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Lorenzo State Historic Site This year is the 50th Anniversary of Christmas at Lorenzo and for the occasion we will be revisiting the past, with each room decorated in a previous year's theme! With support from the Friends of Lorenzo, this annual holiday celebration will feature a tour of the decorated mansion, refreshments, live music, and horse-drawn sleigh/wagon rides. In addition, on Saturday and Sunday, holiday crafts for "kids of all ages" will be featured at the Rippleton Schoolhouse. *Holiday admission: $6 per person; $2 per child, ages 12 and under*

Lorenzo State Historic Site This year is the 50th Anniversary of Christmas at Lorenzo and for the occasion we will be revisiting the past, with each room decorated in a previous year's theme! With support from the Friends of Lorenzo, this annual holiday celebration will feature a tour of the decorated mansion, refreshments, live music, and horse-drawn sleigh/wagon rides. In addition, on Saturday and Sunday, holiday crafts for "kids of all ages" will be featured at the Rippleton Schoolhouse. *Holiday admission: $6 per person; $2 per child, ages 12 and under*

Lorenzo State Historic Site This year is the 50th Anniversary of Christmas at Lorenzo and for the occasion we will be revisiting the past, with each room decorated in a previous year's theme! With support from the Friends of Lorenzo, this annual holiday celebration will feature a tour of the decorated mansion, refreshments, live music, and horse-drawn sleigh/wagon rides. In addition, on Saturday and Sunday, holiday crafts for "kids of all ages" will be featured at the Rippleton Schoolhouse. *Holiday admission: $6 per person; $2 per child, ages 12 and under*

Lorenzo State Historic Site This year is the 50th Anniversary of Christmas at Lorenzo and for the occasion we will be revisiting the past, with each room decorated in a previous year's theme! With support from the Friends of Lorenzo, this annual holiday celebration will feature a tour of the decorated mansion, refreshments, live music, and horse-drawn sleigh/wagon rides. In addition, on Saturday and Sunday, holiday crafts for "kids of all ages" will be featured at the Rippleton Schoolhouse. *Holiday admission: $6 per person; $2 per child, ages 12 and under*

Lorenzo State Historic Site Join us for a traditional tour of the Mansion and holiday decorations. This year is the 50th Anniversary of Christmas at Lorenzo and for the occasion we will be revisiting the past, with each room decorated in a previous year's theme! Private group tours of 8 or more may also be scheduled through the end of December by calling (315)655-3200, ext. 106. *Holiday admission: $6 per person; $2 per child, ages 12 and under*

Lorenzo State Historic Site The Friends of Lorenzo will showcase the bedecked Mansion at their annual Preview Party as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Christmas at Lorenzo! For the anniversary we will be revisiting the past, with each room decorated in a previous year's theme. Members and their guests are treated to a special evening of live music and seasonal delights! To purchase tickets or become a member, visit https://www.friendsoflorenzo.org/

Minnewaska State Park Preserve With the last of the trees shedding their leaves, late autumn begins to feel like a time of grayness and death. However, not everything gets the memo. Join Josh Grosse, Student Conservation Association/Americorps Environmental Educator, as we dive into the exceptional world of mosses, lichens, and mushrooms. We will discuss the role of each organism in the ecosystem, and why their rebellious greenness and growth persists into the cold months. Our discussion will be followed by an appreciation walk, where we will look at examples of each and make close observations using magnifying glasses. This program is recommended for children between the ages of seven to twelve years old, accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18. Well-behaved younger siblings are always welcome. Meet at the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center. Pre-registration is required by calling the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752.

Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site 2:00 p.m. on the third Saturday of the month from May to October (3:30 p.m. on Sep 21st), a costumed interpreter will lead a guided walk around the Battlefield explaining the plan and execution of the American assault on the British garrison, highlighting the design and defense strategy of the fort and the bold idea for the attack.

