This talk examines how Continental soldiers often wore civilian clothing during the early Revolutionary War years (1775–1777), exploring the styles, materials, and regional influences of these garments, and how they reflected the soldiers’ backgrounds and the logistical challenges of outfitting an army in its infancy.

Saratoga Battlefield became a National Park in 1938. How does a new park go from minimally developed to first class in the Great Depression?

Come to the park to see an 18th-century tailor and cordwainer (not a cobbler!) make these uniform parts using authentic period techniques.

Join Saratoga 250 in Ballston Spa or Revolutionary War Trivia and a day of family fun!

Explore how drumbeats, trilling fifes, and songs created an 18th-century world of military music with the Fort Ticonderoga Fife & Drum Corps.

Looking for another change to get a more in-depth, hands-on experience during your visit? Join a caravan-style tour of the Battlefield!

Saratoga 250 will be at SPAC’s opening night, where cannons will be fired to accompany the 1812 Overture.

The McKrells will bring their rousing brand of Bluegrass to top of the hill next to the Visitor Center. Bring a lawn chair/blanket and enjoy.

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

Held at Prospect Hill Cemetery in the Village of Victory, the program will pay tribute to General Henry Knox and the pivotal role of artillery in the Revolutionary War.

Historian and author Anne Clothier will share her new children’s graphic novel, engaging historical fiction that captures the uncertainty of approaching conflict in the Saratoga area in 1775 through a young child’s eyes.

Join us for the 250th anniversary to commemorate the daunting, courageous, and successful winter 1775 journey of Henry Knox & patriots who delivered vital cannon artillery from Ft Ticonderoga to the high ground over Boston Harbor causing the British to leave the city.

Join Saratoga 250 ar Tallmadge Park for Revolutionary War Trivia and a day of family fun!

Join us for a bicentennial commemoration of the Marquis de Lafayette’s 1825 return to Schuylerville, honoring the enduring Franco-American bond and Saratoga’s vital role in shaping global democracy.

Come visit Saratoga250 at Grant Cottage to play Revolutionary War trivia and check out our other hands-on activities.

Northshire Bookstore is thrilled to present an evening with Pulitzer Prize-winning author and historian Rick Atkinson, in celebration of The Fate of the Day: The War for America, Fort Ticonderoga to Charleston, 1777-1780, the second volume of his landmark American Revolution trilogy.

On Park Day, volunteers will assist with debris pickup, landscape preparation, and cleaning interpretive signage for the busy visitor season.

On April 18, 2025 commemorate Paul Revere’s legendary ride by shining Two Lights at your home or business!

Step back in time and explore the fashion of the 18th century at “Well Dressed: Gowns of the 1770s,” a special public program and hands-on workshop led by Emily Stringham of At the Sign of the Golden Scissors.

Looking for a more in-depth, hands-on experience during your visit? Join a Park Volunteer for a caravan-style tour of the Battlefield!

A live tinsmith demonstration! At the time of the Battles of Saratoga, the tinsmith was an important part of both community and military life.

Join us for an afternoon of stitching Bedgowns & Wrapping Gowns, tea, and camaraderie as we share information, resources, and ideas for clothing.

Join us for an afternoon of stitching caps & accessories, tea, and camaraderie as we share information, resources, and ideas for clothing.

Join us for an afternoon of stitching, tea, and camaraderie as we share information, resources, and ideas for clothing.

Join us for a fascinating journey back to the 18th century as Henry Cooke presents “Cloaks & Greatcoats: 18th Century Outerwear” at the Brookside Museum.

Living historians will reenact the Albany portion of Henry Knox’s Noble Wagon Train from Ticonderoga to Boston at the dawn of the American Revolution.

Commemorating the 250th Anniversary of Knox’s Noble Train along the King’s Highway. The procession will travel from Peebles Island to Van Schaick Mansion, where costumed docents will greet guests for a wreath-laying ceremony, open house, and reception featuring the New York Tapestry project.

On December 14, Revolutionary War themed events in Cohoes & Albany will feature a ceremonial handoff, living history reenactments, and more.

Download the Knox Event Schedule DEC 13 An Candlelight Concert of Music of Knox’s Era 6:30 PM dessert reception, 7:00 PM concert Arts Center on the Hudson, Mechanicville TICKETS ARE LIMITED – CLICK TO GET YOURS NOW! Join us for an unforgettable evening with the Musicians of Ma’alwyck, accompanied by soprano vocalist, Vedrana Kalas, featuring […]

The regional collaboration between states, counties, and historic sites will include a “cannon relay,” handing off a replica Revolutionary era cannon from place to place on its path from Fort Ticonderoga to the high ground over Boston Harbor in the winter of 1775-1776. Saratoga County will receive the cannon approximately 1:00pm. on December 13th at Dix Bridge in Hudson Crossing Park

Join us after the linstock handoff from Washington County for historical interpreters, artillery demonstrations, food, and wagon rides at nearby Fort Hardy Park!

