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SUMMARY:Henry Knox Library Trail
DESCRIPTION:Oct. 1st – Dec. 16th\nHenry Knox Library Trail\nFollow his legendary trail and relive the bold journey of the Noble Train of Artillery.\nVisit nine libraries along the trail\, pick up a Knox Trail Map\, and have it stamped. Turn in your completed map and receive your award (a patch).\nBolton Free Library\, Caldwell-Lake George Library\, Crandall Public Library\, Hudson Falls Free Library\, Fort Edward Free Library\, Schuylerville Public Library\, Stillwater Public Library\, Mechanicville Public Library\, Waterford Public Library.
URL:https://wchs-ny.org/event/henry-knox-library-trail/
LOCATION:Wing- Northup House\, 167 Boadway\, Fort Edward\, NY\, 12828\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County 250th Committee":MAILTO:wchs@wchs-ny.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251106T173000
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SUMMARY:250th Anniversary of the Revolution Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:250th Anniversary of the Revolution Committee Meeting – All members of the General Public are welcome to attend. \n 
URL:https://wchs-ny.org/event/250th-anniversary-of-the-revolution-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Rogers Island Visitor Center\, 11 Rogers Island Drive\, Fort Edward\, NY\, 12828\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County 250th Committee":MAILTO:wchs@wchs-ny.org
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SUMMARY:In the Middle of History: Military Service of Salem's Citizens (1756-1865) The French and Indian War to the U.S. Civil War\, the First 100 Years
DESCRIPTION:Alec McMorris will present “In the Middle of History: Military Service of Salem’s Citizens (1756-1865) The French and Indian War to the U.S. Civil War\, the First 100 Years   \nNovember 6\, 2025  6:30 p.m. Historic Salem Courthouse\, East Broadway\, Salem\, NY. The talk is sponsored by the Salem Town Historian’s Office.  \nSalem has a long and distinguished history of service to our country. From the first settlers\, one of whom was a Rogers’ Ranger\, the Salem Militia fighting off the Massachusetts Milita\, to our two Medal of Honor recipients. During the talk\, Alec will share some facts and stories about the military exploits of Salem residents\, during the first 100 years of Salem. A follow-up talk will cover the last 160 years.  \nAlec McMorris was born and raised in Salem. He was a 1996 graduate of Salem Washington Academy. Alec earned a Bachelor of Arts in History at the Virginia Military Institute in 2000. He retired in 2020 after serving 20 years Active Duty in the United State Army. Alec worked for 3 years as a contractor for the U.S. Department of State and moved back to Washington County in 2023. He was previously a member of the World War II Airborne Demonstration Team and the Songs of the American Revolution. Alec is a current member of the American Legion\, Francis J. Clark Post 812\, The 82nd Airborne Division Association and is currently serving as a Trustee on the Board of the Washington County Historical Society.  \nHe loves studying history\, particularly the areas of local history\, U.S. Colonial history\, U.S. and European Military History as well as Irish and Scottish history.  \nAlec currently lives in the Town of White creek with his wife Crystal McMorris.  \nThe program is free and open to the public. Donations are gladly accepted. 
