Events of the
Revolution

Burning of Norfolk Commemoration

Norfolk Waterfront / Norfolk Historical Society

Held around January 1; programming varies by year. Contact the Norfolk Historical Society or the Chrysler Museum to confirm whether a formal commemoration is scheduled.

Princeton Battlefield Society Annual Commemoration Ceremony

Princeton Battlefield State Park, Princeton, NJ

Held on or near January 3 each year; sometimes combined with the reenactment weekend. Contact the Princeton Battlefield Society to confirm.

Benedict Arnold's Raid on Richmond Commemoration

Shockoe Bottom Historic District / Richmond National Battlefield Park sites, Richmond, VA

Held on or near January 5; organized intermittently by local historical groups. Contact the Richmond National Battlefield Park or Valentine Museum to confirm scheduling.

Treaty of Paris Anniversary Commemoration

Maryland State House, Old Senate Chamber, Annapolis

Held on or near January 14; contact the Maryland State House Visitor Center or Historic Annapolis to confirm scheduling.

Vermont Independence Day Lecture & Observance

Brattleboro Museum & Art Center or Brattleboro Historical Society

May be held on or near January 15 or shifted to a nearby weekend; contact Brattleboro Historical Society to confirm.

Shays' Rebellion Anniversary Commemoration

Springfield Armory National Historic Site, 1 Armory Square, Springfield, MA

Typically held on or near the January 25 anniversary of the 1787 arsenal confrontation; contact Springfield Armory NHS to confirm dates.

Cowpens Battlefield Lantern Tour

Cowpens National Battlefield, 4001 Chesnee Highway, Gaffney, SC

Typically offered in January near the anniversary; exact scheduling varies by year. Contact Cowpens National Battlefield to confirm availability and reservation requirements.

Hugh Mercer Apothecary Shop Living History Programs

Hugh Mercer Apothecary Shop, 1020 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA

Living history programs run throughout the year; special programming often occurs in January near the anniversary of the Battle of Princeton (January 3, 1777). Contact the museum to confirm seasonal schedules.

Anniversary of Washington's Arrival Commemoration

Washington's Headquarters Museum & Ford Mansion, Morristown National Historical Park

Typically held in early January; contact Morristown National Historical Park to confirm specific dates each year.

Cowpens National Battlefield Living History Weekend

Cowpens National Battlefield, 4001 Chesnee Highway, Gaffney, SC

Typically the Saturday closest to January 17; sometimes combined with the anniversary commemoration. Contact Cowpens National Battlefield to confirm dates.

Battle of Moore's Creek Bridge Anniversary and Reenactment

Moore's Creek National Battlefield, 40 Patriots Hall Drive, Currie, NC (approx. 120 miles SE of New Bern)

Typically held on the last weekend of February nearest the anniversary date; contact the park for exact schedule

Elijah Clarke Birthday & Backcountry Militia Tribute

Elijah Clark State Park, Lincolnton, GA / Augusta area venues

Held in late winter or early spring; dates vary. Contact Elijah Clark State Park or the Georgia Society Sons of the American Revolution to confirm scheduling.

Fort de Chartres Winter Rendezvous

Fort de Chartres State Historic Site, Prairie du Rocher, IL

Typically held in February; exact weekend varies. Contact Fort de Chartres State Historic Site to confirm dates.

Forage War Lecture Series at the Guest House Site

Henry Guest House site area / Middlesex County historic venues, New Brunswick, NJ

The Forage Wars took place in January–March 1777. Programs may be offered in winter months. Contact the Middlesex County Cultural and Heritage Commission or local historical societies to confirm dates and venue.

African American Heritage Celebration at Tryon Palace

Tryon Palace, 529 South Front Street, New Bern, NC

Held during Black History Month (February); exact dates vary by year. Check Tryon Palace events calendar.

Gadsby's Tavern Museum Colonial Christmas & Birthnight Ball

Gadsby's Tavern Museum, 134 North Royal Street, Alexandria, VA

Typically held the Saturday closest to Washington's Birthday in February. Contact Gadsby's Tavern Museum to confirm exact date.

Valley Forge Revolutionary War Reenactment and Living History Weekend

Valley Forge National Historical Park, Grand Parade Ground and Muhlenberg Brigade area

Typically held on a weekend in February or early spring to coincide with the encampment period. Contact Valley Forge National Historical Park to confirm dates.

Washington's Birthday Celebration at Valley Forge

Washington's Headquarters (Isaac Potts House), Valley Forge National Historical Park

Held on Presidents' Day weekend, near Washington's February 22 birthday. Contact the park for specific programming.

Boston Massacre Commemoration

Boston Massacre Site, State Street at the Old State House, Boston

Held on or near March 5; organized by the Bostonian Society / Old State House and NPS

Evacuation Day Celebration

Dorchester Heights Monument, South Boston

March 17 is a Suffolk County holiday; parade and ceremony held on or near that date

Maryland Day at Mount Clare Museum House

Mount Clare Museum House, Carroll Park, 1500 Washington Blvd., Baltimore

Held on or near Maryland Day (March 25); contact Mount Clare Museum House to confirm dates and programming.

Maryland Day at the State House

Maryland State House, Annapolis

March 25 or nearest weekday/weekend; programming may vary by year. Contact the Maryland State Archives or State House Visitor Center to confirm.

Williamsburg Under Siege

Colonial Williamsburg Historic Area, Williamsburg, VA

Typically held in mid-March; exact dates vary by year. Check Colonial Williamsburg's event calendar to confirm.

Guilford Courthouse Battlefield Guided Anniversary Tours

Guilford Courthouse National Military Park Visitor Center, Greensboro, NC

Offered on multiple days around mid-March in conjunction with the anniversary commemoration; check the NPS event calendar for specific tour times.

Commemorative Ceremony and Wreath Laying at the Lexington Minuteman Statue

Minuteman Statue, Lexington Battle Green, Lexington, MA

Typically held on or near April 19; may shift to align with Patriots' Day observance on the third Monday of April

Cessation of Hostilities Anniversary Program

Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site (Hasbrouck House), Newburgh, NY

April 19 or nearest weekend; contact Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site to confirm whether this program is scheduled each year.

Boxwood Hall Historic Site Tours and Anniversary Programs

Boxwood Hall State Historic Site, 1073 East Jersey Street, Elizabeth, NJ

Boxwood Hall is a state historic site with limited hours; special programming around Washington's April 1789 visit is periodically offered. Contact the NJ Division of Parks and Forestry to confirm dates.

Sybil Ludington Ride Commemoration

Danbury Museum and Historical Society / Ludington statue area, Danbury, CT and Carmel, NY

Typically held on or near April 26; some years a commemorative run/ride takes place on a nearby weekend. Contact Danbury Museum or Putnam County historical organizations to confirm.

General Wooster Memorial Day Ceremony

General David Wooster Monument, Wooster Cemetery, Danbury, CT

Often combined with the Burning of Danbury weekend events in late April. Contact Danbury Museum and Historical Society to confirm dates.

Washington's Inauguration Anniversary Ceremony at Federal Hall

Federal Hall National Memorial, 26 Wall Street, Manhattan

Held on April 30 or the nearest weekday; confirm with NPS Federal Hall site

Patriots' Day Observance at Old Town House

Old Town House, Marblehead

Observed on or near Patriots' Day (third Monday in April). Contact Marblehead's Veterans/Memorial Day committee or historical society to confirm.

Patriots' Day Observance and Militia Commemoration

Burial Hill and Town Square, Plymouth

Third Monday of April (Massachusetts Patriots' Day). Contact Plymouth town offices or local historical societies to confirm specific programming.

Concord Museum Patriots' Day Program

Concord Museum, 53 Cambridge Turnpike, Concord

Held on or around Patriots' Day weekend in April; check Concord Museum website for exact dates.

Worcester Historical Museum Revolution Lecture Series

Worcester Historical Museum, 30 Elm Street, Worcester, MA

Lectures are scheduled throughout the year, often around Patriots' Day in April; check worcesterhistory.org for current schedule.

Patriots' Day Observance in Worcester

Worcester Common and American Antiquarian Society, Worcester, MA

Third Monday in April (Massachusetts state holiday); confirm local events with the City of Worcester or American Antiquarian Society.

Patriots' Day Reenactments and Paul Revere's Ride

Paul Revere House / Old North Church (Boston) and Lexington Green / North Bridge (Concord)

Third Monday of April (Massachusetts state holiday); ride reenactment begins the evening before

Continental Army Encampment Weekend at New Windsor Cantonment

New Windsor Cantonment State Historic Site, Vails Gate, NY

Typically held on a weekend in late April or early May; exact dates vary by year. Contact New Windsor Cantonment State Historic Site to confirm.

New Haven Museum Lecture Series: Revolution and Republic

New Haven Museum, 114 Whitney Avenue, New Haven, CT

Lectures scheduled throughout the year; spring programming often coincides with Patriots' Day season. Contact the New Haven Museum to confirm dates.

