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Redefining the Family: The Livingstons and the Institution of Slavery in Early America will be on view at Clermont State Historic Site from June 23, 2024–June 22, 2025.

Germantown, NY – On Sunday, June 23, 2024, Clermont State Historic Site will open its newest exhibition Redefining The Family: The Livingstons and the Institution of Slavery in Early America. Drawn from research completed by Livingston descendant, Pennsylvania State Representative Christopher Rabb, the exhibition explores the life of Rabb’s great-great-great-grandmother Christiana Taylor Livingston Williams Freeman (1812-1909)– who was born to a Black enslaved mother and her enslaver, a White Livingston– and Rabb’s journey validating his family’s oral history about his lineage.

Ticonderoga, NY - Fort Ticonderoga invites you to explore Scottish history, heritage, and culture during our daylong Scots Day celebration on Saturday, June 15, 2024. Discover the heroic stories of Scottish soldiers in the British Army serving at Ticonderoga and North America though the campaigns of the 18th century. Thrill at musket demonstrations that highlight the equipment, clothing, and tactics of the red-coated Scottish soldier, during the defining military campaigns that shaped North America.

Tupper Lake, NY (May 30, 2024) – The Tupper Lake Tinman Triathlon will take place on Saturday, June 29, beginning at 8 a.m. Established in 1983, the race welcomes approximately 700 participants each year and features 5 different races: tinman (1.2-mile swim, 56-mile bike, 13.1-mile run); aquabike (1.2-mile swim, 56-mile bike); team relay (1.2-mile swim, 56-mile bike, 13.1-mile run); Olympic (0.94-mile swim, 24-mile bike, 6.2-mile run); and a sprint (0.6-mile swim, 12.4-mile bike, 3.1 -mile run).

A New Outpost of the Award-Winning Continent Restaurant and Lounge in Atlanta

Located within Hotel Indigo Williamsburg, the new dining experience celebrates Caribbean-Afro-Asian fusion and the bold energy of Brooklyn

Brooklyn, NY – May 29, 2024: Le Cordon Bleu-trained Chef and Restaurateur Scotley Innis and business partner Aliya Huey have unveiled Continent Brooklyn located at Hotel Indigo Williamsburg (500 Metropolitan Avenue, Brooklyn), member of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury & lifestyle portfolio. Opening to the public on June 1, 2024, Continent Brooklyn is a 110-seat, full-service restaurant on the garden level of the design-driven hotel. It offers inventive food & beverage menus with gastronomic inspirations from around the world, including Africa, the Caribbean and Asia, with a Brooklyn edge.

Yonkers, NY (May 30, 2024) — The Hudson River Museum presents two inspired exhibitions opening Friday, June 7 that celebrate new and ongoing relationships with local communities and artists. Neighboring Visions: Westchester Artists Then and Now pairs historical landscape and figurative paintings on loan from the Bronxville Historical Conservancy with contemporary works created by Westchester-based artists. Red Grooms: Drawing "The Bookstore” features never-before-seen preparatory drawings to celebrate the 45th anniversary of this beloved installation, commissioned by the Museum.

Lake George, NY – For 44 years, the Lake George Arts Project’s Summer Concert Series has been a staple of summer evenings in Lake George. This tradition continues in 2024 with another exciting lineup featuring rising stars, regional favorites, and music legends. …

June is LGBTQ+ Pride Month

Albany, N.Y. – The New York State Library announces its upcoming programming for June 2024, including webinars and events related to historical events, genealogical services, small business development assistance, and other exciting topics. The following upcoming free programming requires registration and is available either in person or online, as indicated in each listing.

Albany, NY --  The Downtown Albany Business Improvement District (BID) announces the return of two free event series this summer: State Street Yoga, and Tunesday. State Street Yoga is an outdoor yoga class for all experience levels taking place on the lawn at SUNY Plaza near Broadway and State Street. Tunesday is a free lunchtime concert series featuring a variety of musical talent every Tuesday afternoon in Jim DiNapoli Park at Broadway and Pine Street.