Why did the Oneidas choose to help the colonists in the Revolutionary War? Ron Patterson, an Oneida member (wolf clan), will discuss the structure and traditions of the Oneida Society, the importance of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy and the Oneida’s difficult decision to oppose their Confederacy brethren. The Oneidas made contributions at Valley Forge and other […]
Learn about the history of African-descended soldiers and civilians serving with both the Continental Army and with Loyalist troops in the British Army. Special attention will be paid to individuals serving in New York as well as the impact of the Philipsburg Proclamation, which was signed at Philipse Manor Hall in 1779. Speakers are: Sarah […]
Paul Staiti, Professor and Art Historian at Mount Holyoke College, will explore the American Revolution through the lives and works of five artists – Charles Wilson Peale, John Singleton Copley, John Trumbull, Benjamin West and Gilbert Stuart – who created iconic images that shaped the new nation’s identity, all while navigating political allegiances and personal […]
Women played many important roles during the Revolution, most overlooked in standard histories. They managed the farm or family business, supported husbands on military marches and raised money to support the Patriot cause, among other things. Join Gretchen Maresco of the Henrick Hudson DAR to learn more about this lesser-known topic. No charge to attend.