Old Burying Ground Tour and Memorial

Old Burying Ground, Pleasant Street, Arlington, MA

Tours typically offered in spring and fall; contact Arlington Historical Society to confirm schedule.

Arlington Patriots' Day Parade and Reenactment

Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington Center, Arlington, MA

Held on Patriots' Day (third Monday of April); confirm with Town of Arlington or Arlington Historical Society.

Samuel Whittemore Ceremony

Samuel Whittemore Park / Whittemore Monument, Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA

Typically held on or around Patriots' Day in April; contact Arlington Historical Society to confirm exact date.

Patriots' Day Observance at Hobkirk's Hill

Hobkirk's Hill Battle Marker, Camden, SC

Usually held on a Saturday near April 25; contact local DAR or SAR chapters in Camden to confirm

Revolutionary Salem Walking Tours

Salem Maritime National Historic Site and downtown Salem, MA

Tours typically run spring through fall, often beginning around Patriots' Day in April. Check NPS Salem Maritime or Peabody Essex Museum for current schedules.

Minute Man National Historical Park Annual Lantern Ceremony and Battle Road Trail Walk

Battle Road Trail, Minute Man National Historical Park, Concord and Lexington

Usually held Patriots' Day weekend in April; confirm dates with Minute Man NHP visitor center.

Ash Lawn-Highland Colonial Life Demonstrations

Ash Lawn-Highland — James Monroe Museum, 2050 James Monroe Parkway, Charlottesville, VA

Programs offered spring through fall; contact Ash Lawn-Highland / College of William & Mary to confirm specific dates and availability.

Hancock-Clarke House and Buckman Tavern Seasonal Opening and Tours

Buckman Tavern and Hancock-Clarke House, Lexington, MA

Tours typically run from April through October; check Lexington Historical Society for current schedule

Junior Ranger Day and Colonial Life Program

Ninety Six National Historic Site Visitor Center, Ninety Six, SC

Often held during National Park Week in April; contact Ninety Six National Historic Site Visitor Center to confirm dates.

Colonial Augusta Living History Day at St. Paul's Church

St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 605 Reynolds Street, Augusta, GA

Typically held in spring; contact St. Paul's Episcopal Church or the Historic Augusta organization to confirm dates and participation.

Patriots' Day Observance and Reenactments (Cambridge/Lexington/Concord)

Cambridge Common and regional sites in Lexington and Concord, MA

Patriots' Day is observed on the third Monday of April in Massachusetts. Lexington reenactment begins at dawn; Concord follows mid-morning. Cambridge-specific events vary by year—contact Cambridge Historical Society.

Pilgrim Hall Museum Lecture Series on Revolutionary Plymouth

Pilgrim Hall Museum, 75 Court Street, Plymouth

Lectures scheduled throughout the year, with Patriots' Day-related topics often in April. Contact Pilgrim Hall Museum to confirm dates.

Battle of Ridgefield Reenactment and Living History

Battle of Ridgefield site / Keeler Tavern Museum, 152 Main Street, Ridgefield, CT

Typically held on a weekend near the April 27 anniversary. Contact the Keeler Tavern Museum or Ridgefield Historical Society to confirm dates and location.

Patriots' Day Parade in Lexington

Lexington Town Center and Battle Green, Lexington, MA

Held on Patriots' Day, the third Monday in April, typically mid-morning after the dawn reenactment

Westminster Hall Burying Ground History Tours – Revolutionary War Notables

Westminster Hall and Burying Ground, 519 W. Fayette St., Baltimore

Tours offered seasonally, typically spring through fall, with special Revolutionary-themed programs in April and July. Contact Westminster Hall to confirm dates.

Governor's Palace Living History Days

Tryon Palace, 529 South Front Street, New Bern, NC

Living history programs are offered on various dates throughout the year, with enhanced programming in spring; contact Tryon Palace to confirm dates

Junior Ranger Day at Cowpens National Battlefield

Cowpens National Battlefield, 4001 Chesnee Highway, Gaffney, SC

Often held in conjunction with National Park Week in late April. Contact Cowpens National Battlefield to confirm dates.

Revolutionary War Walking Tours of Danbury

Danbury Museum and Historical Society, 43 Main Street, Danbury, CT

Tours offered in spring and summer months, often coinciding with April anniversary events and continuing through fall. Contact Danbury Museum and Historical Society for schedule.

Rhode Island Independence Day Celebration

Rhode Island State House / Old State House, Providence

May 4 is Rhode Island Independence Day, a state holiday. Ceremonies are typically held at the State House or Old State House. Contact the Rhode Island Secretary of State's office or local historical societies to confirm public event details each year.

French Alliance Day Celebration

York County Colonial Court House and Gates House, York, PA

Held on or near May 4; contact York County History Center to confirm as this may be incorporated into broader spring programming.

Heroic Raid: Capture of Fort Ticonderoga Anniversary Program

Fort Ticonderoga, 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY

Held on or near May 10; may coincide with the fort's opening weekend for the season. Check Fort Ticonderoga's event calendar for exact dates.

Siege of Charleston Anniversary Commemoration

Various sites including White Point Garden (The Battery) and Charleston Museum, Charleston

Held on or near May 12, the anniversary of the 1780 surrender; contact the Charleston Museum or local historical societies to confirm programming each year

Anniversary of the Capture of Crown Point – Commemoration Ceremony

Crown Point State Historic Site, Crown Point, NY

May 12 or the nearest Saturday; contact Crown Point State Historic Site or the local historical society to confirm scheduling.

George Rogers Clark Lecture & Commemoration

Senator John Heinz History Center / Fort Pitt Museum, Pittsburgh

Timing varies; may coincide with broader Heinz History Center or Fort Pitt Museum programming. Contact venue to confirm dates.

Fort Pitt Blockhouse Open House & Heritage Tours

Fort Pitt Blockhouse, Point State Park, Pittsburgh

Open seasonally spring through fall; DAR chapter hosts special events around Memorial Day and patriotic holidays. Contact Fort Pitt Society DAR to confirm specific dates.

Army Heritage Days at USAHEC

U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center, Carlisle Barracks

Typically held over a weekend in mid-to-late May; check USAHEC website for exact dates each year.

Fort Lee Revolutionary War Guided Walking Tours

Fort Lee Historic Park, Hudson Terrace, Fort Lee, NJ

Tours generally offered weekends from May through October, weather permitting. Contact Fort Lee Historic Park Visitor Center for current schedule.

Mary Washington's Garden Party & Colonial Life Day

Mary Washington House, 1200 Charles Street, Fredericksburg, VA

Typically held on a weekend in late spring; contact Washington Heritage Museums to confirm dates and programming.

Prelude to Independence

Colonial Capitol Building and Raleigh Tavern, Colonial Williamsburg, Williamsburg, VA

Typically late May through mid-June, coinciding with the historical timeline of the 1776 Virginia Convention. Contact Colonial Williamsburg to confirm exact programming dates.

Richmond Revolution Run & Colonial History Day

Canal Walk & Shockoe Bottom, Richmond, VA

Plausible spring heritage event; contact Richmond Region Tourism or local historical societies to confirm existence and exact dates.

Bennington Battle Monument Open Season & Living History Programs

Bennington Battle Monument, 15 Monument Circle, Bennington, VT

Monument typically open late April or early May through October 31; specific living history program dates vary — check the Vermont Division for Historic Preservation or contact the monument directly.

Brandywine Battlefield Park Revolutionary Times Living History Events

Brandywine Battlefield Park, 1491 Baltimore Pike, Chadds Ford, PA

Living history events typically held on select weekends in spring (May) and fall (September–October). Contact Brandywine Battlefield Park Associates for exact schedule.

Old Dover Days

The Green and Dover Historic District, Dover, DE

Traditionally held the first Saturday in May; confirm exact date with Dover's Historic District or Kent County Tourism

Revolutionary War Soldiers Grave Marking at Mound Cemetery

Mound Cemetery, Marietta, OH

Typically held on or near Memorial Day (last Monday of May); contact Washington County Chapter SAR or Mound Cemetery to confirm.

Colonial Heritage Festival at Tannenbaum Historic Park

Tannenbaum Historic Park, Greensboro, NC

Typically held in spring, often in May; contact Tannenbaum Historic Park or the Greensboro History Museum to confirm exact dates.

The Hermitage Revolutionary War Lecture Series and Open House

The Hermitage, Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ

Programs held periodically throughout the year; spring and fall open houses are most common. Contact Friends of The Hermitage to confirm current schedule, as the site has undergone periods of closure and reopening.

Court Square Historical Walking Tours

Court Square, Springfield, MA

Walking tours typically offered spring through fall; contact the Springfield Preservation Trust or Springfield Museums for scheduled dates.

Historic York Walking Tours — Revolutionary Capital Tour

York County History Center campus and downtown York historic district

Offered seasonally, typically spring through fall (May–October); contact York County History Center for current schedule.

