Presented by Winifred Gallagher Award winning author and local resident, Winifred Gallagher, will examine the surprising role of the postal service in our nation’s political, social, economic, and physical development.
Saturday & Sunday, November 8 & 9 | 11 AM – 3 PM Take a step back in time and be immersed into an 18th Century Holiday journey at the […]
Saturday & Sunday, November 8 & 9 | 11 AM – 3 PM Take a step back in time and be immersed into an 18th Century Holiday journey at the […]
Our gift shop is overflowing with Holiday Treasures: Antiques, Retro Children’s Toys, Candles, Books, Cards, Ornaments, Wrapping Paper, Peppermint Pigs, Beautiful Advent Calendars, Knit Hats and Mittens, Felt Animals, Jam, […]
Our gift shop is overflowing with Holiday Treasures: Antiques, Retro Children’s Toys, Candles, Books, Cards, Ornaments, Wrapping Paper, Peppermint Pigs, Beautiful Advent Calendars, Knit Hats and Mittens, Felt Animals, Jam, […]
Join us for this free event. Carols will be sung and cocoa and cider sipped. Music accompaniment will be by BARDS OF THE GLEN.
Jack Kelly, public scholar, historian, and novelist, will discuss the history and legacy of the infamous Benedict Arnold, probably the most famous Revolutionary War soldier after George Washington, because of his treason. We will hear an overview of Arnold’s life and achievements and gain a better understanding of him and the Revolutionary War. Copies of […]
Eric Schnitzer, military historian at Saratoga National Park, will provide an overview of the military campaign which resulted in the Battles of Saratoga, leading to the first surrender of a British army in world history! Crowned the world’s “Battle of the Millenium” by the New York Times, Saratoga is generally hailed as the turning point […]
For more than 30 years, Ron Toelke has participated in historic reenactments, learning the use of such firearms as the British Brown Bess, various French muskets and other period flintlock weapons. He helped form a Revolutionary War reenactment group of the 7th Albany militia, and later, units of the Continental First New York Regiment. Several […]
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, […]
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 […]
On the grounds of Old Austerlitz. Early 19th century craft demonstrations, antiques, artists, wares, children’s activities, live music and blueberry pancakes. Event will happen RAIN or SHINE. Admission: Adults – […]
