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5th Annual Turning Point & Women in War Symposium

May 2-3, 2026

Presented thanks to the generous support of the Dash Family

At the Old Saratoga American Legion Post Schuylerville, New York

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Immerse yourself in a full day of education and discovery featuring renowned authors and historians sharing insights into one of the most pivotal moments in American history.

Then, join us May 3rd for our popular bus tour with speaker and author, Jim Richmond, following the route of the 1780 Ballston Raid.

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Lauren Roberts, CFS250 Chairperson & Saratoga County Historian and Assemblywoman Carrie Woerner
Lauren Roberts, CFS250 Chairperson & Saratoga County Historian and Assemblywoman Carrie Woerner

Turning Point Symposium Details

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  • Date:

    May 2, 2026

  • Start Time:

    8:15am – approx. 3:30pm

  • Cost:

    $75/person

  • Provisions:

    Continental breakfast, coffee & tea, beverages, snacks, and a buffet deli lunch

  • Location:

    Old Saratoga American Legion Post, Clancy Street, Schuylerville, NY

  • Program:

    Made possible in part by the generosity of Bob Farley – see details below

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What to Expect

  • Engaging presentations from esteemed experts
  • Exhibitor displays, books, and cutting-edge augmented reality demonstrations

Head of Faculty

Dr. Venter
Dr. Bruce M. Venter, Ph.D.
Head of Faculty and Master of Ceremonies. Historian, Author, Saratoga 250 Commissioner

Speakers

Susan Brewer
The Daughters of the American Revolution Saratoga Chapter Presenting Speaker: Author, “Captured by Brant: The Cherry Valley Massacre and the Tribulations of Jane Campbell and Her Family”
Anne Clothier
Saratoga County Deputy Historian, Living Interpreter, Author: “A Becoming Sense of Her Duty and Zeal: Royalist Women Associated with Burgoyne’s Campaign.”
James Richmond
Author, “War on the Middlellne: The Founding of a Community in the Kayaderosseras Patent During the Revolutionary War”
Paul Staiti
The “Friends of the Marshall House” Presenting Speaker: Author, “The Killing of Jane McCrea: An American Tragedy on the Revolutionary Frontier”

Sunday’s Bus Tour: “War on the Middleline: The 1780 Raid on Ballston”

  • Date:

    May 3, 2026

  • Start Time:

    TBD

  • Cost:

    $75.00/person

  • Tour Guide:

    Speaker and Author, Jim Richmond

  • Provisions:

    Includes Box Lunch

  • Bus Departure & Return Location:

    TBD

UPCOMING EVENTS

Tavern Night: On the Eve of Revolution – February 26 SOLD OUT – JOIN WAIT LIST BELOW!

Travel back in time and enjoy a tavern-inspired feast featuring traditional recipes and historic ambiance at Brookside Museum.

“Henry Knox: Resolve Forged by Revolution” Premiere Screening – SOLD OUT

Special Premiere Screening of a new short film honoring the feat of Henry Knox’s Noble Train of Artillery and its 250th Commemoration. A film by the Campaign for Saratoga 250, Inc & 32 Mile Productions, made possible by the Champlain Hudson Power Express, we are proud to present: Henry Knox: Resolve Forged by Revolution

Tavern Night: On the Eve of Revolution – March 12th – SOLD OUT JOIN WAIT LIST BELOW!

Travel back in time and enjoy a tavern-inspired feast featuring traditional recipes and historic ambiance at Brookside Museum.

Sign of the Golden Scissors Workshop – Women’s Attire

Step back in time and explore the fashion of the 18th century at “Sign of the Golden Scissors Workshop – Women’s Attire” a special public program and hands-on workshop led by Emily Stringham of At the Sign of the Golden Scissors.

Volunteer Park Day Clean Up at Saratoga National Historical Park

Volunteers will assist with winter debris pickup, landscape preparation, and cleaning interpretive signage for the busy visitor season.

5th Annual Turning Point & Women in War Symposium

Immerse yourself in a full day of education and discovery featuring renowned authors and historians sharing insights into one of the most pivotal moments in American history at the Turning Point Symposium.

Guided Bus Tour: “War on the Middleline: The 1780 Raid on Ballston”

Join us for our popular bus tour with speaker and author, Jim Richmond, following the route of the 1780 Ballston Raid.

America’s 250th Independence Day with Saratoga 250 at Historic Saratoga Racetrack

Celebrate America’s 250th Independence Day in true Saratoga style at the historic Saratoga Racetrack! Join Saratoga 250 on July 4th for a patriotic community gathering that honors our nation’s founding and the region’s pivotal role in American history. Enjoy a festive atmosphere filled with tradition, pride, and celebration at one of Saratoga’s most iconic landmarks. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime way to mark this milestone anniversary together.

America’s Turning Point @ the Saratoga County Fair

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

Turning Point Parade 2026

Come to The Turning Point Parade celebrate America’s victory that changed the world in 1777.
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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.

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