Discovery Day at Minute Man National Historical Park

Minute Man National Historical Park, Lexington/Lincoln/Concord, MA

Typically held on a Saturday in late May or early June; contact Minute Man NHP to confirm dates

Pinkster Festival at Senate House

Senate House State Historic Site, 296 Fair Street, Kingston, NY

Typically held in late May or early June, near the Pentecost/Whitsunday holiday. Contact Senate House State Historic Site to confirm dates and programming for the current year.

Paoli Battlefield Memorial Day Observance

Paoli Massacre Monument and Mass Grave, Malvern, PA

Held on or near Memorial Day (last Monday of May); contact Paoli Battlefield Preservation Fund to confirm.

Battle of Connecticut Farms Commemoration

Connecticut Farms Presbyterian Church area, Union Township, NJ (adjacent to Elizabeth)

Commemorations typically occur in early-to-mid June near the anniversary of the June 7, 1780 battle. Contact the Union Township Historical Society or Connecticut Farms Presbyterian Church to confirm specific dates and programming.

March Out / Alliance Day Celebration

Valley Forge National Historical Park, Grand Parade Ground

Held on or near June 19, the anniversary of the army's departure. Check NPS event calendar for exact date.

New Hampshire Ratification Day Commemoration

American Independence Museum, 1 Governors Lane, Exeter, NH

Observed on or near June 21; contact the American Independence Museum to confirm whether a formal program is scheduled each year

Sergeant Jasper Flag Day Observance

Fort Moultrie National Monument, Sullivan's Island

Typically observed as part of Carolina Day activities on June 28. Contact the Fort Moultrie visitor center or Charleston historical societies to confirm specific Jasper-focused programming.

Battle of Sullivan's Island Anniversary Reenactment and Commemoration

Fort Moultrie National Monument and Sullivan's Island

Major reenactments are especially prominent during milestone anniversaries (e.g., 250th in 2026). Smaller living history events may occur annually around the last weekend of June. Contact local historical society to confirm dates.

Molly Pitcher Day / Mary Hays McCauley Commemoration

Old Public Graveyard (Molly Pitcher Grave), East South Street, Carlisle

Held on or near June 28, the anniversary of the Battle of Monmouth. Contact the Cumberland County Historical Society to confirm exact date each year.

Moffatt-Ladd House Revolutionary War Garden & Heritage Tours

Moffatt-Ladd House and Garden, 154 Market Street, Portsmouth, NH

Open seasonally, typically mid-June through mid-October. Check the museum website for special Revolutionary War-themed programs and events.

John Paul Jones House Guided Tours and Lecture Series

John Paul Jones House, 43 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH

Open seasonally, typically June through October. The Portsmouth Historical Society also hosts periodic lectures on Revolutionary War topics. Contact the society for current dates.

Salisbury Mansion Colonial Life Programs

Salisbury Mansion, 40 Highland Street, Worcester, MA

Programs run seasonally, typically spring through fall; contact Worcester Historical Museum at worcesterhistory.org to confirm schedule.

Longfellow House–Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site Programs

Longfellow House–Washington's Headquarters NHS, 105 Brattle Street, Cambridge, MA

Open seasonally, generally late May through October, Wednesday–Sunday. Special Revolution-themed programs often held around July 3–4. Check NPS website for current schedule.

Marblehead Museum – Revolutionary War Walking Tours

Marblehead Museum & Historical Society / Old Burial Hill / Jeremiah Lee Mansion

Tours typically run from June through October on scheduled weekends. Check Marblehead Museum for current schedule.

Fort Norfolk Open House & Living History Day

Fort Norfolk, 803 Front Street, Norfolk, VA

Typically held in late spring or early summer; Fort Norfolk opens for periodic special events throughout the year. Contact the Norfolk Historical Society to confirm scheduled open house dates.

Once Upon a Nation Storytelling

Historic Philadelphia, Inc. — multiple locations in Old City and Independence National Historical Park

Runs daily from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day; exact start and end dates vary by year

Tarleton's Raid Anniversary Lecture & Walking Tour

Albemarle Charlottesville Historical Society / Historic Court Square, Charlottesville, VA

Usually scheduled in early June near the raid anniversary. Contact the Albemarle Charlottesville Historical Society to confirm dates and registration.

New Haven Museum Revolutionary War Walking Tours

New Haven Museum, 114 Whitney Avenue, New Haven, CT

Tours typically offered June through October; check the New Haven Museum website for current schedule.

Fort Putnam Living History Weekend

Fort Putnam, United States Military Academy, West Point, NY

Fort Putnam is typically open seasonally from late May through November; specific living history weekends vary by year. Contact the West Point Museum or USMA Visitor Center to confirm dates.

Stenton Colonial Life Programs

Stenton (Logan House), 4601 N. 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA

Programs offered spring through fall; check Stenton's calendar for specific dates. Contact the site to confirm current programming.

Castine Historical Society Exhibition Season

Castine Historical Society, Abbott School, Castine

Exhibition season generally runs from late June through early September. Contact the Castine Historical Society for current hours and exhibition themes.

Stony Point Battlefield Living History Saturdays

Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site, Stony Point, NY

Select Saturdays from mid-June through mid-October; contact Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site for specific dates.

Old Tennent Church Anniversary Service and Commemoration

Old Tennent Church, Tennent, NJ

Typically held on or near the anniversary of the battle (June 28); contact Old Tennent Church in Tennent, NJ to confirm dates.

Molly Pitcher Weekend / Women of the Revolution Programs

Monmouth Battlefield State Park, Manalapan/Freehold, NJ

Usually part of the late June battle anniversary weekend programming; contact Monmouth Battlefield State Park to confirm specific dates and times.

Gilman Garrison House Colonial Life Programs

Gilman Garrison House, 12 Water Street, Exeter, NH

Typically open for tours June through mid-October; schedule varies by year. Contact Historic New England to confirm dates.

Greater Portland Landmarks Walking Tours – Colonial and Revolutionary Portland

Various historic sites, downtown Portland, ME

Walking tours run seasonally, typically June through October. Check portlandlandmarks.org for specific dates and themes.

Monmouth County Historical Association Revolutionary War Lecture Series

Monmouth County Historical Association, Freehold, NJ

Programs typically scheduled throughout the spring and summer; contact the Monmouth County Historical Association for current schedule.

Kingston Stockade District Walking Tours

Kingston Stockade Historic District, Kingston, NY (tours often depart from the Friends of Historic Kingston gallery at 63 Main Street)

Tours offered seasonally from approximately June through October, often on weekends. Organized by Friends of Historic Kingston and other local groups. Contact Friends of Historic Kingston at friendsofhistorickingston.org for current schedule.

Colonial Life at Historic Camden — Summer Saturdays

Historic Camden, 222 Broad Street, Camden, SC

Programs typically run select Saturdays June through August; contact Historic Camden Foundation to confirm schedule

Fort Moultrie Living History Weekend

Fort Moultrie, Sullivan's Island (Fort Sumter & Fort Moultrie National Historical Park)

Typically held on a weekend near the June 28 Carolina Day anniversary; check NPS Fort Sumter/Fort Moultrie event calendar for exact dates

Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route (W3R) March to Victory Events

Various sites along the W3R National Historic Trail, starting in Newport

Typically held in June near the anniversary of the army's departure (June 10–12, 1781); dates vary. Contact the W3R-US organization or NPS for schedule.

Strolling of the Heifers Weekend — Heritage & History Programs

Downtown Brattleboro and surrounding venues

First Saturday in June; verify current status as the event has undergone format changes in recent years.

Fort Moultrie Living History Programs

Fort Moultrie National Monument, Sullivan's Island

Living history programs are offered periodically, especially during summer months and around Carolina Day in late June. Check the NPS Fort Sumter & Fort Moultrie National Historical Park calendar for specific dates.

Caesar Rodney Ride Reenactment and Patriot Ceremony

The Green, Dover, DE (Caesar Rodney statue)

Usually held in conjunction with July 4th weekend; exact date and format may vary—contact First State Heritage Park to confirm

Castine Town Fourth of July Celebration

Castine Town Common and Main Street, Castine

July 4th annually; some events may shift to the nearest weekend. Check with the Town of Castine for the current year's schedule.

Star-Spangled Banner Flag House Independence Day Celebration

Star-Spangled Banner Flag House, 844 E. Pratt St., Baltimore

July 4th or nearest weekend; contact venue to confirm programming dates.

Brattleboro Fourth of July Celebration

Downtown Brattleboro, Main Street and the Common

July 4 or nearest weekend; check with the Town of Brattleboro for current year schedule.

Independence Day Celebration at St. John's Church

St. John's Church, 2401 E. Broad Street, Richmond, VA

Held on or around July 4; exact programming varies by year. Contact St. John's Church Foundation to confirm.

Fourth of July Celebration on the Eastern Promenade

Eastern Promenade, Portland, ME

July 4 annually; some programming may shift to adjacent evenings. Check City of Portland events page.

