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Guided Bus Tour: “War on the Middleline: The 1780 Raid on Ballston”
10 AM – 2 PM
We invite you to join us for a deep-dive exploration of the 1780 Ballston Raid with historian and author, Jim Richmond, tracing the actual route of the conflict through the historic Kayaderosseras Patent.
This tour offers an unparalleled perspective on our region’s revolutionary past and the specific communities caught in the crossfire of the war.
Space is Strictly Limited
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Meet Your Guide: James Richmond
The Local Struggle: James Richmond uncovers the founding of communities amidst the “War on the Middleline.” As a noted historian and author, James specializes in bringing the human stories of the Revolution to life. His expertise ensures that as we walk the ground of the 1780 Raid, you aren’t just seeing a landscape— you are seeing the birth of a community through the lens of conflict.
What to Expect: Our journey includes scheduled breaks to stretch your legs, access restroom facilities and view key historical sites. Lunch will be enjoyed at a local park pavilion, weather permitting.
Space is Strictly Limited: Due to bus capacity, registration is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Secure your seat early to ensure you don’t miss this unique field experience!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Fall Lecture Series: Morgan Lewis: The Making of a Patriot
Morgan Lewis is an often-overlooked figure of the American Revolution but one who was at the center of some of the most pivotal moments in the formation of America. The son of a signer of the Declaration of Independence, he defined a generation of young officers who, despite their youth and inexperience, brought tenacity and intellect that was the foundation for victory.
Fall Lecture Series: Illuminating Lives: The Stories of Several Women During the American War for Independence
Using a variety of archival sources and research techniques, Saratoga National Historical Park Curator Christine Valosin will talk about six different women with ties to the Schuyler family or estate, illuminating little known stories of their lives during the turbulent years of the American War for Independence.
Fall Lecture Series: When the Declaration of Independence Was News
Published for the 250th anniversary of the United States, When the Declaration of Independence Was News focuses on the nation’s founding document at the moment of its creation in 1776, before anyone knew what the legacy of the Declaration would be or if the United States would win the war against Great Britain.
Revolutionary Run for Veterans at Fort Hardy Park
Saratoga250 will have a presence at the Saratoga County Revolutionary Run for Veterans, a 5k run at Fort Hardy Park which benefits Saratoga County Veterans.
Fall Lecture Series: Did the Battle of Redbank bring France into the War of Independence?
Americans generally assume that the surrender of Sir John Burgoyne to General Horatio Gates at Saratoga on 17 October 1777 caused France to openly enter the American War of Independence. The American leadership interpreted the defeat at Saratoga within their military and political needs. Saratoga was of great military importance, an immense morale booster and extensively used for propaganda purposes. But France’s decision to join the American rebels came after years of preparation and was by no means monocausal.
Fall Lecture Series: They Were Good Soldiers: African Americans Serving in the Continental Army
The role of African Americans, free and enslaved, in the regiments of the Continental Army is not well-known; neither is the fact that relatively large numbers served in southern regiments and that the greatest number served alongside their white comrades in integrated units. John Rees will discuss black soldiers’ acceptance, service, and experiences during and after the War for American Independence, focusing on those who served in Continental regiments. African American women with the army will also be featured.
Celebrating the 250th: Battles of Saratoga @250 Reenactments
Watch history come alive at the 250th Battles of Saratoga Reenactment. Two days of live muskets and maneuvers, October 9–10, 2027 in Saratoga, NY.
Celebrating the 250th: Turning Point Parade 2027
Join the Turning Point Parade marking 250 years since the Surrender at Saratoga. October 17, 2027, 10am in Schuylerville, NY.
Keep America’s Turning Point Alive
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.
