Events
Please call the individual sites directly to inquire about the events listed below.
Events must be related to the themes of the Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area and be heritage, cultural, historical, and/or recreational/trail related.
THE SPY AND THE TRAITOR: The André – Arnold Affair Day Trip
Apr 11, 2026 8:45 AM to Oct 10, 2026, 3:30 PM Location: 213 Blue Hill Road, Pearl River, NY 10965 On September 22, 1780, General Benedict Arnold and British Major John André met along the Hudson River to plot the surrender of West Point, an act of treason that forever changed American history. Join the Historical Society of Rockland County for a captivating day trip that brings this story to life at the very places where it unfolded. More...
Bicentennial Bash!
Apr 18, 2026 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM Location: 196 Chief Bill Harris Way Join the Orangetown Historical Museum & Archives for its “Bicentennial Bash” on April 18, 2026at the historic DePew House in Orangeburg. Celebrate the historic events that marked Orangetown’s Revolutionary past. Also get the chance to see its current exhibit - 1776 / 1976, FROM DEMOCRACY TO DISCO. More...
Celebration of the Cessation of Hostilities
Apr 19, 2026 1:00 PM Location: 374 Temple Hill Road, New Windsor NY 12553 Join us on Sunday, April 19 at 1:00 PM for a special program on the anniversary of the cessation of hostilities and its impact on New Windsor Cantonment and the Continental Army. More...
Choosing Liberty: The American Revolution through the Eyes of a Patriot
May 1, 2026 10:00 AM to Jun 15, 2026, 5:00 PM Location: 472 Route 403 This exhibit depicts the major battles of the American Revolution tough the experiences of Col. Nicholas Fish. There is an opening reception Friday, May 1 at 5:30 p.m. More...
REVOLUTIONARY BLACKS: Discovering the Frank Brothers, Freeborn Men of Color, Soldiers of Independence
May 1, 2026 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM Location: 19 Jaffray Park, Irvington, NY 10533 Author Shirley L. Green presents the fascinating history of the Frank brothers, free men of color, who served in the Rhode Island Regiment. Q & A and reception to follow. More...
Albany History Fair 2026
May 3, 2026 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM Location: 523 S Pearl St Each year, the Albany History Fair brings together public audiences and heritage sites to explore a unique theme in Albany’s history and collaboratively market thematically linked programming. Historic Cherry Hill is proud to be partnering with the Underground Railroad Education Center and Schuyler Mansion to present the 27th annual Albany History Fair. More...
Founder's Day - Meet the Warwick Patriots
May 17, 2026 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM Location: Gen. John Hathorn Historic Site/Old Stone House Inn, 21 Hathorn Road Warwick NY 10990 A free living history day to “meet and greet” descendants of Warwick’s Founding Veterans and other volunteers, and and learn about their service and life in our community during the Revolutionary War. More...
The 4th Annual Rochambeau Festival
Jun 6, 2026 10:00 AM to Jun 7, 2026, 5:00 PM Location: 99 Moseman Road, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 A two day immersive living history experience, educating families, history enthusiasts, students, and teachers alike about the Revolutionary War and our nation's 250th anniversary of independence. More...The Losses and Services of the American Loyalists in Poughkeepsie
Jun 14, 2026 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM Location: 80 Washington Street, Poughkeepsie NY 12601 During the American Revolution, not everyone was a patriot. Poughkeepsie had its mix of patriots, loyalists, and people who simply didn't care either way. Those who decided to remain loyal to the crown were not always treated with the respect they once were. Join Historian Shannon Butler as she presents her research on the small but active community of loyalists of Poughkeepsie. More...