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Join our friends at Campaign for Saratoga 250, Inc. for the 250th Commemoration of Henry Knox's Noble Train Of Artillery Arrival In Saratoga County! For more information on upcoming events, visit Knox250.com ✅ Saturday, December 13th The Noble Train Arrives in Saratoga County! 1PM, Northumberland Knox’s Noble Train procession will arrive from Washington County at the Dix Bridge in Hudson Crossing Park, featuring replica sleds with cannon pulled by draft horses, reenactors and community groups. Washington County 250 will handoff the ceremonial linstock to Saratoga250 before the procession continues down the old Champlain Canal Towpath into Fort Hardy Park in Schuylerville. Knox Fest at Fort Hardy Park 1PM - 4PM, Schuylerville Join us for a celebration of all things Knox! Enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides, living historians from across New England including Knox himself, Gen. Philip Schuyler and others who were integral to the Noble Train and check out the artillery display provided by the 2nd Continental Artillery. Stay toasty warm by the bonfire, with warm beverages and food available for purchase. At 2:30pm, a ceremony will be held honoring the WSHWE BOCES students who built the replica sleds. End the day with a lantern walk through the park, culminating with a twilight artillery salute in honor of Knox, and in coordination with the Friends of Fort Hardy Park’s “Starlight in the Park” celebration. An Evening of Music from Henry Knox’s Time 6:30PM, Mechanicville Join us for an evening with the Musicians of Ma’alwyck, featuring live performance of musical selections popular in Henry Knox’s time. These harmonious delights will be interspersed with passages from diaries and letters that help tell the story of the “Noble Train of Artillery,” delivered by living historians in 18th century attire. Doors open at 6:30pm, concert begins at 7pm. ✅ Sunday, December 14th Noble Train of Artillery Procession & Wreath Laying Ceremony 9AM, Waterford Knox’s Noble Train of Artillery will step off from the Waterford Senior Center and arrive shortly thereafter at Soldiers and Sailors Park in Waterford for a short ceremony at the Knox Trail Marker. It will then proceed to Peebles Island State Park for a brief stop before continuing on to Van Schaick Mansion. The Noble Train Arrives in Albany County! 10:30AM, Cohoes Knox’s Noble Train will arrive at the Van Schaick Mansion, where Saratoga250 will handoff the ceremonial linstock to Albany County250. Immediately following the handoff, the mansion will be open for tours, sleds and horses will be on hand for questions and photos and a bonfire will keep everyone warm. There will be musket and cannon firing demonstrations throughout. At 12pm there will be a dedication ceremony for a granite bench in honor of Knox, given by The Empire State Society SAR.

It's Giving Tuesday, and we truly wouldn't be here without the support of our donors, volunteers and Living Historians. With your help, you can continue to help us bring history to life as we gear up for America’s 250th! There are so many ways to get involved and make an impact: ✅ Monetary donations – Every gift helps us create incredible events and keep history alive ✅ Sponsor an event or activity – Support a location, provide food & drinks, or help fund a program. ✅ Volunteer your time – Join our amazing team behind the scenes. ✅ In-kind contributions – Goods, services, or resources that help bring our events to life. Your support ensures that Saratoga250 continues to share the legacy of America, educate our community, and inspire future generations. 🎯 Get involved today and help us make the next chapter of history unforgettable! #GivingTuesday #Saratoga250 #HistoryComesAlive #Volunteer #SupportLocalHistory

During the American Revolution, days of thanksgiving were declared to recognize moments of extraordinary significance. After General John Burgoyne surrendered at Saratoga in October 1777—a true turning point in the war—the Continental Congress, inspired by this victory, recommended the first national day of thanksgiving. General George Washington proclaimed it for December 18, 1777. A historic marker still stands at the site where Congress met to issue this proclamation, naming Saratoga directly in its text—a reminder that the national tradition of Thanksgiving is deeply rooted in our region’s history. Happy Thanksgiving from Saratoga250. #Thanksgiving #Saratoga250 #AmericanHistory #RevolutionaryWar #Saratoga1777 #Gratitude #Heritage #TurningPoint

