An Early Look at 250th Anniversary Events

Children's Rock Painting

May 9, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm at the Community Center Plant Sale. Children can paint a patriotic design on a rock to be placed at the flagpole on Memorial Day.

Palisades Memorial Day Ceremony

May 25, 9:00 am at the flagpole triangle on Route 9W

This year at our annual gathering, our theme will be “From the Revolution to the Present.” In addition to participants from the American Legion’s Perry Post, our keynote speaker will be West Point graduate Army Capt. Chris Choi. There will also be a reading of the Orange Town Resolutions and a live rendition of taps The Palisades Presbyterian Church’s annual all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast is available before and after the flagpole ceremony, 8:00 am to 11:00 am. $15 donation; optional donation for kids. For more information: https://palpresny.org/events/

"On His Majesty's Secret Service" - British Intelligence Gathering in the Hudson Valley

May 31, 1:00 pm sharp

Loyalists excelled in secret service during the Revolutionary War, blending into various social groups and posing as Rebels to gather intelligence. Todd Braisted will discuss Britain's lesser-known agents and their covert activities in the Hudson Valley at the Historical Society of Rockland County. Tickets: $5, reservations required. More info: https://www.rocklandhistory.org/rev250-lecture--on-his-majesty-s-secret-service

Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with the New York Boulders

July 3, 4 & 5 at 6:30 pm

Don’t miss this exciting weekend of baseball as the New York Boulders take on the Trois Rivieres Aigles! Post-game fireworks Friday & Saturday! Ticket $15 to $22. More info: https://nyboulders.com/

Tall Ships Return to New York Harbor

July 4, 9:30 am - 2:00 pm

Sail4th 250 will feature more than 30 majestic tall ships sailing under the Verrazzano- Narrows Bridge, past the Statue of Liberty, up the Hudson River to the George Washington Bridge, then navigate to their respective berthing locations to spend a week in the heart of the nation's first capitol. More info: https://sail4th.org/

The Old ’76 House “Barbeque Bash”

July 5

There's no better way to celebrate than at America’s oldest tavern, where everything started. The '76 House in Tappan is planning a memorable BBQ featuring face painting and games for kids and more. Stay tuned for details! More info: https://www.76house.com/s-projects-side-by-side

Town of Stony Point presents “America’s 250th Birthday Carnival Celebration”

July 8-11

Celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday with a spectacular four day event featuring music, dance, food, rides, games, fireworks and more. More info: : https://www.stonypointny.gov /america-250-celebration

THE SPY AND THE TRAITOR: The André – Arnold Affair Day Trip.

July 11, August 8, September 19, and October 10, 8:45 am - 2:30 pm, 

The Historical Society of Rockland County invites you to join expert guides on a motor coach and walking tour of historic locations. Highlights include the Orangetown Museum’s “A Spy in Our Midst,” Dutchtown near the André-Arnold meeting site, several Revolutionary War landmarks in Tappan like the DeWint House and lunch at the Old '76 House. Tickets: $99 (HSRC Members), $119 (Non-Members). Pre-paid reservations required. Perfect for history lovers – experience storytelling, scenic walks, and lively discussion. More info: https://www.rocklandhistory.org/revwar250-bus-trips--the-spy-and-the-traitor-the-andre-arnold-affair