NEWSLETTERDec 11, 2025
Albany, NY – New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) and the 250th Knox Regional Commemoration are hosting events marking the 250th anniversary of Henry Knox’s Noble Train of Artillery in December 2025 and January 2026.
Dec 10, 2025
December 6-7 and December 13-14, 2025, 12-5 PM, Wassaic Project, Maxon Mills
Wassaic, NY (December 1, 2025) — Wassaic Project is pleased to announce its first-ever Winter Wonderland Market to benefit arts education.
Join the Wassaic Project inside Maxon Mills to celebrate the season and benefit Wassaic Project arts education. From playful art kits and stocking stuffers to one-of-a-kind pieces and creative gift wrap, we’ve got all your holiday essentials covered. Plus, browse a special selection of fine art and limited edition prints created by artist-in-residence alumni.
Dec 10, 2025
Dedicated to the Nation’s Founding Principles, New Facility Will Open as the United States Celebrates Its 250th Anniversary
New York, NY (December 9, 2025) — Dr. Louise Mirrer, president and CEO of The New York Historical, today announced that the institution will open its new Tang Wing for American Democracy on June 18, 2026, greatly expanding both the landmark building and The Historical’s wide-ranging schedule of exhibitions, educational initiatives, and public programs. Dedicated to the history and future of the nation’s founding principles, the 71,000-square-foot Tang Wing will open as the United States launches the celebration of its 250th anniversary.
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New York & London (December 10, 2025) – Universal Music Group (UMG), the world leader in music-based entertainment, in partnership with UMusic Hospitality & Lifestyle, its entertainment driven hospitality venture, today announced the opening of two new UMusic Shop locations in New York and London, dedicated to reimagining the fan experience.
Newburgh, N.Y. - Celebrate the Holidays at Washington’s Headquarters State Historic Site in Newburgh on Sunday, December 14 from 1-4 pm. With the Hasbrouck House closed for restoration, the museum will be the headquarters for festivities.
Dec 10, 2025
Current Exhibition Closes December 21
Cold Spring Harbor, NY — Join Preservation Long Island on December 13, 2025, for “Portraits and Patterns,” a family-friendly afternoon of exploration and creativity inspired by Long Island artist F. Edwin Church, whose work is featured in our current exhibition, Making a Name for Himself: The Life & Art of F. Edwin Church on view through December 21, 2025.
Dec 09, 2025
Oswego, New York - Since opening its doors in 2020, Oswego’s holistic wellness destination has served over 15,000 customers, guided clients on 15,000 float therapy sessions and has had over 400 members throughout the five years.
Rochester, N.Y. (Dec. 9, 2024) — Marc Iacona and John Nugent, producers of the Rochester International Jazz Festival in partnership with Rochester Regional Health, announced 13 additional artists who will join the festival’s signature Club Pass series at multiple venues.
Dec 09, 2025
Opening December 13
Rochester, NY (December 9, 2025) — The Memorial Art Gallery (MAG) invites visitors to explore a selection of American still lifes spanning from the 1800s to the present in recognition of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Desire and Abundance: American Culture and the Still Life features works from MAG’s collection and will be on view December 13, 2025, through July 5, 2026, in the Forman Gallery.
December 13 & 20, 2025
Staatsburg, N.Y. (12/09/25) — A stunning and festive touring experience awaits you in one of the great estates of the Hudson Valley. While touring Staatsburgh State Historic Site’s Beaux-Arts country home for A Gilded Age Christmas, enjoy live classical guitar performed by Dan Stevens. Stevens will perform a selection of holiday tunes and classical guitar standards in the mansion’s formal dining room on Saturdays, December 13 and 20, from 1:00pm to 3:00pm. The music is included in the site admission price.