URL:https://wchs-ny.org/event/in-the-middle-of-history-military-service-of-salems-citizens-1756-1865-the-french-and-indian-war-to-the-u-s-civil-war-the-first-100-years/
LOCATION:Historic Salem Courthouse\, 58 East Broadway\, Salem\, NY\, 12865\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Town Historian's Office":MAILTO:shistorian2@outlook.com
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SUMMARY:Sneak Peek & Panel Discussion: "The American Revolution"
DESCRIPTION:Sneak Peek & Panel Discussion: “The American Revolution”\nSunday\, November 9 at 4 p.m.\nThe Strand Theatre\, 210 Main Street\, Hudson Falls\, NY\n \nHudson Falls\, NY — The community is invited to an exclusive sneak peek of “The American Revolution\,” a new documentary by Ken Burns\, Sarah Botstein\, and David Schmidt. A special preview clip will be shown on Sunday\, November 9\, at 4 p.m. at The Strand Theatre\, 210 Main Street\, Hudson Falls.\n\nThis event offers a captivating glimpse into the military history of the American Revolution\, exploring key moments that shaped the nation’s founding. Following the screening\, a panel discussion will feature a diverse group of historians\, community leaders\, and local experts who will share their insights on the military\, cultural\, and social significance of the Revolutionary era.\n\nAdmission is free\, with donations gratefully accepted to benefit both the Washington County Historical Society and The Strand Theatre. Although seating is on a general admission basis\, pre-registration is appreciated. To register\, please visit Https://tinyurl.com/3kk8yhnb or call 518-746-2287.\nThis event is presented in partnership with the Washington County 250th Commemoration Committee\, Washington County Historical Society\, The Strand Theatre\, WMHT\, and PBS.\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to be one of the first to experience history on the big screen and join the conversation about America’s fight for independence. The full documentary premieres November 16\, 2025\, on PBS.\n\nEvent schedule:\nDoors open: 3:30 p.m.\nWelcoming remarks: 4:00 p.m.\nScreening begins: 4:25 p.m.\nPanel discussion: 5:15 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.\n\nThe theatre’s café will be open for purchase of refreshments.\n\nCorporate funding for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by Bank of America. Major funding was provided by The Better Angels Society and its members Jeannie and Jonathan Lavine\, with the Crimson Lion Foundation\, and the Blavatnik Family Foundation. Major funding was also provided by David M. Rubenstein; The Robert D. and Patricia E. Kern Family Foundation; Lilly Endowment Inc.; and the following Better Angels Society members: Eric and Wendy Schmidt; Stephen A. Schwarzman; and Kenneth C. Griffin with Griffin Catalyst. Additional support for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by: The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations; The Pew Charitable Trusts; Gilbert S. Omenn and Martha A. Darling; Park Foundation; and the following Better Angels Society members: Gilchrist and Amy Berg; Perry and Donna Golkin; The Michelson Foundation; Jacqueline B. Mars; Kissick Family Foundation; Diane and Hal Brierley; John H. N. Fisher and Jennifer Caldwell; John and Catherine Debs; The Fullerton Family Charitable Fund; Philip I. Kent; Gail Elden; Deborah and Jon Dawson; David and Susan Kreisman; The McCloskey Family Charitable Trust; Becky and Jim Morgan; Carol and Ned Spieker; Mark A. Tracy; and Paul and Shelley Whyte. THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was made possible\, in part\, with support from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.\n\n#                             #                             #\n\n\n\nAmy Hoffer\nTourism & Economic Development Specialist\nWashington County Planning\n518-746-2287\n      \nSee Taste Explore Stay\nFacebook | Events | YouTube
URL:https://wchs-ny.org/event/sneak-peek-panel-discussion-the-american-revolution/
LOCATION:The Strand Theater\, 210 Main St.\, Hudson Falls\, NY\, 12839\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Historical Society":MAILTO:wchs@wchs-ny.org
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SUMMARY:November Local History Book Club
DESCRIPTION:November 12\, 2025 Meeting of WCHS Local History Book Club \nWashington County Historical Society’s Local History Book Club will meet from 12:30 to 1:30 PM on Wednesday\, November 12\, at Jermain United Methodist Church\, 6 Niles Road\, Eagle Bridge. This is a hamlet in the town of White Creek. \nDiscussion focus is Philip Embury (1728-1773) who established the second Methodist Church in America in Ash Grove\, in Washington County. Born in County Limerick\, Ireland\, he came to America in 1760 and began preaching Methodism to a small group in NY city. Together they built a church that became John Street Methodist Church\, the first Methodist Church in this country. In 1770 a group from the church moved to Camden Valley\, Salem\, where they began building homes. They established a church in what is now the town of White Creek. Embury died from exhaustion while haying in a field. More information about the life of this preacher can be found online\, including his entry on findagrave.com. \nHis remains were twice moved and are now in Woodlands Cemetery in Cambridge. \nFuture sessions of the club will feature books about the larger Adirondack area as well as works by local authors.  Upcoming topics include; Charles Evans Hughes\, NY governor; flax and linen production; and slavery in Washington County.  For additional information\, email Connie Harris Farrington at connieandlee@roadrunner.com \n 
