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Albany, NY – New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) and the 250^th Knox Regional Commemoration are hosting events marking the 250^th anniversary of Henry Knox’s Noble Train of Artillery in December 2025 and January 2026.

Dedicated to the Nation’s Founding Principles, New Facility Will Open as the United States Celebrates Its 250th Anniversary

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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.

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.

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.

Howes Cave, NY–The Iroquois Museum in Howes Cave, NY, announced today a grant award totaling $49,500.00 from the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) to support the arts and culture sector.  This grant will be used to bring in traditional dancers and artists.  These events usually occur on Saturdays, June – September, 2026.

Saratoga Springs, N.Y. — One of the most significant collections of American thoroughbred racing trophies in the sport’s history — the Whitney family collection — has been bequeathed to the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame by the late John Hendrickson, the Museum’s former chairman who unexpectedly passed away in August 2024.

Utica, NY – Park Ranger William Sawyer has explored local history for more than 30 years. His research into celebrations from the 1700s shows how different cultures, including Native American, Dutch, German, English, and others, all helped shape the holidays we know today.

Schenectady, NY (December 3, 2025) - Throughout December, Schenectady County Historical Society (SCHS) will welcome guests to its historic sites for a suite of holiday-inspired programs.

The biggest event happening at SCHS is the annual Festival of Trees fundraiser. Over 70 sponsors from local businesses and non-profit organizations have come together to decorate trees in a sparkling blend of wit and whimsy.

“Noble Train Begins”, running December 5-7, commemorates the daunting 300-mile transport of artillery from Fort Ticonderoga to drive the British out of Boston

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Ticonderoga, N.Y.—This week, beginning December 5 and running through December 7, Fort Ticonderoga will celebrate the 250^th anniversary of one of the most ambitious and successful military operations of the American Revolution. Henry Knox’s expedition to bring a “Noble Train of Artillery,” featuring nearly 60 tons of vital military equipment on a 300-mile journey from Fort Ticonderoga to George Washington’s army outside Boston, is one of the Revolution’s most enduring events.