Fourth of July Celebration at Fort Christina Park

Fort Christina Park, Wilmington, DE

July 4 annually; contact City of Wilmington Parks & Recreation or the Delaware Historical Society to confirm specific programming at Fort Christina.

Kaskaskia Liberty Bell Ringing Ceremony

Kaskaskia Bell State Memorial, Kaskaskia Island, IL

July 4th; contact Randolph County Historical Society or the Kaskaskia Bell State Memorial to confirm accessibility and ceremony time.

Yorktown Fourth of July Celebration

Riverwalk Landing & Yorktown Beach, Yorktown

July 4 each year; some activities may shift if the 4th falls midweek

Newport Independence Day Celebration & Colonial History Programs

Colony House, Washington Square, Newport

July 4th; Colony House programs may shift slightly if July 4 falls mid-week. Contact the Newport Historical Society for schedule.

William Paca House Colonial Garden Party and Independence Day Celebration

William Paca House and Garden, 186 Prince George Street, Annapolis

Held on or near July 4; exact date may shift to nearest weekend. Contact Historic Annapolis to confirm dates.

July 4th Independence Day Celebration at Saratoga National Historical Park

Saratoga National Historical Park, Stillwater, NY

Held on or around July 4; programming scope varies by year. Contact Saratoga NHP to confirm dates and schedule.

Independence Day Celebration at Fort Moultrie

Fort Moultrie National Monument, Sullivan's Island

July 4 annually; some programs may be held on the nearest weekend. Contact Fort Moultrie visitor center to confirm schedule.

Senate House State Historic Site Colonial Living History Programs

Senate House State Historic Site, 296 Fair Street, Kingston, NY

July 4th weekend programming; the site also offers programs throughout the summer season (typically mid-May through October). Contact the site for specific schedules.

Princeton Revolutionary War Discovery Day

Princeton Battlefield State Park, Princeton, NJ

Typically held around Independence Day weekend or in the fall. Contact the Princeton Battlefield Society or NJ State Parks to confirm dates, as scheduling may vary.

Independence Day at Valley Forge

Valley Forge National Historical Park

Held on or near July 4; programming may shift to the nearest weekend. Check NPS event listings.

Morris-Jumel Mansion Independence Day Celebration

Morris-Jumel Mansion, 65 Jumel Terrace, Washington Heights, NY

Typically held on or near July 4; check the mansion's website for confirmed dates each year.

Independence Day Celebration on Bay Street and the Waterfront

Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park and Bay Street, Beaufort, SC

July 4th; some activities may shift to the nearest weekend. Check with the City of Beaufort for exact schedule.

Independence Day Celebration at Stony Point Battlefield

Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site, Stony Point, NY

Held on or near July 4; contact Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site to confirm dates and programming.

Fourth of July Celebration on The Green

The Green, Hackensack, NJ

July 4th; some activities may shift to the nearest weekend. Check with the City of Hackensack for current schedule.

Marietta Independence Day Celebration

Downtown Marietta and Ohio Riverfront, Marietta, OH

July 4 and surrounding days; events may shift to nearest weekend.

An American Celebration at Mount Vernon (July 4th)

George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate, Museum & Gardens

July 4 each year; special extended hours and programming

Fourth of July Celebration at York County History Center

York County History Center, York, PA

July 4th or nearest weekend; contact York County History Center to confirm dates.

White Plains Independence Day Celebration

White Plains, NY (various city locations including parks and downtown)

July 4th or nearest evening for fireworks; confirm details with the City of White Plains Recreation & Parks Department.

Old Barracks Museum Colonial Life Programs and Heritage Days

Old Barracks Museum, 101 Barrack Street, Trenton, NJ

Programs occur throughout the year; major heritage day events are typically held around Independence Day weekend and Presidents' Day. Check the museum website for current schedule.

Independence Day Celebration at the First Baptist Church in America

First Baptist Church in America, 75 North Main Street, Providence

Events typically held on or near July 4. Contact First Baptist Church in America or the Providence Preservation Society to confirm specific programming each year.

Fourth of July Reading of the Declaration on the New Haven Green

New Haven Green, New Haven, CT

July 4th; confirm details with the New Haven Department of Parks or the New Haven Museum.

Fourth of July Celebration and Historic Wilmington Tours

Downtown Wilmington Riverfront and Historic District, Wilmington, NC

July 4th; some walking tours may be scheduled on adjacent days. Contact the Historic Wilmington Foundation or Wilmington Convention & Visitors Bureau for tour schedules.

Fourth of July Celebration in Carlisle

Downtown Carlisle (Courthouse Square area)

July 4th or the nearest weekend; contact the Borough of Carlisle for exact schedule.

Independence Day Celebration at Guilford Courthouse National Military Park

Guilford Courthouse National Military Park, Greensboro, NC

Typically held July 4 or the nearest weekend; contact Guilford Courthouse National Military Park to confirm scheduling.

Defiance & Independence: July 4th at Fort Ticonderoga

Fort Ticonderoga, 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY

July 4th or the surrounding holiday weekend; exact programming varies by year

Fourth of July Celebration at Point State Park

Point State Park, Pittsburgh

July 4; some related museum programs may take place the surrounding weekend

Independence Day Celebration at Kenmore Plantation

Kenmore Plantation, 1201 Washington Avenue, Fredericksburg, VA

Held on or near July 4; contact Kenmore & George Washington's Ferry Farm to confirm exact programming each year.

Fourth of July Celebration and Revolutionary History Program

Boyd Park / Downtown New Brunswick, NJ

July 4 or nearest weekend. Contact the City of New Brunswick or New Brunswick City Market for specific programming details.

Independence Day Celebration at Washington's Headquarters

Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site (Hasbrouck House), Newburgh, NY

July 4th or nearest weekend; contact Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site to confirm programming each year.

Independence Day Celebration at Town Point Park

Town Point Park, Norfolk Waterfront, Norfolk, VA

July 4th; some programming may shift to the nearest weekend. Check Norfolk Festevents for exact schedule.

Marblehead Fourth of July Celebration and Horribles Parade

Fort Sewall, Old Town House, and various locations throughout Marblehead

July 4th; some events may shift to adjacent days depending on the year

Fourth of July at St. Paul's Chapel and Lower Manhattan

St. Paul's Chapel, 209 Broadway, Manhattan

July 4; programming may shift to adjacent dates — contact St. Paul's Chapel or the Downtown Alliance to confirm schedule

Historic Augusta Patriot Day & Independence Celebration

Downtown Augusta / Riverwalk Augusta, Augusta, GA

Held around July 4th weekend; specific programming varies by year. Contact Historic Augusta, Inc. or the Augusta Convention & Visitors Bureau for current schedule.

Strawbery Banke Museum Colonial & American Revolution Programs

Strawbery Banke Museum, Portsmouth, NH

Independence Day and summer season programming; Strawbery Banke runs seasonal exhibits from May through October with special July 4th events. Check museum website for current schedule.

Monticello Independence Day Celebration & Naturalization Ceremony

Monticello — Thomas Jefferson Foundation, 931 Thomas Jefferson Parkway, Charlottesville, VA

Held every July 4. Advance registration recommended; check Monticello website for details.

West Virginia Independence Hall Fourth of July Celebration

West Virginia Independence Hall, 1528 Market Street, Wheeling, WV

July 4th or nearest weekend; check with West Virginia Independence Hall for scheduled programming.

Independence Day Celebration on Morristown Green

Morristown Green, Morristown, NJ

July 4th or nearest weekend; check with the Town of Morristown for schedule details.

Fourth of July Celebration at Derby Wharf

Derby Wharf / Salem Maritime National Historic Site, Salem, MA

Held July 4 or nearest weekend. Contact Salem Maritime National Historic Site to confirm programming.

Independence Day Celebration at Fort Lee Historic Park

Fort Lee Historic Park, Hudson Terrace, Fort Lee, NJ

July 4th or nearest weekend; contact Fort Lee Historic Park to confirm whether special programming is scheduled each year.

Plimoth Patuxet Museums Colonial Life Programs

Plimoth Patuxet Museums, 137 Warren Avenue, Plymouth

Special programming around July 4th; general living history programs run spring through late November. Contact museum for exact schedule.

Independence Day Celebration at the New York State Museum

New York State Museum, 222 Madison Avenue, Albany, NY

Held on or near July 4; programming may shift to the nearest weekday or weekend. Contact the museum to confirm dates.

Independence Day Celebration at Minute Man National Historical Park

Minute Man National Historical Park, North Bridge Visitor Center, Concord

Typically held July 4; contact the park to confirm schedule as programming varies by year.

Savannah Fourth of July Independence Day Celebration

River Street and Factor's Walk, Savannah, GA

July 4; some events may extend across the surrounding weekend.

Fourth of July Independence Day Celebration at Saratoga National Historical Park

Saratoga National Historical Park, Stillwater, NY

Typically held July 4 or the nearest weekend. Contact Saratoga National Historical Park to confirm programming each year.

Northwest Ordinance Day Observance

Campus Martius Museum, Marietta, OH

Held on or near the July 13 anniversary of the 1787 Ordinance; contact Campus Martius Museum or the Washington County Historical Society to confirm scheduling.

Fairfax Resolves Day Commemoration

Historic Fairfax County Courthouse or Alexandria area historic sites

Commemorations have been organized by local historical and patriotic societies; contact Fairfax County History Commission or Gunston Hall for current programming.

Dunlap Broadside Exhibition

American Independence Museum, 1 Governors Lane, Exeter, NH

Typically displayed around the July 4th period and during the American Independence Festival; contact the museum for exact viewing dates

Campus Martius Museum Living History Programs

Campus Martius Museum, Marietta, OH

Programs run primarily during summer months; check Campus Martius Museum website for current schedule.

American Independence Festival

American Independence Museum, Exeter, NH

Typically held on a Saturday near July 4th in Exeter, NH (approximately 15 miles from Portsmouth). Organized by the American Independence Museum. Check museum website for exact date.

Trophy Point and Great Chain Heritage Tours

Trophy Point, United States Military Academy, West Point, NY

Walking tours available seasonally, typically spring through fall. Special Independence Day weekend programming may be offered. Contact the West Point Visitor Center at 845-938-2638 to confirm tour availability.

Old First Church Cemetery History Walk

Old First Church, 1 Monument Avenue, Old Bennington, VT

Tours are offered during the summer season, typically June through October. Contact Old First Church or the Bennington Area Chamber of Commerce for specific dates and times.

Shaw-Perkins Mansion Colonial Heritage Programs

Shaw-Perkins Mansion, 11 Blinman Street, New London, CT

Programs run during summer months, typically June through September. Contact the New London County Historical Society to confirm specific dates and schedules.

Hempsted Houses Colonial Life Programs

Hempsted Houses, 11 Hempstead Street, New London, CT

Open seasonally, typically May through October with special programs in summer. Contact Connecticut Landmarks to confirm current schedule.

Wilson Museum Summer Lecture Series

Wilson Museum, 107 Perkins Street, Castine

Lectures typically run weekly through July and August. Check the Wilson Museum website for the current season's schedule.

Carlyle House Historic Park Revolutionary War Day

Carlyle House Historic Park, 121 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, VA

Carlyle House hosts various living history and educational programs throughout the year; contact the site to confirm specific Revolutionary War programming dates.

Junior Ranger and Youth Living History Day at Kings Mountain NMP

Kings Mountain National Military Park Visitor Center

Usually held on a Saturday in late June or July; the Junior Ranger program is available year-round but special living history programming is seasonal. Contact Kings Mountain NMP for exact dates.

Champlain Valley Heritage Day at Crown Point

Crown Point State Historic Site, Crown Point, NY

Typically held on or near July 4th weekend; contact Crown Point State Historic Site to confirm exact dates.

Old Exchange Provost Dungeon Living History Programs

Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon, 122 East Bay Street, Charleston

Programs scheduled throughout the year, with special July 4th and Revolution-themed events; contact venue to confirm specific dates

Munjoy Hill Observatory Open House & History Day

Portland Observatory, 138 Congress Street, Munjoy Hill, Portland, ME

The Observatory is open seasonally, roughly late May through October. Special history programs vary; contact Greater Portland Landmarks to confirm.

Fort George Guided History Tours

Fort George State Park, Wadsworth Cove Road, Castine

Tours typically offered in July and August, often organized by the Castine Historical Society or Wilson Museum. Contact locally to confirm schedule.

National Purple Heart Day Ceremony

National Purple Heart Hall of Honor, New Windsor, NY

August 7 is National Purple Heart Day; ceremonies may shift to nearest weekend. Contact the National Purple Heart Hall of Honor to confirm.

Nathanael Greene Birthday and Heritage Commemoration

Nathanael Greene Homestead, Coventry, RI (near Providence)

Nathanael Greene's birthday is August 7. Events may be held on or near this date at the Nathanael Greene Homestead in Coventry, RI, or at Providence venues. Contact the Nathanael Greene Homestead Association to confirm dates.

Baron de Kalb Commemoration Ceremony

Baron de Kalb Monument, DeKalb Street, Camden, SC

Held on or near August 16; contact Kershaw County Historical Society or Historic Camden to confirm.

Reading of George Washington's Letter to the Hebrew Congregation

Touro Synagogue, 85 Touro Street, Newport

Held on a Sunday in mid-to-late August; exact date varies by year. Contact Touro Synagogue to confirm.

Battle of Brooklyn Commemoration

The Old Stone House, Washington Park & Fort Greene Park, Brooklyn

Usually held on the last weekend of August nearest to August 27; check the Old Stone House website for exact dates

Prison Ship Martyrs' Monument Anniversary Observance

Prison Ship Martyrs' Monument, Fort Greene Park, Brooklyn

Typically held in late August or on the November anniversary of the monument's 1908 dedication; contact Fort Greene Park Conservancy to confirm

Maryland Line at the Battle of Long Island Commemoration

Fort McHenry National Monument or Maryland Center for History and Culture, Baltimore

Held on or near August 27; this event may be organized intermittently by local historical groups. Contact the Maryland Historical Society or Fort McHenry to confirm.

Salem Maritime Festival

Salem Maritime National Historic Site, Derby Wharf, Salem, MA

Typically held on a Saturday in early August; check NPS website for exact date each year.

Stony Point Lighthouse Open House and Heritage Day

Stony Point Lighthouse, Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site, Stony Point, NY

Typically held during National Lighthouse Day weekend (around August 7) or Hudson River Valley Ramble in September; contact site to confirm dates.

Battle of Bennington Reenactment at Bennington Battlefield State Historic Site

Bennington Battlefield State Historic Site, Walloomsac, NY (approximately 10 miles from Bennington, VT)

Reenactments have been held on the weekend closest to August 16, but may not occur every year; major milestone anniversaries (e.g., 240th, 250th) typically feature larger events. Contact Bennington Battlefield State Historic Site or New York State Parks to confirm.

Fort Dummer Heritage Day

Fort Dummer State Park, Brattleboro, VT

Typically held in summer; contact Brattleboro Historical Society (802-258-4957) to confirm dates and whether this program is scheduled.

Crown Point Garrison Weekend – French & Indian War and Revolution Living History Encampment

Crown Point State Historic Site, 21 Grandview Drive, Crown Point, NY

Typically a weekend in August; exact dates vary by year. Contact Crown Point State Historic Site to confirm.

Bennington Museum Revolutionary War Exhibitions and Lectures

Bennington Museum, 75 Main Street, Bennington, VT

Lectures and special programs often cluster in late summer around Bennington Battle Day; the museum offers year-round programming. Contact the museum for current schedule.

Pilgrim Progress Procession on Burial Hill

Plymouth Rock to Burial Hill, Plymouth

Fridays in August; confirm schedule with Pilgrim Hall Museum or Plymouth 400

King's Garden Party at Fort Ticonderoga

King's Garden at Fort Ticonderoga, 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY

Typically held in August; contact Fort Ticonderoga to confirm dates

Ninety Six National Historic Site Anniversary and Living History Weekend

Ninety Six National Historic Site, Ninety Six, SC

Typically a weekend in August near the August 19, 1976 park establishment anniversary; contact Ninety Six National Historic Site for exact dates.

Turning Point Festival

Village of Schuylerville, NY (near the Saratoga Monument)

Historically held in August in the Village of Schuylerville; scheduling may vary. Contact the Village of Schuylerville or local historical society to confirm dates.

Burning of New London Anniversary Ceremony

Downtown New London historic sites and waterfront area

Held on or near September 6; sometimes combined with the Battle of Groton Heights commemoration across the river. Contact the New London County Historical Society to confirm.

Anniversary of the Worcester Court Closures

Worcester Common and Main Street, Worcester, MA

Held on or near September 6; contact the Worcester Historical Museum or local historical societies to confirm if programming is scheduled.

Groton Monument Day / Groton Heights Day

Fort Griswold Monument, Groton Heights, Groton, CT

Traditionally observed on September 6 or the nearest Saturday. Contact the Groton Monument Committee or local historical society to confirm.

Constitution Day Celebration at the National Constitution Center

National Constitution Center, 525 Arch Street, Philadelphia

September 17 annually, or the nearest weekday/weekend; check NCC website for exact schedule

Nathan Hale Day Observance

Various locations in Manhattan associated with Hale's capture and execution

Held on or near September 22. Contact the Sons of the Revolution in the State of New York or local historical societies to confirm scheduling and location.

Betty Zane Frontier Day

Fort Henry site / Wheeling Heritage Port Area, Wheeling, WV

Often held in conjunction with Fort Henry Days or as a separate September event; contact the Ohio County Historical Society or Wheeling Heritage for confirmation.

Fort Sewall Heritage Day and Garrison Reenactment

Fort Sewall, Marblehead

Typically held on a Saturday in September during Marblehead Festival of Arts or Heritage Days. Contact Marblehead Museum or Fort Sewall Oversight Committee to confirm dates.

Heritage Harvest Festival at Monticello

Monticello — Thomas Jefferson Foundation, 931 Thomas Jefferson Parkway, Charlottesville, VA

Typically held on a Saturday in mid-September; exact date varies by year. Check Monticello's events calendar.

Benedict Arnold's Treason Anniversary Commemoration and Lecture

West Point Museum / United States Military Academy, West Point, NY

Typically held around September 25, the anniversary of the discovery of Arnold's treason. Contact the West Point Museum or USMA Public Affairs to confirm if programming is scheduled for the current year.

Fort Trumbull State Park Revolutionary War Living History Day

Fort Trumbull State Park, 90 Walbach Street, New London, CT

Typically held on a weekend in September near the anniversary of the 1781 raid. Contact Fort Trumbull State Park to confirm dates.

Revolutionary War Weekend at Mount Vernon

George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate, Museum & Gardens

Typically held on a weekend in late September or early October; check Mount Vernon's calendar for exact dates each year

Paoli Battlefield Living History Day

Paoli Battlefield Historical Park, Malvern, PA

Typically held on a Saturday in mid-to-late September near the anniversary; contact the Paoli Battlefield Preservation Fund to confirm dates.

Morris-Jumel Mansion Revolutionary War Programming

Morris-Jumel Mansion, 65 Jumel Terrace, Washington Heights, NY

Programs occur throughout the year with special Revolutionary War events in September and July. Check the mansion's event calendar for specific dates.

Revolutionary War Lecture Series at Bill Memorial Library

Groton Public Library (Bill Memorial), Groton, CT

Lectures are often scheduled around the September anniversary of the battle; additional programs may occur throughout the year. Contact the Groton Public Library (Bill Memorial) to confirm dates.

Baylor Massacre Remembrance and Reenactment

Baylor Massacre Burial Site, River Vale, NJ

Typically held on the last Saturday of September near the anniversary of the September 28, 1778 massacre. Contact River Vale Township or the Bergen County Historical Society for exact date.

Ebenezer Avery House Open House and Colonial Life Programs

Ebenezer Avery House, Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park, Groton, CT

The house is typically open for tours during the summer season and especially during the September battle anniversary weekend. Contact the Avery Memorial Association or Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park for current schedule.

Eutaw Springs Battlefield Living History Day

Eutaw Springs Battlefield Site, near Eutawville, SC

Typically held on a weekend in September near the battle anniversary. Contact local historical society to confirm dates and whether event is scheduled for a given year.

Armory Lecture Series: Revolutionary Springfield

Springfield Armory National Historic Site, 1 Armory Square, Springfield, MA

Lectures typically scheduled during fall and winter months; check the Springfield Armory NHS events calendar for specific dates.

Schuyler House Open House & Colonial Life Program

Schuyler House (General Philip Schuyler Estate), Schuylerville, NY

The house is typically open on weekends during the summer-fall season (June–October) with special programming during battle anniversary weekends. Contact the park to confirm specific dates each year.

Eutaw Springs Revolutionary War Lecture Series

Local venues in Eutawville and Orangeburg County, SC

Scheduling varies; often held in conjunction with the battle anniversary in September. Contact the Orangeburg County Historical Society or Eutawville community organizations to confirm.

Orangeburg District Chapter SAR/DAR Patriot Observance at Eutaw Springs

Eutaw Springs Battle Monument, Eutawville, SC

Usually held on or near September 8. Contact the South Carolina SAR or local DAR chapter to confirm scheduling.

André Captors Commemoration and Revolutionary War Walking Tour

Tappan Historic District and DeWint House, Tappan, NY

Held on or near October 2, the anniversary of André's execution in 1780; contact the Tappan Historical Society or DeWint House to confirm dates.

Haitian Monument Wreath-Laying Ceremony

Haitian Monument, Franklin Square, Savannah, GA

Typically held in early to mid-October near the siege anniversary; contact the City of Savannah or local heritage organizations to confirm exact dates.

Pulaski Day Ceremony

Pulaski Monument, Monterey Square, Savannah, GA

Observed on or near October 11 (General Pulaski Memorial Day, a federal observance); date may shift to the nearest weekday or coincide with Siege of Savannah weekend events.

Battle of Valcour Island Commemoration & Lake Champlain Maritime Heritage Weekend

Crown Point State Historic Site and Lake Champlain Narrows Overlook, Crown Point, NY

Held on or near October 11; sometimes scheduled for the nearest weekend. Contact Crown Point State Historic Site or Lake Champlain Maritime Museum to confirm.

Surrender Day Commemoration

Victory Woods — Surrender Site, Schuylerville, NY (Saratoga National Historical Park)

Observed on or near October 17; when the date falls midweek the park may hold the main public program on the nearest weekend.

Surrender Anniversary Commemoration at Saratoga

Saratoga National Historical Park, Stillwater and Schuylerville, NY

Held on or near October 17; exact programming varies by year. Check NPS event listings.

Pell's Point Battlefield Commemoration and Living History

Pelham Bay Park (Pell's Point Battlefield), Bronx, NY

Held on or near October 18; sometimes scheduled for the closest Saturday. Organized with participation from local reenactment groups and NYC Parks. Confirm with Pelham Bay Park or the Eastchester Historical Society.

Yorktown Day Ceremony

Yorktown Victory Monument, Yorktown

Always October 19, the exact anniversary of the British surrender in 1781

Yorktown Victory Celebration

Yorktown Battlefield (Colonial National Historical Park) and American Revolution Museum at Yorktown, Yorktown, VA

October 19 or the nearest weekend; programming often spans multiple days

Revolutionary Germantown Festival

Multiple historic sites along Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA

Typically held on a Saturday in mid- to late October; exact date varies. Contact individual sites or the Germantown Historical Society to confirm.

Virginia State Capitol Anniversary & History Programs

Virginia State Capitol, Capitol Square, 1000 Bank Street, Richmond, VA

Free guided tours offered year-round; special anniversary programs typically held in autumn. Contact Virginia Capitol Foundation for specific dates.

Fort Lee Historic Park Living History Encampment

Fort Lee Historic Park, Hudson Terrace, Fort Lee, NJ

Typically held on a Saturday in October; contact Fort Lee Historic Park or the Palisades Interstate Park Commission to confirm dates.

Historic Camden Candlelight Tours

Historic Camden Revolutionary War Site, 222 Broad Street, Camden, SC

Typically offered in October or during the holiday season; contact Historic Camden to confirm scheduling each year.

Pierre Menard Home Heritage Day

Pierre Menard Home State Historic Site, Ellis Grove, IL

The home has seasonal open hours; special heritage events vary by year. Contact the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency or site directly to confirm scheduled programming.

Westchester County Historical Society – Revolution Lecture Series

Westchester County Historical Society, White Plains, NY

Programs are typically offered in fall and spring; check the Westchester County Historical Society website or contact them directly for current schedule.

Turning Point Lecture Series

Saratoga National Historical Park Visitor Center, Stillwater, NY

Lectures are typically scheduled on select weekends in September and October; exact schedule varies by year. Check the NPS events calendar or contact the park visitor center to confirm.

Miller Hill Guided Battlefield Tour

Miller Hill Park / Redoubt Site, White Plains, NY

Usually offered on a weekend near the October 28 anniversary. Contact the White Plains Historical Society or Westchester County Historical Society to confirm dates.

Autumn Candlelight Tour at Ninety Six National Historic Site

Ninety Six National Historic Site, Ninety Six, SC

Typically held on a Saturday evening in October; contact Ninety Six National Historic Site to confirm dates.

Kings Mountain Gateway Trail Patriot Day & Heritage Festival

Downtown Kings Mountain, NC

Typically held on a Saturday near the October 7 battle anniversary; dates vary. Contact the City of Kings Mountain or the Kings Mountain Historical Museum to confirm.

Overmountain Victory Trail March & Arrival Ceremony

Kings Mountain National Military Park (arrival point); trail passes through multiple towns

The march takes place over roughly two weeks in late September through early October, timed to arrive at Kings Mountain NMP on or before October 7. Exact dates vary each year; check the Overmountain Victory Trail Association for the schedule.

Colonial Newport Living History Weekend at Wanton-Lyman-Hazard House

Wanton-Lyman-Hazard House, 17 Broadway, Newport

Scheduled intermittently, often during Heritage Tourism Month in October or summer season. Contact the Newport Historical Society to confirm dates and availability.

Frontier Heritage Day at Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex

Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex, 801 Jefferson Avenue, Moundsville, WV

Typically held in the fall; contact the Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex or the WV Division of Culture and History to confirm dates.

Rutgers Revolutionary War Walking Tour

Old Queens Campus, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ

Typically offered during Rutgers Homecoming or special heritage weekends in fall. Contact Rutgers Special Collections or the New Brunswick Historical Club to confirm scheduling.

Crossroads of the American Revolution Heritage Weekend

Various historic sites in New Brunswick, NJ

The Crossroads of the American Revolution NHA sponsors events throughout the year across New Jersey; contact crossroadsoftheamericanrevolution.org or local partners to confirm New Brunswick-specific programming dates.

Springfield Museums Heritage Festival and Colonial Craft Demonstrations

Springfield Museums, 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA

Typically held during fall programming season; contact Springfield Museums to confirm specific dates and offerings each year.

Frontier History Day at the Fort Pitt Museum

Fort Pitt Museum, Point State Park, Pittsburgh

Typically held in fall; contact Fort Pitt Museum or Heinz History Center to confirm exact date

Waynesborough Colonial Day and Open House

Waynesborough (Anthony Wayne Estate), Paoli, PA

Typically held during a weekend in October; check with the Easttown Township Historical Commission or Waynesborough for scheduled dates.

Southern Campaign Battlefield Tour — Eutaw Springs Stop

Eutaw Springs Battlefield Site and surrounding area, Eutawville, SC

SCAR annual conference and battlefield tours typically held in the fall. Check southerncampaign.org for exact dates.

Battle of Germantown Reenactment

Cliveden of the National Trust, 6401 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia

Typically held on the first or second Saturday of October near the battle anniversary; check Cliveden's website for exact dates

Bergen County Historical Society Heritage Day at the Steuben House

Steuben House, New Bridge Landing Historic Park, River Edge, NJ

Typically held on a Saturday in October; contact the Bergen County Historical Society to confirm exact date each year.

Fort Griswold Lantern Tour

Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park, Groton, CT

Typically held in September or October; exact dates vary by year. Contact Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park or the Groton Public Library (Bill Memorial) to confirm scheduling.

Concord Festival of Authors — Revolutionary Lecture Series

Concord Museum and historic venues in Concord center

Typically held in October; contact the Concord Museum or Concord Free Public Library to confirm dates and speakers.

Union County Four Centuries Weekend at Liberty Hall

Liberty Hall Museum and multiple Union County historic sites

Typically held on a weekend in mid-to-late October. Contact Union County Division of Cultural and Heritage Affairs or Liberty Hall Museum for exact dates each year.

First Presbyterian Church of Elizabeth Heritage Tours

First Presbyterian Church of Elizabeth, 42 Broad Street, Elizabeth, NJ

Tours and heritage programs are offered periodically, often during local history month in October or by appointment. Contact the church office to confirm availability.

Fredericksburg Heritage Festival / Revolution on the Rappahannock

Historic Downtown Fredericksburg & various historic sites

Typically held on a Saturday in October; exact date and format may vary. Contact the Fredericksburg Visitor Center or Washington Heritage Museums to confirm.

Lecture Series: The Southern Campaign and the Road to Yorktown

Guilford Courthouse National Military Park Visitor Center, Greensboro, NC

Typically scheduled in October near the anniversary of the Yorktown surrender; contact the park or Greensboro History Museum to confirm dates and speakers.

Loughran House / Ulster County Historical Society Revolutionary War Lectures

Various venues in Kingston, NY, including the Friends of Historic Kingston gallery and local libraries

Lectures often scheduled in October to coincide with the anniversary of the burning of Kingston. Contact the Ulster County Historical Society or Friends of Historic Kingston for current programming.

Deshler-Morris House Open House and Interpretive Programs

Deshler-Morris House, 5442 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA

Open seasonally with special events near the battle anniversary in early October; contact the National Park Service or check the Independence NHP website for current schedule.

Monmouth Heritage Day

Monmouth Battlefield State Park, Manalapan/Freehold, NJ

Typically held on a Saturday in October; contact Monmouth Battlefield State Park or the Friends of Monmouth Battlefield to confirm dates.

Morristown Festival on the Green

Morristown Green, Morristown, NJ

Typically held on a Saturday in early October; contact the Morristown Partnership or Town of Morristown to confirm dates.

Siege of Yorktown Anniversary Ranger Programs and Battlefield Tours

Yorktown Battlefield — Colonial National Historical Park

Ranger-led programs run throughout October with peak programming around October 14–19. Confirm specific schedules with the NPS.

Battle Anniversary Weekend Living History Encampment

Saratoga National Historical Park, Stillwater, NY

Typically held on the weekend closest to the October 7 (Battle of Bemis Heights) or October 17 (Surrender) anniversary. Contact Saratoga National Historical Park for exact dates.

Georgia Historical Society – Revolutionary War Lecture Series

Georgia Historical Society Research Center, 104 Bull Street, Savannah, GA

Lectures are typically scheduled in the fall, often in October near the siege anniversary. Contact the Georgia Historical Society for specific dates and topics each year.

Maine Historical Society Annual Lecture Series – Revolutionary War Programs

Maine Historical Society & Museum, 489 Congress Street, Portland, ME

Lectures scheduled throughout the year; Revolutionary War topics often featured in October. Check mainehistory.org for current schedule.

Grove Street Cemetery Historical Tours — Revolutionary Era

Grove Street Cemetery, 227 Grove Street, New Haven, CT

Cemetery tours are offered seasonally, often in conjunction with fall programming; contact Grove Street Cemetery or the New Haven Preservation Trust to confirm dates.

Lord Dunmore's Proclamation Anniversary Lecture & Program

MacArthur Memorial (Historic Norfolk Courthouse), Norfolk, VA

Typically held around November 7; may be scheduled on the nearest weekday or weekend. Contact the MacArthur Memorial, Norfolk State University, or the Hampton Roads Naval Museum to confirm programming.

Articles of Confederation Anniversary Program

York County Colonial Court House, York, PA

Held on or near November 15; contact York County History Center to confirm scheduling as this may not occur every year.

Battle of Ninety Six First Shot Commemoration

Ninety Six National Historic Site, Ninety Six, SC

Held on or near November 19, the anniversary of the 1775 battle; contact Ninety Six National Historic Site to confirm.

Historic Camden Revolutionary War Field Days

Historic Camden, 222 Broad Street, Camden, SC

Typically held on a Saturday in early November; check Historic Camden Foundation website for exact dates

Revolutionary War Field Days at Historic Camden

Historic Camden Revolutionary War Site, 222 Broad Street, Camden, SC

Typically held in early November as part of Historic Camden's public programming; check historiccamden.org for confirmed dates.

Washington's Retreat Lecture Series

Fort Lee Historic Park Visitor Center & Museum, Fort Lee, NJ

Programs are typically scheduled in November near the anniversary of the evacuation; contact Fort Lee Historic Park Visitor Center to confirm specific dates and speakers.

Fort Tryon Park Revolutionary War Walking Tour

Fort Tryon Park, Washington Heights, Manhattan

Tours often scheduled near the November 16 anniversary of the Fall of Fort Washington. Contact NYC Parks or the Fort Tryon Park Trust to confirm dates.

Colonial Cup & Heritage Weekend

Springdale Race Course & Historic Camden, Camden, SC

Colonial Cup typically held in mid-November; heritage programming varies. Contact Historic Camden or the Springdale Race Course for details.

Heritage Days at Penn Center on St. Helena Island

Penn Center, 16 Penn Center Circle West, St. Helena Island, SC

Typically held the second weekend in November; exact dates vary by year. Check Penn Center's website for current schedule.

Delaware Day / First State Heritage Day

Old Town Hall and various historic sites, Wilmington, DE

December 7 annually; some Wilmington-area events may shift to the nearest weekday or weekend.

British Evacuation of Charleston Anniversary

White Point Garden (The Battery) and downtown Charleston historic district

December 14 or nearest weekend; contact local historical societies to confirm annual programming

Boston Tea Party Reenactment

Old South Meeting House and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum, Boston

Held on or near December 16; check Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum for exact schedule

Patriots Week Trenton

Multiple venues including Old Barracks Museum, Trenton Battle Monument, Trenton War Memorial, and Mill Hill Park, Trenton, NJ

Typically runs December 25–31. Some events may shift to nearby weekends. Check with the Trenton Downtown Association or Old Barracks Museum for the full schedule each year.

Trenton Battle Monument Annual Wreath-Laying Ceremony

Trenton Battle Monument, 350 N Broad Street at Five Points, Trenton, NJ

Typically held on or near December 26 in conjunction with Battle of Trenton anniversary events. Contact the New Jersey Division of Parks and Forestry or Friends of the Trenton Battle Monument to confirm dates.

Battle of Trenton Reenactment and Commemoration

Old Barracks Museum and Trenton Battle Monument, Trenton, NJ

Typically held on or near December 26; sometimes combined with the Christmas crossing weekend. Contact the Old Barracks Museum or the City of Trenton for exact dates.

Grand Illumination

Colonial Williamsburg Historic Area, Williamsburg, VA

First Sunday in December; exact date varies by year

Historic Alexandria Candlelight Tours

Gadsby's Tavern Museum, Carlyle House, and other Old Town Alexandria historic sites

Typically held on a weekend in early-to-mid December. Check Visit Alexandria or individual museum websites for exact dates.

