250th Anniversary Home • Washington County NY

JOIN US IN CELEBRATION

To mark the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution’s first military engagement, historic sites nationwide are gearing up to share how they played a part in our Great American Tapestry. Throughout the next few years leading up to the event, we’ll highlight how local events, people and inventions helped shape the course of a modern nation.

WASHINGTON COUNTY:
THEN AND NOW

Of course, Washington County’s impact extends far beyond the Revolutionary War! From the abolition movement to the Industrial Revolution, Washington County & its residents were at the forefront of change.

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HENRY KNOX TRAIL REENACTMENT

Join us in Fort Edward, NY for a once-in-a-lifetime reenactment of the Henry Knox Trail! Step back in time to become part of the “noble train of artillery” that Knox led from Crown Point to Boston in the winter of 1775. Gather your friends and get ready to join the march on December 13, 2025!

NEW: Tune into the recent episode of “Lake George Battlefield Moments” to hear historian Patrick Niles talk about local history, the Knox Trail Reenactment and this year’s historic twist on the annual Flannel Fall Crawl.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE KNOX TRAIL

DIVE IN & LEARN MORE ABOUT HOW WHAT HAPPENED BACK THEN STILL AFFECTS LIFE TODAY:

WASHINGTON COUNTY
250TH ANNIVERSARY
CELEBRATION CALENDAR

Experience living history during Washington County’s many planned upcoming events! These unforgettable events will breathe life into the stories of the past through gripping tales, reenactments, demonstrations, historically-inspired events and much, much more.

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