Washington County will host a Knox commemorative parade, beginning at Fort Edward High School, proceeding to the Old Fort House then Fort Miller. As part of the procession, wreaths will be laid at Knox markers along the route.

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.

Ben Powers of American Veterans Archaeological Recovery (AVAR) discusses the 2021 veteran-led dig at Saratoga National Historical Park that uncovered new insights into the Second Battle of Saratoga.

Step into history on the 248th anniversary of America’s Turning Point. This exclusive bus tour brings you to the very sites where the Battles of Saratoga reshaped the future of a nation.

On behalf of the Town of Saratoga, the Village of Schuylerville, the Saratoga County 250th American Revolution Commission, and the Campaign for Saratoga 250, we are honored to host students and families of young children to participate in the annual Surrender Day Ceremony, marking the 248th anniversary of the American victory at the Battles of Saratoga.

Experience the ambiance of an 18th Century house in the evening with a special candlelight tour through the Schuyler House!

Park Ranger Eric Schnitzer will lead a walking tour from the Saratoga Monument through part of Burgoyne’s camp.

A two-day, multi-site event at Saratoga National Historical Park and local community historic sites, living historians deliver family fun activities for the whole family to commemorate the period between the two battles of Saratoga and the historic surrender by British General Burgoyne.

Park Ranger Eric Schnitzer leads a guided tour of the fields where the Battle of Bemus Heights – the second battle of Saratoga – was fought on October 7, 1777.

Looking for a more in-depth, hands-on experience during your visit? Join a Park Volunteer for a caravan-style tour of the Battlefield! Tours will last 2.5-3 hours. Meet in the Visitor Center and follow along in your own vehicle for as long as you like. May be cancelled in the event of inclement weather.

Looking for a more in-depth, hands-on experience during your visit? Join a Park Volunteer for a caravan-style tour of the Battlefield! Tours will last 2.5-3 hours. Meet in the Visitor Center and follow along in your own vehicle for as long as you like. May be cancelled in the event of inclement weather.

Honor Saratoga’s Revolutionary patriots and the heritage of their victory with the local Daughters & Sons of the American Revolution.

Join us for a night under the stars on the Visitor Center Lawn during the new moon. Park Rangers will give a short presentation about our connections to the night sky, a night sky tour, and how you can help to protect this disappearing resource. Junior Rangers can work on the Night Explorer Activity Book to earn their Night Explorer Badge!

Join Park Ranger Eric Schnitzer as he gives a guided tour of Freeman’s Farm, the place where most of the first battle of Saratoga was fought on September 19, 1777. The battle – one of the longest land battles of the eight-year-long war – was a terrible fight over farm fields and woods and ended up costing the lives of hundreds of men and boys, most of whom are still buried in unmarked graves near where they fell. Meet at the Freeman Farm parking lot (stop 6); the tour will last for about one hour.

Soldiers return to Saratoga! Some of the heaviest fighting in the two Battles of Saratoga in 1777 involved Massachusetts Continental infantry on the American side and General Fraser’s Advanced Corps on the British.

Commemorate the anniversary of the first Battle of Saratoga with a special weekend of immersive programming bringing to life the dramatic turning point of the Revolutionary War.

September 13th Stillwater Family Day. Join Saratoga250 at American Legion Post 490 for Revolutionary War trivia and a day of family fun!

Burgoyne is chiefly known to history for surrendering his army to the American forces at Saratoga in 1777, an event that turned out to be a turning point in the Revolutionary War. Both on and off the battlefield, Burgoyne led an action-packed life. The author explores his varied life in theater, politics, gambling, and more.

Join Saratoga County Historian Lauren Roberts to learn about the Patriot Burial Historic Marker Program offered in partnership with the William G. Pomeroy Foundation and the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR).

Saratoga National Historical Park, where the bravery and sacrifice of some of America’s first veterans helped change the world, will hold a Veterans Day Commemoration and Family Fun Day on Saturday, November 9 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.

Although there is only one “Washington’s Headquarters” in New York, there are numerous signs around the region stating, “Washington slept here.” Which means he also ate there. Typically, however, not food prepared by the household’s cook, but by his own staff, led by Hannah Till, an enslaved woman, and her husband Isaac. Who were they? What skills may they have had? Join us as we look at current research on Hannah & Isaac and ponder what it may have been like to travel and cook around the region for Washington.

