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Dramatic Reenactment of Iconic NYC Act of Rebellion, 250 Years Later to the Day

Thursday, July 9 at 12:00 Noon

New York, N.Y. - On Thursday, July 9, The New York Historical will commemorate the 250th anniversary of one of the American Revolution’s most dramatic acts of rebellion by toppling a towering replica of King George III’s statue, recreating the iconic moment that followed the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence in Lower Manhattan on July 9, 1776. Exactly 250 years to the day later, witness history come to life as the museum reenacts the historic moment when an inspired group of Revolutionary soldiers and sailors pulled down a gilded lead equestrian statue of the British monarch.

Transformative Funding Will Protect Delicate 18th-Century Architecture While Modernizing Visitor Experience and Community Education

New Paltz, NY — Historic Huguenot Street (HHS) today announced it has been awarded a $2 million Capital Project grant from the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA). The funding, announced as part of a historic $82.2 million statewide arts infrastructure initiative by Governor Kathy Hochul, will directly support the construction of HHS’s proposed Education and Visitor Center. This strategic investment will help alleviate structural stress on the National Historic Landmark District’s 300-year-old stone houses by transitioning administrative, educational, and visitor services into a new, purpose-built facility.

Gloversville, N.Y. - Join the Fulton County Historical Society on special Thursday mornings for Hands on History at the museum! Each week, we’ll focus on a different theme and use our exhibits and collections to explore these themes in local history. We’ll finish the morning with an activity. This FREE program is geared toward kids ages 5-10, but all kiddos welcome! All programs begin at 11am and are about one hour.

New Curator-Led Collections Tour, Musical Program, and Archaeological Experience Join Returning Favorites During America’s 250th Commemoration Season

Ticonderoga, N.Y. - Fort Ticonderoga has announced an expanded lineup of premium behind-the-scenes, after-hours, and curator-led programs for the summer of 2026 — offering visitors rare access to original collections, historic landscapes, and expert-guided experiences unavailable through general admission. Three new programs join four returning favorites as Fort Ticonderoga leads the nation as a premier destination for America’s 250th commemoration.

Revolutionary New York Highlights More Than 200 Artifacts, Rare Documents, and Immersive Displays to Explore 250 Years of Freedom, Equality, and Civic Change

Albany, N.Y. - The New York State Museum today announced the opening of Revolutionary New York, a major new exhibition commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and bringing to life New York’s central role in shaping American democracy. 

Opening to the public on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, and remaining on display for several years, the nearly 7,000-square-foot exhibition brings together more than 200 artifacts, rare documents, immersive displays, interactive elements, and powerful stories that connect the Revolution’s founding ideals to the continuing pursuit of freedom, equality, justice, and civic responsibility across generations.

Weekly themed events from July 11 to September 5 feature hands-on crafts, live demonstrations, and interactive family activities.

Sleepy Hollow, NY (June 22, 2026) – Historic Hudson Valley is pleased to announce the popular Summer Saturdays series will return to Philipsburg Manor in Sleepy Hollow this season. The weekly family-friendly series will run July 11 through September 5 with programming that connects regional colonial history with hands-on learning and fun through themed activities, art projects, and self-guided tours of the National Historic Landmark.

Exhibition Opening Reception: Friday, July 3 from 6-9PM
Live Event: Thursday, July 16 at 6:30PM

Binghamton, NY – Broome County Arts Council (BCAC) is pleased to announce The America 250 Project, July 2026 at Art Path Gallery, 223 State Street in Binghamton.