May was a busy month at the battlefield. I Love My Park Day was a success thanks to our volunteers and the flowers we planted remain un-chewed as of this writing! Our May speakers did a great job. One, Park Ranger Eric Schnitzer, intends to offer an encore presentation of his program on Germans in the Revolutionary War later this year. We also debuted an in-school program that includes period dress pictured below.
Moving onto program news, June will see the return of some popular summer events and a new one to boot. Notably, we will be hosting our annual Path Through History Program June 17th. We will host well known author and historian Michael Gabriel for the event, so don’t miss it! We are also dusting off the movie projector system for use on the grounds of the Barnett House. If you didn’t make it out last year we hope to see you at a screening this summer. We are precluded from advertising specific titles due to our licensing agreement, but last year we screened movies such as Drums along the Mohawk and The Devil’s Disciple. Contact David Pitlyk for more details at david.pitlyk@parks.ny.gov or 518-860-9094. See blow for the full program schedule.
Dog Hike on the Battlefield
Saturday, June 10, 1:00 PM: Bennington Battlefield, NYS RT-67, Hoosick, NY
Take in the history and natural beauty of the battlefield while meeting other dog owners. All dogs must be on leash. The 1 mi. trail may be challenging for very small breeds.
Walking Tour of the Battlefield
Thursday, June 15, 1:00 PM: Bennington Battlefield, NYS RT-67, Hoosick, NY
Tour the main areas of interest in the first engagement of the Battle of Bennington. A mix of walking & driving is required. Visitors should meet in the main parking area to begin.
Path Through History Weekend: History on the Hill
Saturday, June 17, 11:00 AM: Bennington Battlefield, NYS RT-67, Hoosick, NY
Michael Gabriel, author of The Battle of Bennington: Soldiers & Civilians will speak. Matthew Shelley will perform ballads and songs that were enjoyed throughout the Revolutionary era. Living history presenters will also be on hand. The event is free and open to the public.
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New duds courtesy of seamstress Lisa Stegeland and her supervisor Amanda Massie.
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Our volunteers at I Love my Park Day with some of their handiwork.
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First Day of Summer Hike
Wednesday, June 21, 3:00 PM: Bennington Battlefield, NYS RT-67, Hoosick, NY
Learn about the landscape of the battlefield during the 18th century and beyond. The hike will be on the moderate Battle Loop Trail. Hikers will meet in the main parking area.
Walking Tour of the Battlefield
Thursday, June 23, 1:00 PM: Bennington Battlefield, NYS RT-67, Hoosick, NY
Tour the main areas of interest in the first engagement of the Battle of Bennington. A mix of walking & driving is required. Visitors should meet in the main parking area to begin.
Movie Screening
Sunday, June 25, 8:30 PM: Barnett House (across from battlefield): 30 Caretakers Rd., Hoosick Falls, NY 12090
We will be showing a movie with a Revolutionary theme on the grounds of the caretakers house. The screening will be outdoors. Warm clothing suggested. Picnic coolers welcome. The event is free and open to the public.
June Book Discussion
Wednesday, June 28, 6:00 PM: Barnett House (across from battlefield): 30 Caretakers Rd., Hoosick Falls, NY 12090
We are reading the article Lieutenant Colonel Friedrich S. Baum, Officer Commanding, The Bennington Expedition, by Col. Michael R. Gadue. Contact David Pitlyk for details on the reading, 518-860-9094, david.pitlyk@parks.ny.gov. New members are always welcome to the group.
Walking Tour of the Battlefield
Thursday, June 30, 1:00 PM: Bennington Battlefield, NYS RT-67, Hoosick, NY
Tour the main areas of interest in the first engagement of the Battle of Bennington. A mix of walking & driving is required. Visitors should meet in the main parking area to begin.
Finally, we are also seeking volunteer docents for the battlefield. Candidates who can make a commitment of 4 hours per week during the summer and have an interest in history are being sought. Contact David Pitlyk david.pitlyk@parks.ny.gov, 518-8609094 if you or someone you know might be interested.
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