BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Austerlitz Historical Society - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Austerlitz Historical Society X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://oldausterlitz.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Austerlitz Historical Society REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T203736 CREATED:20260313T195006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T145931Z UID:5049-1776002400-1776002400@oldausterlitz.org SUMMARY:CANCELLED: God Save Benedict Arnold: The True Story of America’s Most Hated Man DESCRIPTION: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 Kelly’s Benedict Arnold book (a finalist for the New England Book Awards) and his latest – “Thomas Paine’s War: The Words that Rallied a Nation and the Founder for our Time” will be available for purchase. \nNo charge to attend. URL:https://oldausterlitz.org/event/god-save-benedict-arnold-the-true-story-of-americas-most-hated-man/ LOCATION:The Old Church\, 11550 NY-22\, Austerlitz\, NY\, 12017\, United States CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://oldausterlitz.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/god-save-benedict-arnold.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T203736 CREATED:20260313T195449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T203727Z UID:5053-1777816800-1777816800@oldausterlitz.org SUMMARY:The Turning Point of the American Revolution: The Battles of Saratoga DESCRIPTION: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 of the Revolutionary War. \nNo charge to attend. URL:https://oldausterlitz.org/event/the-turning-point-of-the-american-revolution-the-battles-of-saratoga/ LOCATION:The Old Church\, 11550 NY-22\, Austerlitz\, NY\, 12017\, United States CATEGORIES:American Revolution,Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oldausterlitz.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/the-turning-point.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T203736 CREATED:20260315T161445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T203722Z UID:5082-1779026400-1779026400@oldausterlitz.org SUMMARY:Firearms of the American Revolution DESCRIPTION: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. \nSeveral reproduction flintlock firearms will be demonstrated along with the necessary accouterments and other items needed to operate these weapons. There will be no live firing. \nNo charge to attend. URL:https://oldausterlitz.org/event/firearms-of-the-american-revolution/ LOCATION:The Old Church\, 11550 NY-22\, Austerlitz\, NY\, 12017\, United States CATEGORIES:American Revolution,Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://oldausterlitz.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/powder-and-muskets-new.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T203736 CREATED:20260315T162146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T203718Z UID:5090-1781445600-1781445600@oldausterlitz.org SUMMARY:The Oneida Nation\, America’s First Allies DESCRIPTION: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 campaigns and battles of the Revolutionary War. \nNo charge to attend. URL:https://oldausterlitz.org/event/the-oneida-nation-americas-first-allies/ LOCATION:The Old Church\, 11550 NY-22\, Austerlitz\, NY\, 12017\, United States CATEGORIES:American Revolution,Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oldausterlitz.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/the-oneida.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T203736 CREATED:20260315T180806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T203713Z UID:5095-1782655200-1782655200@oldausterlitz.org SUMMARY:The History of African-Descended Soldiers and Civilians Serving in the Revolutionary War DESCRIPTION: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. \nSpeakers are:\nSarah Wassberg Johnson is the programs and education manager at Philipse Manor Hall State Historic site in Yonkers\, NY. She has a master’s in public history from the University at Albany and has been working in history museums since 2007. She started her research into Black loyalists and patriots in 2023 and hasn’t stopped since. \nMatt Thorenz\, a historian who specializes In the American Revolutionary period and writes about the Black experience in the Continental Army since 2015. He has a master’s in information science from SUNY Albany and serves as the Local History & Government Docs Librarian at Newburgh Free Library. \nNo charge to attend. URL:https://oldausterlitz.org/event/the-history-of-african-descended-soldiers-and-civilians-serving-in-the-revolutionary-war/ LOCATION:The Old Church\, 11550 NY-22\, Austerlitz\, NY\, 12017\, United States CATEGORIES:American Revolution,Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oldausterlitz.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/african-american-soldier.jpeg-002.