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“Revolutionary Road Trips” Featuring Saratoga @Smithsonian

January 18, 2024

Smithsonian Ripley Center

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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. Panelists include Saratoga 250 Commission Chair, County Historian Lauren Roberts. She will highlight stories of the Turning Point victory at Saratoga.

Event Details

  • Start Time:

    6:45pm, Online tickets available & will hear discussion until 8:15pm EDT.

  • Location:

    Smithsonian Ripley Center 1100 Jefferson Dr SW, Washington, DC

  • Speakers:
    • Lauren Roberts, “Saratoga County Historian & Saratoga 250 Chair”
    • Dave Duncan, “President, American Battlefield Trust”
    • Darley Newman, “Emmy nominated host, producer & writer”
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Additional Information

“Travels with Darley” is a 10-year running travel destination show airing on nearly all PBS stations nationwide. It is also streamed on services including The Smithsonian, Amazon Prime and others. Emmy winning producer and host, Darley Newman, produced an episode on Saratoga’s revolutionary heritage and featuring many hospitality destinations. It will be released in her upcoming 2024 season and among the first six episodes dedicated to “Revolutionary Road Trips.” Saratoga’s episode is likely to air in March – April 2024.

For nearly 60 years, Smithsonian Associates—the world’s largest museum-based education program—has produced vibrant educational and cultural programming that brings the Smithsonian to life. Inspired by the Smithsonian’s research, collections and exhibitions nearly 1,000 public programs spark creativity and excite learning in people of all ages each year.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Revolution on the Hudson, Part 1

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

Saratoga County Fair

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

Revolution on the Hudson, Part 2

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

Revolution on the Hudson, Part 3

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

Turning Point Parade

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.

Ballston Spa Family Fun Day

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.

Annual Wreath Laying Ceremony

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

Family History Day

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

Saratoga Siege Encampment

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.

Surrender Day Ceremony

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.
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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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