Senate House State Historic Site Stop by Senate House on Saturday during the weekend-long, community-wide commemoration of the burning of Kingston. That day site will be hosting reenactors, a talk, tours, and more. For full event program and more information as it becomes available, please visit www.burningofkingston.com 

Minnewaska State Park Preserve As autumn is ushered in, Minnewaska's green landscape becomes peppered with flecks of red, yellow, and orange. Excellent views of the surrounding valleys are matched by equally amazing educational opportunities. We will start this lesson in the Visitor Center, where each student will use a leaf press booklet to create their own identification guide. We'll use this tool as we take a two-to-three-mile hike along one of the Park Preserve's many carriage roads. We will make friends with trees, getting to know them by touch, smell, and sight. We'll also hear their story about how they grew from seed to adult, before giving them a big hug. We will also play some leaf matching games to try out our identification skills! This program is recommended for children between the ages of seven to twelve years old, accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18. Well-behaved younger siblings are always welcome. Meet at the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center. Pre-registration is required by calling the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752.

Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site History has many stories about male heroics in the Revolution, but few instances mentioned in which female courage was displayed. This illustrated lecture by Site Interpreter Susan Overgard will highlight a few of the American and British women that performed brave deeds for their side, while also dispelling a few legends that sprung up after the war. Seating is limited, please call 845-786-2521 for a reservation.

Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site This illustrated lecture by Site Interpreter Connor Price tells the story of one of the officers General Anthony Wayne relied on during the Battle of Stony Point. He entrusted Pennsylvanian Colonel Richard Butler to lead the northern column during the assault. Find out more about one of the men who bravely fought here. Seating is limited, please call 845-786-2521 for a reservation.

Thacher State Park Enjoy the fall colors and incredible views of the Hudson Valley on this guided hike. 

Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center Enjoy the fall colors and incredible views of the Hudson Valley on this guided hike. 

Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the first Saturday of the month from May to October, the first floor of the Lighthouse will be open and staffed with a costumed interpreter to talk about its history. A lighthouse 4th Order Fresnel lens is available to view in the museum's Lighthouse Gallery along with a fog bell and other artifacts. Please note: no access to the upper level is permitted.

Fort Montgomery State Historic Site Join the Fort Montgomery Battle Site Association as they commemorate the 246th anniversary of the battle for Forts Montgomery and Clinton and bring to life the people who lived here through camp life demonstrations and children's activities.

Senate House State Historic Site Experience some key autumn activities from the 18th century and enjoy the season! There will be demonstrations of blacksmithing, meat smoking, candle dipping, pressing apples, and more. There will also be live performances of juggling, fire spitting, and unicycling!

Fort Montgomery State Historic Site Come for a unique, walking tour of one of the Hudson Valley's most dramatic battle sites! Using firsthand accounts and archaeological data, this tour will chart the flow of the battle of the Twin Forts starting at Bear Mtn and ending up at Fort Clinton (today site of Trailside Museums and Zoo) focusing on the intense fighting that happened in and around Fort Clinton on the day of the battle. Registration Required: Call (845) 446-2134 to Register or for More Information.

Lorenzo State Historic Site Since relocating to the Lorenzo grounds in 1997, the Rippleton Schoolhouse has served as a place to "live history." Hundreds of Central New York pupils attend classes in our restored one-room schoolhouse each year. Since 2002, the Friends of Lorenzo have hosted this annual event welcoming "kids of all ages" to participate in period games, enjoy live music, refreshments, horse-drawn wagon rides, fall crafts, and more! For more information call 315-655-3200 or visit https://parks.ny.gov/historic-sites/lorenzo/details/aspx*Admission to the event is free*

Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site 2:00 p.m. on the third Saturday of the month from May to October (3:30 p.m. on Sep 21st), a costumed interpreter will lead a guided walk around the Battlefield explaining the plan and execution of the American assault on the British garrison, highlighting the design and defense strategy of the fort and the bold idea for the attack.