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T203736 CREATED:20260315T182252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T182108Z UID:5104-1785056400-1785078000@oldausterlitz.org SUMMARY:25th Annual Blueberry Festival DESCRIPTION:On the grounds of Old Austerlitz. Early 19th century craft demonstrations\, antiques\, artists\, wares\, children’s activities\, live music and blueberry pancakes. \nEvent will happen RAIN or SHINE. \nAdmission:\nAdults – $10\nUnder 12 – free \nThere is an additional charge for the pancake breakfast:\nAdults – $10\nChildren under 12 – $5 URL:https://oldausterlitz.org/event/25th-annual-blueberry-festival/ LOCATION:Old Austerlitz Historical Society\, 11550 State Route 22\, Austerlitz\, NY\, 12017\, United States CATEGORIES:Festivals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oldausterlitz.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Screenshot-2026-03-15-at-2.24.27-PM-e1773599120502.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T203736 CREATED:20260315T181212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T203711Z UID:5098-1791122400-1791122400@oldausterlitz.org SUMMARY:Of Arms and Artists: The American Revolution through Painters' Eyes DESCRIPTION: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 challenges. \nNo charge to attend. URL:https://oldausterlitz.org/event/of-arms-and-artists-the-american-revolution-through-painters-eyes/ LOCATION:The Old Church\, 11550 NY-22\, Austerlitz\, NY\, 12017\, United States CATEGORIES:American Revolution,Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oldausterlitz.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/the-american-revolution-through-painters-eyes-of-arms-and-artists.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T203736 CREATED:20260315T181523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T203705Z UID:5101-1792332000-1792332000@oldausterlitz.org SUMMARY:The Roles of Women in the American Revolution DESCRIPTION: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. \nNo charge to attend. URL:https://oldausterlitz.org/event/the-roles-of-women-in-the-american-revolution/ LOCATION:The Old Church\, 11550 NY-22\, Austerlitz\, NY\, 12017\, United States CATEGORIES:American Revolution,Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oldausterlitz.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/women-of-the-american-revolution.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261107T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261107T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T203736 CREATED:20260315T183509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T183509Z UID:5111-1794049200-1794063600@oldausterlitz.org SUMMARY:Holiday House 2026 DESCRIPTION:Please join us for complimentary beverages\, our famous soup sale\, sandwiches\, potted bulbs\, gifts and stocking stuffers for sale. Thanksgiving and Christmas décor\, Hanukkah items\, bake sale\, and quilt raffle. \nFree admission URL:https://oldausterlitz.org/event/holiday-house-2026/ LOCATION:Old Austerlitz Historical Society\, 11550 State Route 22\, Austerlitz\, NY\, 12017\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oldausterlitz.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Wreath-and-bow_4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261108T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261108T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T203736 CREATED:20260315T183735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T183735Z UID:5114-1794135600-1794150000@oldausterlitz.org SUMMARY:Holiday House 2026 DESCRIPTION:Please join us for complimentary beverages\, our famous soup sale\, sandwiches\, potted bulbs\, gifts and stocking stuffers for sale. Thanksgiving and Christmas décor\, Hanukkah items\, bake sale\, and quilt raffle. \nFree admission URL:https://oldausterlitz.org/event/holiday-house-2026-nov-8/ LOCATION:Old Austerlitz Historical Society\, 11550 State Route 22\, Austerlitz\, NY\, 12017\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oldausterlitz.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Wreath-and-bow_4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261205T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261205T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T203736 CREATED:20260315T182955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T182955Z UID:5109-1796486400-1796486400@oldausterlitz.org SUMMARY:Carols and Cocoa DESCRIPTION:Join us for this free event. Carols will be sung and cocoa and cider will be sipped. \nMusic accompaniment will be by Bards of the Glen. URL:https://oldausterlitz.org/event/carols-and-cocoa/ LOCATION:The Old Church\, 11550 NY-22\, Austerlitz\, NY\, 12017\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oldausterlitz.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Screen-Shot-2025-11-24-at-9.01.29-AM.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR