White Plains, NY

Local Events

Reenactments, heritage festivals, and living history programs — experience the Revolution where it happened.

Upcoming This Year

Oct

CeremonyFeatured

Battle of White Plains Anniversary Commemoration

Chatterton Hill / Battle of White Plains Monument, White Plains, NY

Annual ceremony and wreath-laying marking the anniversary of the October 28, 1776 Battle of White Plains. Held at or near Chatterton Hill, the event typically features remarks by local historians, honor guards, and tributes to the soldiers who fought in the engagement where British and Hessian forces assaulted the American right flank. Organized with support from local historical and patriotic organizations.

FreeHeld on or near October 28; sometimes shifted to the nearest weekend. Contact the Westchester County Historical Society or the City of White Plains to confirm.

Jul

Festival

White Plains Independence Day Celebration

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

The City of White Plains hosts an annual Fourth of July celebration that includes patriotic ceremonies, live music, family activities, and fireworks. Given the city's deep connection to the Revolution, the festivities often incorporate references to its 1776 heritage, and local historical organizations sometimes set up displays or booths highlighting White Plains' role in the fight for independence.

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

Oct

Reenactment

Pell's Point Battlefield Commemoration and Living History

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

An annual commemoration of the October 18, 1776 Battle of Pell's Point, held in nearby Pelham Bay Park in the Bronx. Colonel John Glover's brigade delayed the British landing force here, buying crucial time for Washington's army to retreat northward to White Plains. Events may include reenactors in Continental and British uniforms, musket demonstrations, and ranger-led walks of the battlefield terrain.

FreeHeld 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.

Oct

Lecture

Westchester County Historical Society – Revolution Lecture Series

Westchester County Historical Society, White Plains, NY

The Westchester County Historical Society hosts periodic lectures and programs throughout the year focusing on the county's pivotal role in the American Revolution, including the Battle of White Plains, the broader New York Campaign of 1776, and the experiences of local Patriot and Loyalist families. Guest historians and authors present new research and lead discussions.

Varies; some programs free to membersPrograms are typically offered in fall and spring; check the Westchester County Historical Society website or contact them directly for current schedule.More info →

Oct

Guided Tour

Miller Hill Guided Battlefield Tour

Miller Hill Park / Redoubt Site, White Plains, NY

Guided walking tours of the Miller Hill area, site of a key American redoubt during the Battle of White Plains. Local historians lead visitors through the terrain where Continental troops attempted to slow the British advance, explaining troop movements, fortification strategies, and the broader context of Washington's retreat through Westchester County. Often scheduled around the battle's anniversary.

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