design and defense strategy of the fort and the bold idea for the attack.
Sat 24 Aug
The New York Campaign: 1776
Saturday, August 24, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
248 years ago, the British Army conquered the New York City area in a sweeping campaign with a handful of hair-raising battles, testing out the Continental Army for the first time. Site Historian Michael J. F. Sheehan will present a lecture with maps and illustrations on this gripping and dangerous year of the American Revolution, when the cause was almost lost. Seating is limited, please call 845-786-2521 for a reservation.
Registration: Required
Sat 31 Aug
Daring Revolutionary Women – Real & Legend
Saturday, August 31, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
History has many stories about male heroics in the Revolution, but few instances mentioned in which female courage was displayed. This illustrated lecture by Site Interpreter Susan Overgard will highlight a few of the American and British women that performed brave deeds for their side, while also dispelling a few legends that sprung up after the war. Seating is limited, please call 845-786-2521 for a reservation.
Registration: Required
Sat 07 Sep
1st Saturday Lighthouse Visiting Hours
Saturday, September 7, 2024 11:30 AM - 02:30 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the first Saturday of the month from May to October, the first floor of the Lighthouse will be open and staffed with a costumed interpreter to talk about its history. A lighthouse 4th Order Fresnel lens is available to view in the museum's Lighthouse Gallery along with a fog bell and other artifacts. Please note: no access to the upper level is permitted.
Sat 07 Sep
Tales of the Hudson Valley
Saturday, September 7, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
Master storyteller Jonathan Kruk will delight audiences of all ages with stories focusing on the legends and lore of the Hudson Valley while accompanied by musician Steve Kelman. Jonathan's tales both entertain and give insight about our local heritage. Audience seating begins at 1:45 p.m.
Sun 08 Sep
Limestone Creek Hunt Club's - Parade and Blessing of the Hounds
Sunday, September 8, 2024 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
At 9:00AM join LCH for the annual Parade of Hounds through Cazenovia. Signifying the start of the official "hunt" season, it begins at the village green on Emory Ave., next to Sullivan and Albany Streets, around the corner by the Brae Loch and on to Lorenzo. Following the parade there will be the traditional Blessing of the Hounds on the front lawn of Lorenzo (approximately 9:30AM)
*Admission is free*
Sun 08 Sep
New Jersey Garrison Day
Sunday, September 8, 2024 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Fort Montgomery State Historic Site
Witness a day of tactical demonstrations, drill, camp life and cooking at Fort Montgomery! The 3rd New Jersey Regiment, Captain Bloomfield's Company is a living history group dedicated to historical authenticity. This activity-filled day with the Greys promises an exciting, authentic glimpse of Continental soldering and camp follower life during the American Revolution.
Sat 14 Sep
Spencer’s Additional Regiment Encampment
Saturday, September 14, 2024 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
Raised as an auxiliary force for Washington's Continental Army, the reenactors in Spencer's Additional Regiment will conduct camp activities while explaining the unit's start in New Jersey and how they followed the army. Spencer's Regiment also garrisoned Stony Point in 1780 and was present during the Arnold/Andre West Point affair.
Sun 15 Sep
Lorenzo Fine Art Tour
Sunday, September 15, 2024 02:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
Join art historian Elisabeth Genter Montevecchio for a free 45-minute tour highlighting Lorenzo's amazing fine art collection including works by Sanford Gifford, Edward Moran, Jasper Cropsey, Dwight Williams, and 17th century Dutch Masters. Reservations required, as space is limited. Call 315-655-3200, ext. 106 or email: jacqueline.roshia@parks.ny.gov
*Admission to the program is free*
Sat 21 Sep
Keeping it Fresh! Colonial Food Preservation
Saturday, September 21, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Fort Montgomery State Historic Site
Learn what it was like to prepare for winter in the 18th and 19th centuries! From pickling to drying to salting and smoking, presenter Tom Hunt will discuss and demonstrate many of the techniques used in early American food preservation.