A story 250 years in the making. This November, history comes alive on screen... #AmericanRevolutionPBS, a film by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt, premieres a week from tonight, November 16th on @PBS nationwide & @WMHT across our capital region. More than just a war for independence, the American Revolution was a civil war, a world war, and a defining human struggle. It reshaped not only a continent — but the ideals of freedom and democracy across the globe. Through the stories of soldiers, civilians, enslaved people, Loyalists, Indigenous allies, and leaders on every side, the series reveals the virtues, contradictions, and courage that forged our nation. For those of us here in Saratoga, this story feels especially close. It was on these fields — at America’s Turning Point — that hope began to triumph over empire, and the world started to imagine a new kind of future. Mark your calendars for episode 4 on November 19th that includes the Saratoga Campaign of 1777. 📺 “The American Revolution” premieres a week from today, November 16th. Join us tuning in — and reflecting on how far we’ve come, and how the promises of 1776, 1777 through the end of the war in 1783 still call us forward today. And mark your calendars for December 13th & 14th as we bring pivotal history to real life at commemorative events for the 250th anniversary of Henry Knox's Noble Train of Artillery. There's only one chance to mark this 250th milestone through our region that delivered 60 tons of artillery to free Boston of British occupation. Don't miss it! 🔗 Learn more: PBS.org/AmericanRevolution #Saratoga250 #AmericasTurningPoint #AmericanRevolutionPBS #KenBurns #HistoricSaratoga #LivingHistory #RevolutionaryWar #HeritageTourism #HistoryInFocus

❄️ See You in December! ❄️ Join us December 12–14 as we commemorate one of the most extraordinary journeys of the American Revolution, Henry Knox’s Noble Train of Artillery. 🚛 In the winter wilderness of 1775, a 25-year-old, Henry Knox, led a daring expedition to haul 60 tons of artillery from Fort Ticonderoga to Boston, a feat that changed the course of the war and helped secure America’s independence. This December, we honor that courage, community, and determination with family-friendly celebrations, educational exhibits, hands-on learning, and special events across the region. ✨ Be part of the Knox Noble Train of Artillery 250th celebration where stories of bravery, resilience, and unity come to life. 👉 Discover events near you and stay connected, where history comes alive! 📅 December 12–14 | Learn more: https://lnkd.in/guung6Jx 📬 Subscribe today to stay updated on all our commemorations, programs, and family activities throughout the year. #Saratoga250 #AmericasTurningPoint #HenryKnox #NobleTrainOfArtillery #KnoxTrail250 #HistoryComesAlive #RevolutionaryWar #FamilyFriendlyEvents #HistoricSaratoga #PlanYourVisit #AmericanHistory #HeritageTourism #LearnThroughHistory

Fall is Victory Season in Saratoga - make your trip Revolutionary this season! Inspired by PBS’s “Travels With Darley,” the Saratoga Revolutionary Road Trip blends powerful history with modern charm — think battlefields, historic homes, local eats, scenic trails, and small-town treasures.✨ 🗺️ Walk the grounds where America turned the tide of the Revolution, then wind down with cider donuts, local shops, and riverside views that make fall in Saratoga County unforgettable. 🎥 As seen on PBS, this experience is part adventure, part education — and 100% worth the trip. 📍 Whether you're a history buff, foodie, or fall road-tripper, this is your sign to plan your journey through New York’s most storied landscapes. 👉 Start exploring now: https://lnkd.in/gW--CM5h #TravelsWithDarley #SaratogaRoadTrip #RevolutionarySaratoga #HistoricHudsonValley #PBSFeature #AmericanRevolution #FallGetaway #UpstateNY #ExploreSaratoga #HistoryAndCharm

“How Do We Make This Work?” When the unexpected happens, true community shines. Despite national challenges and uncertainty, Saratoga County’s Siege Weekend went on to become a powerful reminder of what unity, history, and heart can accomplish. From dedicated volunteers and living historians to local leaders and families who came to celebrate — the spirit of Saratoga carried the day. “OK, what are we going to do, how do we make this work? And really, the whole team just pulled together. And I think that’s a benefit of having a community that celebrates its history,” said Lauren Roberts, Saratoga County Historian. Lauren Roberts Thank you to everyone who helped make Siege Weekend a success — proof that when a community stands together, history truly comes alive. Read here: https://lnkd.in/gAAfRggk WAMC Northeast Public Radio #Saratoga250 #AmericasTurningPoint #SiegeWeekend #SaratogaHistory #CommunityStrong #HistoricSaratoga

Constitution Day is September 17 — a moment to reflect on the document that framed our nation. But here’s the hidden story: without Saratoga, we may never have had a Constitution at all. In 1776, the Declaration boldly proclaimed independence—but the war that followed nearly broke the new United States. By 1777, Britain was confident it could cut the colonies in two by seizing the Hudson River corridor. The outcome at Saratoga changed everything. ⚔️ The American victory at Saratoga: Secured French ships, troops, and treasure for the Patriot cause. Revived morale at home and silenced skeptics abroad. Ensured the Revolution survived long enough to reach 1783—and true independence. Only after winning independence did Americans have the opportunity to craft a constitutional republic—a government “of the people, by the people, for the people.” So as we honor Constitution Day, remember: from the Declaration to the Constitution, Saratoga was the essential turning point that gave America the chance to shape its destiny. #Saratoga250 #ConstitutionDay #AmericasTurningPoint #VictorySeason #SaratogaHistory