URL:https://wchs-ny.org/event/november-local-history-book-club/
LOCATION:Jermain United Methodist Church\, 6 Niles Road\, Eagle Bridge\, NY\, 12057\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Historical Society":MAILTO:wchs@wchs-ny.org
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SUMMARY:Henry Knox's Heavy Metal Tour: Knox Noble Train of Artillery through Warren\, Washington\, and Saratoga Counties
DESCRIPTION:“Henry Knox’s Heavy Metal Tour: Knox Noble Artillery Train travels through Warren\, Washington\, and Saratoga Counties \nThe Washington County Historical Society and the Hebron Preservation Society are pleased to present “Henry Knox’s Heavy Metal Tour: Knox Nobile Artillery Train travels through Warren\, Washington and Saratoga Counties”\, a talk by Patrick Niles on Thursday\, November 13\, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. The program will take place at the former East Hebron Presbyterian Church at 6559 State Route 22 in East Hebron (Salem). The church is 7 miles north of Salem and 10 miles south of Granville. The talk will focus on the movement of Knox Artillery Train through the North Country in 1775 and how that event changed national and world history. It will include local and national figures: Benedict Arnold\, Philip Schuyler\, George Washington\, William Duer\, John Becker\, William Knox\, and Henry Knox. The presentation will concentrate on the route of Knox and the artillery train through Warren County (a frozen Lake George)\, Washington County (first Hudson River crossing\, blizzard which found Knox on foot for over six miles)\, Saratoga (two river crossings\, one of which saw an 18-pound cannon go through the ice on the Mohawk River). At the end of the program\, there will be an explanation of the 2025 Knox Noble Artillery Train Reenactment in December 2025. \nPat is currently President of the Washington County Historical Society. He is co-chair of the Washington County 250th Committee. Pat is a licensed guide at the Saratoga National Historic Park. He is a member of the Capital Region Knox Trail Reenactment Committee and currently is a Trustee of the Lake George Battlefield Alliance. He has been a volunteer at the Bennington Battlefield and Rogers Island and has participated in archeological digs there. Pat is a founder of the Revolutionary Round Table. He has researched the Great Burning\, Carleton’s raid on northern New York\, Charlotte County militia (Washington County\, NY)\, and its role in the Revolution\, as well as the Battles of Lake George\, Military Road\, Baum’s March\, and the Battles of Saratoga and Bennington. \nThe program is free and open to the public. Donations are gladly accepted. For more information\, please call 518/854-3102. Come celebrate history in your own backyard. We hope you will join us for this interesting and informative program.
URL:https://wchs-ny.org/event/henry-knoxs-heavy-metal-tour-knox-noble-train-of-artillery-through-warren-washington-and-saratoga-counties/
LOCATION:Hebron United Presbyterian Church East\, 6559 NYS State Rte. 22\, Salem\, NY\, 12865\, United States
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SUMMARY:November Monthly Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:November Monthly Board Meeting \n6:30pm at the Wing-Northup House \n167 broadway\, Fort Edward \nAll members are welcome to attend. \n 
URL:https://wchs-ny.org/event/november-monthly-board-meeting/
LOCATION:Wing- Northup House\, 167 Boadway\, Fort Edward\, NY\, 12828\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Historical Society":MAILTO:wchs@wchs-ny.org
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SUMMARY:Holiday Open House
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Open House \nWashington County Historical Society Winter Open House \nNovember 29th\, 2025            10 am t0 2 pm \nSmall Business Saturday \n167 Broadway\, Fort Edward \nWagon rides\, Pictures with Santa \nCome in for a visit\, light refreshments\, and a basket raffle. Look around and see what history is around every corner. \nFind out more information on how you can be a part of history and join the Knox Trail on December 13th\, be in a parade\, or show your town pride.
URL:https://wchs-ny.org/event/winter-open-house/
LOCATION:Wing- Northup House\, 167 Boadway\, Fort Edward\, NY\, 12828\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Historical Society":MAILTO:wchs@wchs-ny.org
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