Sat 21 Sep
The Trial of Major Andre
Saturday, September 21, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
Join Gary Petagine and Sean Grady as they act out the Court Martial of Major John Andre, who had been captured in Tarrytown with the plans for West Point in his boot. Transferred to Tappan, NY, his trial took place at the Dutch Reformed Church. Hear historical details of the tribunal of one of the Revolution's most notorious spies. Please arrive early to secure a seat for this popular performance. Audience seating begins at 1:45 p.m.
Sat 21 Sep
3rd Saturday Guided Battlefield Walk
Saturday, September 21, 2024 03:30 PM - 05:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
2:00 p.m. on the third Saturday of the month from May to October (3:30 p.m. on Sep 21st), a costumed interpreter will lead a guided walk around the Battlefield explaining the plan and execution of the American assault on the British garrison, highlighting the design and defense strategy of the fort and the bold idea for the attack.
Sun 22 Sep
Rippleton Schoolhouse "Community Day"
Sunday, September 22, 2024 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
Since relocating to the Lorenzo grounds in 1997, the Rippleton Schoolhouse has served as a place to "live history." Hundreds of Central New York pupils attend classes in our restored one-room schoolhouse each year. Since 2002, the Friends of Lorenzo have hosted this annual event welcoming "kids of all ages" to participate in period games, enjoy live music, refreshments, horse-drawn wagon rides, fall crafts, and more! For more information call 315-655-3200 or visit https://parks.ny.gov/historic-sites/lorenzo/details/aspx
*Admission to the event is free*
Sat 28 Sep
In Their Own Words, The Battle for Fort Clinton!
Saturday, September 28, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Fort Montgomery State Historic Site
Come for a unique, walking tour of one of the Hudson Valley's most dramatic battle sites! Using firsthand accounts and archaeological data, this tour will chart the flow of the battle of the Twin Forts starting at Bear Mtn and ending up at Fort Clinton (today site of Trailside Museums and Zoo) focusing on the intense fighting that happened in and around Fort Clinton on the day of the battle. Registration Required: Call (845) 446-2134 to Register or for More Information.
Registration: Required
Sun 29 Sep
18th Century Autumnfest
Sunday, September 29, 2024 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Senate House State Historic Site

Experience some key autumn activities from the 18th century and enjoy the season! There will be demonstrations of blacksmithing, meat smoking, candle dipping, pressing apples, and more. There will also be live performances of juggling, fire spitting, and unicycling!
Sat 05 Oct
Twin Forts Day
Saturday, October 5, 2024 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Fort Montgomery State Historic Site
Join the Fort Montgomery Battle Site Association as they commemorate the 246th anniversary of the battle for Forts Montgomery and Clinton and bring to life the people who lived here through camp life demonstrations and children's activities.
Sat 05 Oct
1st Saturday Lighthouse Visiting Hours
Saturday, October 5, 2024 11:30 AM - 02:30 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the first Saturday of the month from May to October, the first floor of the Lighthouse will be open and staffed with a costumed interpreter to talk about its history. A lighthouse 4th Order Fresnel lens is available to view in the museum's Lighthouse Gallery along with a fog bell and other artifacts. Please note: no access to the upper level is permitted.
Sat 05 Oct
Richard Butler – A Life of Military Service
Saturday, October 5, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
This illustrated lecture by Site Interpreter Connor Price 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. Find out more about one of the men who bravely fought here. Seating is limited, please call 845-786-2521 for a reservation.
Registration: Required
Sat 12 Oct
Daring Revolutionary Women – Real & Legend
Saturday, October 12, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
History has many stories about male heroics in the Revolution, but few instances mentioned in which female courage was displayed. This illustrated lecture by Site Interpreter Susan Overgard will highlight a few of the American and British women that performed brave deeds for their side, while also dispelling a few legends that sprung up after the war. Seating is limited, please call 845-786-2521 for a reservation.
