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WASHINGTON COUNTY HISTORY FESTIVAL
SAT. & SUN., JULY 11-12, 2026
MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR A HISTORIC CELEBRATION
2026 is a monumental year as our nation proudly celebrates its 250th anniversary.
The Washington County 250th Commemoration Committee invites residents and visitors to attend and/or participate in the History Festival they are organizing in celebration of the nation’s 250th commencement!
July 11 & 12, 2026 | Washington County Fairgrounds
Get ready for a weekend dedicated to discovery and celebration of all things Washington County history!
From the county’s role in the Revolution to its impact on civil rights, this free family-friendly festival will feature living history demonstrations, educational displays, food, wagon rides, live music and much more.
Festival Details
- Dates: Saturday July 11 & Sunday July 12
- Times: Sat. 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
Sun. 10:00am – 4:00 pm - Where: Washington County Fairgrounds,
392 Old Schuylerville Road Greenwich, NY 12834
Driving Directions - Admission: FREE
MORE INFO COMING SOON!
Explore the Attractions
These attractions are open throughout the entire festival: Sat. 10:00 am – 8:00 pm, Sun. 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
FARM MUSEUM
Tour Experience
- Motorcoach departure from Whitehall to sites near Valcour Island
- Lunch at the Basin Harbor Resort
- Boat excursion following Arnold’s documented retreat route to Button Bay
- Expert interpretation by Dr. Bruce Venter and Chris Sabick throughout the day
FFA BUILDING
Bob Mowatt
President, Whitehall Historical Society
Executive Director, Skenesborough Museum
Schedule of Events
(Check back often as more events will be added soon!)
Click on an event to learn more about it.
Saturday, July 11
| Time | Location | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| 10:30AM ‒ 11:30AM | Kid’s Corner Location TBA | “It’s Revolutionary” Part I Read by: Debi Craig & Dot Cassey |
| 1:00PM ‒ 2:00PM | Kid’s Corner Location TBA | “It’s Revolutionary” Part II Read by: Debi Craig & Dot Cassey |
| 3:00PM ‒ 4:00PM | Speakers/Youth Building | Through Susan B. Anthony's Eyes: Susan B. Anthony's Childhood in Washington County presented by Debi Craig and Sandy McReynolds |
Sunday, July 12
| Time | Location | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| 10:30AM ‒ 11:30AM | Kid’s Corner Location TBA | “It’s Revolutionary” Part I Read by: Debi Craig & Dot Cassey |
| 11:00AM ‒ 12:00PM | Horse Arena | Dressage Demonstration Speaker(s): Hollie McNeil of Riding Right Farm |
| 2:00PM ‒ 3:00PM | Kid’s Corner Location TBA | “It’s Revolutionary” Part II Read by: Debi Craig & Dot Cassey |
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