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The Age of Aquarius, Saturday, June 13 at 5:30pm

Staatsburgh, N.Y.  (06/05/26) - Get ready to groove! Enjoy an unforgettable evening as we travel forward in time surrounded by Gilded Age opulence to celebrate the spirit of the 1960’s in style at Staatsburgh State Historic Site. Dust off your bell-bottoms, tie on your tie dye, and let your flower power shine at this year’s Friends of Mills at Staatsburgh’s annual summer soiree – The Age of Aquarius!…

Sunday, June 14^th at 2:00pm

Staatsburg, N.Y.  (06/03/26) - Bring your creativity and enjoy a relaxed afternoon crafting in a beautiful historic setting at Staatsburgh State Historic Site on Sunday, June 14^th at 2:00pm. Quilling is the art of creating designs using rolled, shaped, and glued paper. This popular two-hour workshop is led by returning instructor Grace Burns and is perfect for all skill levels.

Wednesdays, 6:00pm-7:00pm

Staatsburg, N.Y. – Calling all music lovers! New York State Parks is pleased to announce its summer music series, Twilight Music at the Walkway. This concert is from 6:00-7:00pm every Wednesday in June, July and August on the Highland (Ulster) side at the Ulster Welcome Center under the pavilion.

Sprayground, Accessible Playground And Signature “Buffalo” Sculpture Highlight New Offerings

Project Creates Affordable New Opportunities To Get Outside On Buffalo’s Outer Harbor Waterfront

Images of the Sprayground Are Available Here

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the opening of transformative improvements to Buffalo Harbor State Park, including a new sprayground, buffalo art sculpture and fountain, enhanced accessible playground, café/retail space, public restrooms and park office. The improvements expand affordable recreational opportunities for residents and visitors alike and add further energy to Buffalo’s Outer Harbor waterfront.

Lewiston, NY –Artpark announces Analog Rewind, a special reunion concert of 5 local iconic bands of the 80’s and 90’s, to benefit Artpark’s Memory Cafe, at Artpark’s Mainstage Theater Terrace in Lewiston, NY, on August 22 at 5:00PM.

Kickoff Event on May 30 Marks 250th Anniversary of American Revolution

Two New Permanent Exhibits Opened

View images here

Kingston, NY – The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic (OPRHP) announced the reopening of the Senate State House Historic Site in Kingston after a $2.5 million restoration and the installation of two new permanent exhibits.

Lewiston, NY – Artpark announces Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening Tour is heading to the Artpark Amphitheater in Lewiston, NY, on September 3 at 7:00PM.

Jason Bonham always finds himself at home behind the drumkit. From this spot, he has anchored the tempo for a myriad of the most legendary artists of all-time. It’s the place where he initially realized his destiny as a kid. It’s a tried-and-true safe harbor for the expression of his purest emotions. It’s a direct conduit to his late father and Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham.

A Great Night Out

Lewiston, NY – Artpark announces legendary performer Roger Daltrey will bring his A Great Night Out Tour to the Artpark Mainstage Theater in Lewiston, NY, on September 17 at 7:30PM.

To Commemorate 250th Anniversary of American Revolution

Parking Will Be Free During Memorial Day Weekend; Aerial Display will Feature 1,000 Illuminated Drones; Reenactment Village To Take Visitors Back to 1776

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced details of a major event at Jones Beach State Park to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution over Memorial Day Weekend, May 23 and 24. Governor Hochul also announced that parking will be free at Jones Beach State Park throughout Memorial Day Weekend, making the event even more affordable and accessible for New York families.