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April 15-18, 2025

Commemorate Paul Revere ’s Famous Ride with Two Lights for Tomorrow

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On April 18, 1775, Paul Revere rode to Lexington, warning of the British approach. Behind him, the Old North Church tower shone, “two if by sea.” On April 18, 2025 commemorate his legendary ride by shining Two Lights at your home or business!

Join Us & the Nation

  1. Shine any two lights the night of April 18 (lanterns, candles, luminaries)
  2. Post a photo or video, tag #Saratoga250, and snag Saratoga America’s Turning Point merch!

Prizes for:

  • Most Creative Illumination
  • Most Creative Location
  • Most Patriotic Display
  • Date:

    April 18, 2025

  • Where to Get Bags::

    Branded bags are available while supplies last at Town Halls across the county.


Community Storytime Opportunity & Make Your Own Lantern

The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere

An educator from the Saratoga County Historian’s Office will visit your location to read a book about Paul Revere, discuss the importance of the event, and distribute materials to create luminaries to participate in the nation-wide “Two Lights for Tomorrow” commemoration on April 18th.

Please contact us for more information.

  • Tuesday 4/15 – Mechanicville Public Library at 11am
  • Wednesday 4/16 – Brookside Museum at 11am
  • Thursday 4/17 – Schuylerville Public Library at 11am

UPCOMING EVENTS

Visit the Saratoga250 Booth at the Saratoga Pride Fest to learn about all the upcoming events that highlight our revolutionary history!

Celebrate America’s 250th birthday at Universal Preservation Hall in Saratoga Springs. Join Emmy-nominated PBS host Darley Newman for a live screening, expert panel, book signing & reception on June 30, 2026.

Join Anne Clothier as she explores the experiences of women and children during the fight for American Independence. Discover the lives of those on the homefront through stories from those who lived in the Saratoga area during the 1770s, as well as images, maps, documents and hands-on 18th century activities.

Join Saratoga 250 on July 4th for a patriotic community gathering that honors our nation’s founding and the region’s role in American history.

Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence by welcoming ten new citizens of the United States!

Join Saratoga 250 on July 4th for a patriotic community gathering that honors our nation’s founding and the region’s role in American history.

‘Sharing the Spirit of America’ is the simultaneous reading of the Declaration of Independence across the country on July 8th.

Join the Old Saratoga Historical Association for a community reading of the Declaration of Independence on Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 6PM, held at Town of Saratoga Town Hall.

Join SNHP and Saratoga250 for a community reading of the Declaration of Independence, on the date when news reached this region.

Combine America’s Turning Point with family fun at the Saratoga County fair with our 18th century era games and live historians.

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    Keep America’s Turning Point alive for generations to come by making a tax-deductible donation to the Campaign for Saratoga 250, Inc. Our certified 501c3 nonprofit organization is dedicated to promoting awareness, education, and preservation of critical assets of the Battles of Saratoga. Your support will help promote historical awareness of new generations of people across the region, nation, and globe.