Annapolis by Candlelight Colonial Walking Tour

Historic Annapolis district, starting near the William Paca House

Typically held on select evenings in early to mid-December; exact dates vary by year. Check Historic Annapolis for schedule.

Noël aux Chartres — Colonial Christmas at Fort de Chartres

Fort de Chartres State Historic Site, Prairie du Rocher, IL

Typically held on a weekend in early to mid-December; exact dates vary. Contact Fort de Chartres State Historic Site to confirm.

Knox Cannon Blast — Anniversary of the Noble Train of Artillery

Fort Ticonderoga, 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY

Typically held in early December near the anniversary of Knox's departure; contact Fort Ticonderoga to confirm dates as the fort's main season ends in late October

Colonial Christmas at City Tavern

City Tavern, 138 South 2nd Street, Philadelphia

Typically held on select dates throughout December; City Tavern's programming and operating status have varied in recent years — contact venue to confirm current schedule

Christmas Illuminations at Mount Vernon

George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate, Museum & Gardens

Select evenings in December; typically two to three weekends before Christmas. Check Mount Vernon's holiday event schedule for exact dates.

Colonial Christmas at Tryon Palace

Tryon Palace, 529 South Front Street, New Bern, NC

Typically held on select evenings in early-to-mid December; check Tryon Palace events calendar for specific dates

Schuyler Mansion Colonial Holiday and Living History Programs

Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site, 32 Catherine Street, Albany, NY

Colonial holiday program typically held on a December weekend; additional living history events held in summer months. Contact Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site to confirm specific dates.

Wick House Holiday and Hearth Cooking Demonstrations

Wick House, Jockey Hollow, Morristown National Historical Park

Typically held in December during the holiday season; contact Morristown National Historical Park to confirm dates.

Camden Revolutionary War Lecture Series

Historic Camden / Kershaw County Historical Society, Camden, SC

Lectures scheduled at various times throughout the year; contact Historic Camden Foundation or Kershaw County Historical Society to confirm dates

Lecture Series at the Old State House — Delaware and the American Revolution

Old State House, The Green, Dover, DE

Lectures typically scheduled throughout the year; contact the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs or First State Heritage Park for specific dates

First State Heritage Park History Programs and Colonial Tours

First State Heritage Park, Dover, DE (Old State House and The Green)

Programs offered year-round with enhanced programming in summer and on national holidays; check Delaware State Parks calendar for scheduled events

Kings Mountain State Park Living History Farm Programs

Kings Mountain State Park Living History Farm, Blacksburg, SC (adjacent to Kings Mountain NMP)

Programs run on select weekends spring through fall; major living history days are often held in October in conjunction with the battle anniversary. Contact Kings Mountain State Park for current schedule.

Delaware History Museum – Revolutionary War Lecture Series & Programs

Delaware History Museum / Old Town Hall, 504 N. Market Street, Wilmington, DE

Programs offered throughout the year; contact the Delaware Historical Society to confirm specific Revolutionary War program dates.

American Revolution Museum at Yorktown Living History Programs

American Revolution Museum at Yorktown

Living history offered year-round; special Revolution-themed events concentrate in spring and fall. Check museum calendar for specific dates.

Schuyler House Open House and Colonial Life Programs

Schuyler House (Saratoga National Historical Park unit), Schuylerville, NY

Schuyler House is typically open on select weekends during summer and fall. Contact Saratoga National Historical Park for the current season schedule.

Warren Tavern Heritage Lecture Series

Warren Tavern, Warren Avenue, Malvern, PA

Lectures are scheduled at various times throughout the year; contact the Chester County Historical Society or Warren Tavern to confirm upcoming programs.

Albany Heritage Lecture Series – Revolution in the Capital Region

Albany Institute of History & Art, 125 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY

Lectures typically scheduled during fall and winter months; contact the Albany Institute of History & Art to confirm specific dates and topics.

Privateering & Revolution Lecture Series at Old Town Hall

Old Town Hall, Salem, MA

Schedules vary; programs often coincide with Patriots' Day (April) or Leslie's Retreat anniversary (February). Contact Salem Historical Society or Peabody Essex Museum to confirm dates.

Spartanburg County Revolutionary War Roundtable Lecture Series

Cowpens National Battlefield Visitor Center / Spartanburg County Historical Association

Lectures are typically held periodically throughout the year, often at the battlefield visitor center or nearby venues. Contact the Cowpens National Battlefield or the Spartanburg County Historical Association to confirm dates and locations.

Upper Ohio Valley Revolutionary War Lecture Series

West Virginia Independence Hall / Ohio County Public Library, Wheeling, WV

Scheduled throughout the year, often in fall and winter months; contact West Virginia Independence Hall or the Ohio County Public Library for upcoming programs.

Exeter Historical Society Heritage Walks and Lectures

Exeter Historical Society, 47 Front Street, Exeter, NH

Lectures and tours scheduled throughout spring and fall; contact the Exeter Historical Society for the current season's schedule

Augusta Museum of History — Revolutionary War Lecture Series

Augusta Museum of History, 560 Reynolds Street, Augusta, GA

Dates vary; the museum schedules lectures throughout the year. Contact the Augusta Museum of History at (706) 722-8454 to confirm upcoming programs.

Cambridge Historical Society Lectures and Revolutionary War Programs

Hooper-Lee-Nichols House, 159 Brattle Street, Cambridge, MA

Lectures and programs scheduled throughout the year; Revolution-related events often clustered in spring and summer. Check Cambridge Historical Society calendar for specific dates.

Christ Church Cambridge Colonial History Tours

Christ Church Cambridge, Zero Garden Street, Cambridge, MA

Tours offered periodically, often during Cambridge Open Houses or by appointment. Contact Christ Church Cambridge to confirm availability and scheduling.

Germantown Historical Society Lecture Series

Germantown Historical Society, 5501 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA

Lectures held throughout the year on varying dates; check the Germantown Historical Society website or contact them directly for the current schedule.

Cape Fear Museum Revolutionary War Programming

Cape Fear Museum of History and Science, 814 Market Street, Wilmington, NC

Programming varies by year; contact the Cape Fear Museum of History and Science to confirm specific Revolutionary War lecture or exhibit dates.

John Brown House Museum Colonial Programs and Tours

John Brown House Museum, 52 Power Street, Providence

Tours generally offered seasonally from April through November; special Revolutionary-era programs occur periodically. Contact the Rhode Island Historical Society to confirm schedules.

Moore's Creek National Battlefield Living History Weekends

Moore's Creek National Battlefield, 40 Patriots Hall Drive, Currie, NC

Multiple weekends throughout the year, typically spring and fall. Check the National Park Service events calendar for Moore's Creek NB for specific dates.

West Point Museum Exhibits and Revolutionary War Programming

West Point Museum, United States Military Academy, West Point, NY

Open year-round; special Revolutionary War lectures and programs are scheduled periodically. Check the West Point Museum website or call for current programming.

Cumberland County Historical Society Colonial Heritage Programs

Cumberland County Historical Society, 21 North Pitt Street, Carlisle

Programs held throughout the year; check the Cumberland County Historical Society calendar for specific dates.

Lives Bound Together: Slavery at George Washington's Mount Vernon (Ongoing Exhibition & Annual Programming)

George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate — Greenhouse Slave Quarter & Donald W. Reynolds Museum

Permanent exhibition with rotating seasonal programming; special events often held in February (Black History Month) and June (Juneteenth). Contact Mount Vernon for specific dates.

Historic Wilmington Foundation Colonial History Tours

Historic Downtown Wilmington, NC (various starting points)

Tours typically run spring through fall; contact the Historic Wilmington Foundation to confirm Revolutionary War-themed tour availability.

Morven Museum Revolutionary Princeton Programs

Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton, NJ

Various dates throughout the year, often in connection with Independence Day or the battle anniversary. Check Morven's event calendar for specific programming.

Menotomy History Lecture Series

Jason Russell House Museum, 7 Jason Street, Arlington, MA

Lectures held throughout the year, often concentrated in spring; contact Arlington Historical Society for current schedule.

Historic Beaufort Walking Tours — Colonial and Revolutionary War Heritage

Beaufort Historic District, including St. Helena's Episcopal Church and Bay Street, Beaufort, SC

Tours operate year-round, typically daily or several times per week. Contact the Beaufort History Museum or Spirit of Old Beaufort tours for schedules.

Nassau Hall Revolutionary War Tours

Nassau Hall, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ

Offered periodically, especially during the Historical Society of Princeton's events and Princeton University reunions. Contact the Historical Society of Princeton to confirm dates and availability.

Revolutionary War Lecture Series at Beaufort History Museum

Beaufort Arsenal / Beaufort History Museum, 713 Craven Street, Beaufort, SC

Scheduled intermittently throughout the year; contact the Beaufort History Museum or Beaufort County Library to confirm upcoming lectures.