America’s Turning Point will have a presence at the Saratoga County Revolutionary Run for Veterans, a 5k run which benefits Saratoga County Veterans. The event takes place at Fort Hardy Park in Schuylerville.

This program explores the different forms of two-dimensional 18th century artwork media, spurs awareness of pitfalls, and investigates shocking deceptions related to Revolutionary War drawings and paintings. Presenter Eric Schnitzer is a park ranger at Saratoga National Historical Park.

America’s Revolution in upstate NY went well past the Saratoga Campaign in 1777. Join Reps from the Towns of Milton and Ballston, and Saratoga County, and members of the Saratoga Chapters of the DAR and SAR with Revolutionary War Reenactors at the open of this heritage site.

How did the American Revolution affect African Americans in Old Saratoga, Saratoga Springs, and their environs? Discover the major avenues they pursued in the early national period and in the years prior to the Civil War as they sought to build lives in the new nation.

This 247th anniversary of the British surrender at Saratoga continues to mark America’s Turning Point in its War for Independence.

Victory at Saratoga in 1777 halted the British Empire’s advance, saving America’s fight for freedom altering world history.

Embark on a journey from the stunning new Champlain Canal Region Gateway Visitors Center in Schuylerville where a national “American Revolutionary Experience” by the DAR & American Battlefield Trust is on a limited temporary display.

The Saratoga Chapter of the DAR is hosting the “American Revolution Experience,” a collaborative project of the American Battlefield Trust & the Daughters of the American Revolution.

A two-day, multi-site event on NYS Path Through History weekend, living historians deliver family fun activities for the whole family.

Honor Saratoga’s Revolutionary patriots and the heritage of their victory with the local Daughters & Sons of the American Revolution.

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

Combine family fun at the fair with our 18th century era games, live reenactors, and try out our America’s Turning Point augmented reality 3-D images of figures from Saratoga’s Revolutionary history.

The 3rd Annual Women in War Symposium returns to Saratoga County in 2024.

Join us to recognize the Revolutionary War patriots laid to rest in Saratoga County.

Annual national commemorative day to clean and beautify the historic markers commemorating our heritage.

Annual national commemorative day to clean and beautify the historic markers commemorating our heritage.

The Premier Conference on the American Revolution in Richmond, VA. Organized by Saratoga 250 Commissioner, Bruce Venter, features award-winning experts and heritage enthusiasts from across the country and world.

When the Smithsonian needs 18th century attire repaired, they call Henry Cooke. Come hear him discuss the ubiquitous men’s garment through construction, social history, and see an examination of historic artifacts.

Emmy-nominated travel host and producer Darley Newman returns to Smithsonian Associates with a panel of four travel and history experts for a journey through American Revolution history.

Saratoga will be present highlighting America’s Turning Point & historic ties between the patriots of Boston, New England, & Saratoga.

America’s Turning Point will have a presence at the Saratoga County Revolutionary Run for Veterans, a 5k run which benefits Saratoga County Veterans.

Join us to commemorate the 246th anniversary of the surrender of British General John Burgoyne to American General Horatio Gates, marking the turning point of the American Revolution.

The Saratoga Siege Encampment is part of NYS Path Through History Weekend and open to the public from 10am to 4pm October 7th and 8th.

New York State Museum’s first annual Family History Day!

Join the local Chapters of the Sons and Daughters of the American Revolution for their annual wreath laying ceremony.

Join America’s Turning Point in the Old Iron Spring Park for historical demonstrations and displays, try on some 18th century clothing and enjoy other hands-on activities.

Schuylerville’s celebration of the victory at Saratoga in 1777. The parade takes place on Broad Street in Schuylerville, Look for America’s Turning Point in the parade.

Living historians and speakers tell stories about our revolutionary past while you enjoy our beautiful parks along the Hudson.

Living historians and speakers tell stories about our revolutionary past while you enjoy our beautiful parks along the Hudson.

Come visit the America’s Turning Point display at the Saratoga County Fair, which will be featuring displays and activities throughout the week.

Living historians and speakers tell stories about our revolutionary past while you enjoy our beautiful parks along the Hudson.

This conference is presented by The Fort Plain Museum and includes a full lineup of speakers for 2023.

Join us for the 2nd Annual Women in War Symposium. The two-day event features a historical trolley tour and a speakers’ symposium focusing on the roles women played during the American Revolution.