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Sat
15
Aug
Saturday, August 15, 2026 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Fort Montgomery State Historic Site
Using a custom-made diorama and figurines, Steven Caselli of Empire State History will provide a tabletop gaming experience for visitors! Focusing on strategy and tactics, participants will recreate the Battle of Fort Montgomery and learn about the significance of the Hudson River in the Revolutionary War. Registration Required – Program geared to participants ages 12 and up.
Registration: Not required
Sat
05
Sep
Saturday, September 5, 2026 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Fort Montgomery State Historic Site
Presenter Drew Shuptar-Rayvis, cultural ambassador of the
Pocomoke Nation will compare and contrast Dutch relations with the Iroquoians
and Algonkians north and west of the New Netherlands Colony. Trade, material
culture and the life ways of Algonkian people will be contrasted with the Dutch
as well as the Haudenosaunee. This program will explore the complicated and
intertwined politics of the Algonkian/Iroquoian people and the Dutch and other
Europeans of the period. Finally, this program will also give a general
overview of the Dutch/Algonkian wars of the 1640's-1660's and how those
conflicts shaped the waning future of New Netherlands colony and the course of
colonial conflicts and affairs in later periods.
Registration: Not required
Sat
26
Sep
Saturday, September 26, 2026 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Fort Montgomery State Historic Site
(845) 446-2134
During the time of the 18th century 14 percent of all the world's wrought iron was being produced in the American colonies. In this lecture come and learn about the rich history of ironworking and iron production in the Hudson Highlands. Learn how items like the chain that cross the Hudson was created, see historic pieces/artifacts, and experience a live blacksmithing demonstration. All ages are welcome. Please call ahead, Registration is required by calling (845) 446-2134.
Registration: Required
Sat
03
Oct
Saturday, October 3, 2026 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Fort Montgomery State Historic Site
Join the Fort Montgomery Battle Site Association and
the 5th NY Regiment as they commemorate the 249th anniversary of the
battle for Forts Montgomery and Clinton, bringing to life the people who lived
here through military drill, camp life demonstrations, children's activities
and more!
Registration: Not required
Sat
10
Oct
Saturday, October 10, 2026 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Fort Montgomery State Historic Site
Learn what it was like to prepare
for winter in the 18th century! From pickling to drying to salting
and smoking, presenter Tom Hunt will discuss and demonstrate many of the
techniques used in early American food preservation. Program has a hands-on
component for children and is Family-Friendly!
Registration: Not required
Sat
17
Oct
Saturday, October 17, 2026 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Fort Montgomery State Historic Site
Using antique tools presenter Barb Johns will demonstrate how flax was processed into linen thread in the colonial era. The public will have the opportunity to try their hand at the flax break, scutching knife, heckles, and spinning wheel. This Family Friendly program has been a perennial favorite at our site!
Registration: Not required