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Volunteer Park Day at Saratoga National Historical Park

April 25, 2026

Saratoga National Historical Park

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Help the National Park Service beautify the park for the summer! Volunteers will assist with winter debris pickup, landscape preparation, and cleaning interpretive signage for the busy visitor season. Volunteers should report to the Visitor Center between 8:30 am and 9:00 am for registration, completion of required paperwork, and instructions.

Local residents and students gathered in Fort Hardy Park October 17th for a Surrender Day celebration. Aaron Shellow-Lavine / WAMC

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Additional Information

Volunteer Service Agreement
Volunteering with the National Park Service requires filling out and signing a Volunteer Service Agreement. This will be sent via email to all who sign up so that it can be filled out in advance. Additional copies will be on hand if this is not possible.
Should I bring any tools or supplies?

Volunteers should be prepared for outdoor activities and the unpredictable April weather of upstate New York. Any needed tools or supplies will be provided.

Is there a rain date?

In the instance of inclement weather, Park Day will be cancelled.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Join Saratoga 250 and the Town of Saratoga Historian, Sean Kelleher for a presentation on Benjamin Franklin’s 1776 journey through the region
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.
Volunteers will assist with winter debris pickup, landscape preparation, and cleaning interpretive signage for the busy visitor season.
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.
Join us for our popular bus tour with speaker and author, Jim Richmond, following the route of the 1780 Ballston Raid.
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.
Combine America’s Turning Point with family fun at the Saratoga County fair with our 18th century era games and live historians.
Come to The Turning Point Parade celebrate America’s victory that changed the world in 1777.
Come to The Turning Point Parade & Festival to celebrate America’s victory that changed the world in 1777.
Step back in time at the Freeman’s Farm Anniversary Encampment at Saratoga National Historical Park. Experience living history demonstrations, reenactors, and programs that bring the pivotal events of 1777 to life.

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