Registration: Required
Sat 19 Oct
The Burning of Kingston
Saturday, October 19, 2024
Senate House State Historic Site

Stop by Senate House on Saturday during the weekend-long, community-wide commemoration of the burning of Kingston. That day site will be hosting reenactors, a talk, tours, and more. For full event program and more information as it becomes available, please visit www.burningofkingston.com 
Sat 19 Oct
3rd Saturday Guided Battlefield Walk
Saturday, October 19, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
2:00 p.m. on the third Saturday of the month from May to October (3:30 p.m. on Sep 21st), a costumed interpreter will lead a guided walk around the Battlefield explaining the plan and execution of the American assault on the British garrison, highlighting the design and defense strategy of the fort and the bold idea for the attack.
Wed 04 Dec
Friends of Lorenzo Christmas Preview Party
Wednesday, December 4, 2024 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
The Friends of Lorenzo will showcase the bedecked Mansion at their annual Preview Party as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Christmas at Lorenzo! For the anniversary we will be revisiting the past, with each room decorated in a previous year's theme. Members and their guests are treated to a special evening of live music and seasonal delights! To purchase tickets or become a member, visit https://www.friendsoflorenzo.org/
Tue 10 Dec
Christmas at Lorenzo- Guided Tours
Tuesday, December 10, 2024 until Friday, December 13, 2024 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
Join us for a traditional tour of the Mansion and holiday decorations. This year is the 50th Anniversary of Christmas at Lorenzo and for the occasion we will be revisiting the past, with each room decorated in a previous year's theme! Private group tours of 8 or more may also be scheduled through the end of December by calling (315)655-3200, ext. 106. 
*Holiday admission: $6 per person; $2 per child, ages 12 and under*
Thu 12 Dec
Lorenzo's Christmas Celebration
Thursday, December 12, 2024 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
This year is the 50th Anniversary of Christmas at Lorenzo and for the occasion we will be revisiting the past, with each room decorated in a previous year's theme! With support from the Friends of Lorenzo, this annual holiday celebration will feature a tour of the decorated mansion, refreshments, live music, and horse-drawn sleigh/wagon rides. In addition, on Saturday and Sunday, holiday crafts for "kids of all ages" will be featured at the Rippleton Schoolhouse. 
*Holiday admission: $6 per person; $2 per child, ages 12 and under*
Fri 13 Dec
Lorenzo's Christmas Celebration
Friday, December 13, 2024 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
This year is the 50th Anniversary of Christmas at Lorenzo and for the occasion we will be revisiting the past, with each room decorated in a previous year's theme! With support from the Friends of Lorenzo, this annual holiday celebration will feature a tour of the decorated mansion, refreshments, live music, and horse-drawn sleigh/wagon rides. In addition, on Saturday and Sunday, holiday crafts for "kids of all ages" will be featured at the Rippleton Schoolhouse. 
*Holiday admission: $6 per person; $2 per child, ages 12 and under*
Sat 14 Dec
Lorenzo's Christmas Celebration
Saturday, December 14, 2024 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
This year is the 50th Anniversary of Christmas at Lorenzo and for the occasion we will be revisiting the past, with each room decorated in a previous year's theme! With support from the Friends of Lorenzo, this annual holiday celebration will feature a tour of the decorated mansion, refreshments, live music, and horse-drawn sleigh/wagon rides. In addition, on Saturday and Sunday, holiday crafts for "kids of all ages" will be featured at the Rippleton Schoolhouse. 
*Holiday admission: $6 per person; $2 per child, ages 12 and under*
Sun 15 Dec
Lorenzo's Christmas Celebration
Sunday, December 15, 2024 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
This year is the 50th Anniversary of Christmas at Lorenzo and for the occasion we will be revisiting the past, with each room decorated in a previous year's theme! With support from the Friends of Lorenzo, this annual holiday celebration will feature a tour of the decorated mansion, refreshments, live music, and horse-drawn sleigh/wagon rides. In addition, on Saturday and Sunday, holiday crafts for "kids of all ages" will be featured at the Rippleton Schoolhouse. 
*Holiday admission: $6 per person; $2 per child, ages 12 and under*